Warriors rumours: Hassan Whiteside could fit on the bench

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Center Hassan Whiteside reacts during the game between the Utah Jazz and the New Orleans Pelicans.

It’s clear from the start that Joe Lacob and Bob Myers put their faith in former No. 2 finalist James Wiseman. Not only have they gained the Golden State Warriors’ brains for the blue-chipper injured by commercial rumors, but they’ve also cleared him up for a few minutes next season.

And while he doesn’t have a summer knockout tournament, the 21-year-old has done enough to keep Dub Nation hyped in the future.

Across four games in the NBA 2K23 League in Las Vegas, Wiseman averaged 10.5 points, 5.5 rebounds and a pair of blocks in just 19.9 minutes per game. He also took down a couple of three pointers, which gives hope he can be more than just a spinner for Golden State.

However, questions still remain about his ability to stay healthy/contribute to title defense next season. There are also question marks surrounding Looney, who lacks elite size, athleticism and scoring ability.

With all of that in mind, some have suggested that the Warriors need another major veteran to help hold onto the front lines. To close, a round scribe has an idea of ​​who the team should sign.

B/R: White Hassan could be an option

Earlier this week, Bleacher Report’s Zach Buckley examined potential members of the freelance market, focusing on vet minimal options. That list includes future Hall of Famer Carmelo Anthony and wing veteran Kent Bazemore, in addition to massive journeyman and paint guard Hassan Whiteside.

As for the latter, Buckley sees the potential to grow the pivot with a tried and tested former star who showed last season that he still has something to offer:

If the Golden State is concerned about Wiseman’s ability to take on his role consistently or simply wants another big body in between, Hassan Whiteside might be worth the phone call.

His numbers sometimes outstrip his influence, but the 33-year-old remains a solid No 7 who can block shots, finish and counter-attack.

A short-minute, high-energy-hopeful role might be suitable for white people.

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Whites had an impactful season

While he was an All-Star at his peak with the Miami Heat, Whiteside’s place in the big men’s hierarchy has declined in recent years. However, as a member of the Utah Jazz last season, he was extremely effective in a supporting role as a backup for Rudy Gobert.

The Smart Vet averaged 16.5 points, 15.3 rebounds and an impressive 3.2 blocks per 36 minutes with the Jazz. On defense, he looks at it little by little in the section of the double-blocking and one-time pick of the All-Defense champ. On the other hand, he connected with 65.2% of the best shots of his career.

And some enhanced stats paint an even better portrait of what he can do on the field.

For a Jazz team that finished the regular season with the top three points across the league (6.2 points per 100 possessions), Whiteside actually has the best net score on the team of 6.2 points. 10.1. Furthermore, his attack stat of 119.2 is the highest score in the entire league among players appearing in at least 40 matches.

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