Even though Hassan Whiteside’s production in terms of scoring, rebounding and blocks have decreased since the Miami Heat started its turnaround following an 11-30 start, his coach and teammates have been steadfast in pointing out how the 7-foot center has improved and been pivotal to the team’s 16-2 run over its last 18 games.
“You can't lose sight of the fact that in terms of games played and experience Hassan is still a young player,” coach Erik Spoelstra told Fox Sports Sun and reporters in Dallas before Monday’s game.