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Hassan Whiteside and Miami’s Projected Starting Five to Be Ready for Season Opener

After three weeks of inactivity, Hassan Whiteside finally made his return to the court.

On Thursday night, the Miami Heat center had his first taste of in-game action during the team’s annual intrasquad scrimmage held at American Airlines Arena. Earlier on Thursday, Whiteside practiced for the first time since late September. The 26-year-old center had been sidelined since pre-camp workouts due to a strained calf.

Whiteside commented on his return following the scrimmage:

“It was a good feeling just being out there with the guys, just really getting to play with the guys and really get through the schemes.