Hassan Whiteside
Hassan Whiteside has a winning lottery ticket in his pocket and he’s going to cash it in a few months. In the meantime, however, he could be on the move. He’s done great things for the Miami Heat – both last and this season – but he’s been more of a headache for the organization than an asset this season.
Look for Pat Riley to make his due diligence at the trade deadline when it comes to potentially trading Whiteside. If a deal was there, there’s no doubt in my mind that the Heat would pull the trigger. Whiteside has been with the organization for a year and a half. He is what he is.
And no matter how you want to cut it up, Whiteside isn’t a prototypical Miami Heat player. He isn’t about sacrifice and is out to cash out. Problem is, will he be the same player once he gets his? Will the hunger still be there? Miami would be smart to not take that chance. I buy the trade rumors surrounding Whiteside.
So should you.
Verdict: Buy
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