Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Hassan Whiteside

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Hassan Whiteside made an impact.

Hassan Whiteside is a former American professional basketball player drafted by the Sacramento Kings in 2010. He gained prominence with the Miami Heat, earning an NBA All-Defensive Second Team selection in 2016, and leading the NBA in blocks the same year. Whiteside also led the league in rebounding in 2017. Later traded to the Portland Trail Blazers, he again led the league in blocks during his initial season. Notably, he also gained experience playing for teams in China and Lebanon before his NBA career.

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2009: Made national attention during the 2009-10 season

During the 2009-10 season, Hassan Whiteside gained national attention during his time at Marshall University.

March 29, 2010: Declared for NBA draft

On March 29, 2010, Hassan Whiteside declared himself eligible for the 2010 NBA draft.

2010: Drafted by Sacramento Kings

In 2010, Hassan Whiteside was selected by the Sacramento Kings with the 33rd overall pick in the NBA draft.

2011: Assigned to Reno Bighorns

Between January 1 and February 3 of the lockout-shortened 2011–12 season, Hassan Whiteside was on assignment with the Reno Bighorns.

July 16, 2012: Waived by the Kings

On July 16, 2012, Hassan Whiteside was waived by the Sacramento Kings.

December 14, 2012: Acquired by Sioux Falls Skyforce

On December 14, 2012, Hassan Whiteside was acquired by the Sioux Falls Skyforce of the NBA Development League.

2012: Nassan's Place Incorporated

In 2012, Nassan's Place was incorporated in the state of New Jersey as a non-profit organization.

January 4, 2013: Traded to Rio Grande Valley Vipers

On January 4, 2013, Hassan Whiteside was traded to the Rio Grande Valley Vipers in exchange for Damian Saunders.

April 2013: Joined Amchit Club

In late April 2013, Hassan Whiteside left the Vipers and joined Lebanese club Amchit Club.

November 2013: Signed with Al Mouttahed Tripoli

In November 2013, Hassan Whiteside returned to Lebanon after signing with Al Mouttahed Tripoli.

April 2014: Joined Jiangsu Tongxi

In April 2014, Hassan Whiteside was released by Tripoli and returned to China, joining Chinese NBL team Jiangsu Tongxi.

November 2014: Joined Iowa Energy

In November 2014, after spending Summer League with the Toronto Raptors and preseason with the Memphis Grizzlies, Hassan Whiteside joined the Grizzlies' D-League affiliate, the Iowa Energy.

November 24, 2014: Signed with Miami Heat

On November 24, 2014, Hassan Whiteside signed with the Miami Heat.

2014: Joined Miami Heat

In 2014, Hassan Whiteside joined the Miami Heat, marking a significant turning point in his NBA career.

January 4, 2015: First Career Double-Double

On January 4, 2015, Hassan Whiteside recorded his first career double-double with 11 points, 10 rebounds and 5 blocks in a win against the Brooklyn Nets.

January 11, 2015: Career-High 23 Points

On January 11, 2015, Hassan Whiteside recorded a then career-high 23 points, 16 rebounds, 2 steals and 2 blocks in a win against the Los Angeles Clippers.

November 1, 2015: Career-High 25 Points

On November 1, 2015, Hassan Whiteside scored a then career-high 25 points in a win over the Houston Rockets.

2015: Finished as league's leading shot-blocker

In the 2015-16 season, Hassan Whiteside finished as the league's leading shot-blocker and earned selection to the NBA All-Defensive Second Team.

January 15, 2016: Recorded third career triple-double

On January 15, 2016, Hassan Whiteside recorded his third career triple-double with 19 points, 17 rebounds and 11 blocked shots in a win over the Denver Nuggets.

July 7, 2016: Re-signed with the Heat

On July 7, 2016, Hassan Whiteside re-signed with the Miami Heat on a four-year, $98 million contract.

2016: NBA All-Defensive Second Team

In 2016, Hassan Whiteside was named to the NBA All-Defensive Second Team and led the NBA in blocks.

February 1, 2017: Grabbed his 2,000th rebound

On February 1, 2017, Hassan Whiteside grabbed his 2,000th rebound in a 116–93 win over Atlanta.

2017: Led NBA in Rebounding

In 2017, Hassan Whiteside led the NBA in rebounding, showcasing his dominance on the boards.

July 6, 2019: Traded to the Portland Trail Blazers

On July 6, 2019, Hassan Whiteside was traded to the Portland Trail Blazers as part of a four-team trade involving the Los Angeles Clippers and Philadelphia 76ers.

November 29, 2019: Season-high 10 blocks and franchise record

On November 29, 2019, Hassan Whiteside scored 8 points, secured 15 rebounds, and recorded a season-high 10 blocks. His 10 blocks set a Trail Blazers' franchise record for blocks in a single game.