Draft Profile: Marshall C Hassan Whiteside

Hassan Whiteside #21 College: Marshall Class: Freshman NBA Position: Center Height: 7'0" Weight: 235 lbs Birthday: 6/13/1989

Player Biography: An unheralded recruit, Hassan Whiteside emerged as an NBA prospect early in his freshman season, exhibiting tremendous size and athleticism, as well as tremendous shot-blocking ability. He tallied three triple-doubles this season, finishing with impressive averages of 13.6 points, 9.2 rebounds, and 5.4 blocks. Whiteside, a high risk, high reward prospect, could be drafted early if he declares.

Strengths: • Tremendous size and length • Great shot blocker • Very athletic • Good rebounder • Finishes well • High potential

Weaknesses: • High bust potential • Lacks offensive skill • Did not play against a high level of competition • Must get stronger

Links:
• Marshall Player Bio: Hassan Whiteside
• ESPN: Hassan Whiteside Statistics