Whiteside posted 11 points (5-6 FG, 1-5 FT), nine rebounds, four blocked shots and a steal across 15 minutes in Tuesday's 114-113 win over the Warriors.

EDGE Analysis

It's a reunion of sorts for Whiteside, who began his NBA career in Sacramento 10 years ago. After several successful years with the Heat, he lasted just one year with the Trail Blazers, who desperately needed a big man while they suffered through the loss of Jusuf Nurkic. He returns to Sacramento in a similar role. Although there are no injuries at the position currently, the Kings have consistently struggled to keep their big men healthy. Both Marvin Bagley and Richaun Holmes dealt with injuries that resulted in extended absences, and Whiteside should provide a bit more stability in the frontcourt this season.

Whiteside (calf) will come off the bench in Tuesday's preseason game against the Warriors and be limited to 15 minutes, Matt George of Sports 1140 KHTK Sacramento reports.

EDGE Analysis

Whiteside sat out Sunday's exhibition due to a calf strain but will be eased back into game action Tuesday. The 29-year-old should continue ramping up his workload ahead of next week's season opener.

Whiteside (calf) won't play in Sunday's preseason game against the Trail Blazers, James Ham of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

EDGE Analysis

The Kings left Whiteside in Sacramento to rehab from his calf strain, so he's set to miss Sunday's preseason action in Portland. However, he'll have a chance to play Tuesday against the Warriors.

Whiteside (calf) went through a heavy workout Wednesday, Matt George of Sports 1140 KHTK Sacramento reports.

EDGE Analysis

Whiteside didn't practice, but the fact that he was able to go through a heavy workout suggests he's almost ready to get back on the court with his teammates. For now, he should be considered questionable for Friday's preseason opener against the Trail Blazers.

Whiteside is dealing with a mild right calf strain, Matt George of Sports 1140 KHTK Sacramento reports.

EDGE Analysis

It doesn't appear to be a serious injury as the 31-year-old is considered day-to-day, but he's not expected to be available for Friday's preseason opener at Portland. The team is likely to remain cautious in the early going of camp, and Whiteside will have a couple weeks to get healthy for the season opener Dec. 23 at Denver.

Whiteside and the Kings agreed to a one-year contract Wednesday, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

EDGE Analysis

After a one-year detour in Portland, Whiteside will head back to where his NBA career began back in 2010-11. The big man is coming off of one of the better statistical seasons of his career, as he averaged 15.5 points, 13.5 rebounds, 1.2 assists and 2.9 blocks in 30.0 minutes per game as the full-time starter with Jusuf Nurkic sidelined. With the Kings, Whiteside may not find the same level of opportunity on a consistent basis, but he'll likely battle with Richaun Holmes for the starting spot.

Whiteside will return after exiting Saturday's Game 5 against the Lakers with a dislocated left pinky finger, Jamie Hudson of NBC Sports Northwest reports.

EDGE Analysis

Whiteside suffered the injury during the first quarter and immediately headed to the locker room, but he'll be able to retake the court. He had two points (1-4 FG) and two rebounds over seven minutes in the early going of Game 5.

Whiteside will start over Wenyen Gabriel, next to Jusuf Nurkic for Saturday's Game 3 against the Lakers, Casey Holdahl of the Trail Blazers' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Coach Terry Stotts is seemingly looking to protect the paint early in the game, as Anthony Davis was tearing the Blazers up near the rim in Game 2. It's not clear if Whiteside's workload will change dramatically. In the series, he's averaging 6.5 points, 8.5 rebounds and 4.0 blocks across 24.0 minutes.

Whiteside (hip) will be available for Tuesday's game against Dallas, Jamie Hudson of NBC Sports Northwest reports.

EDGE Analysis

As expected, Whiteside will make his return after missing the previous two games with a strained left hip. After providing borderline-first-round value in some leagues before the shutdown, Whiteside's production has sharply declined since he moved to the bench behind Jusuf Nurkic.

Whiteside (hip) is considered probable for Tuesday's game against the Mavs, Jamie Hudson of NBC Sports Northwets reports.

EDGE Analysis

A left hip strain kept Whiteside out of the Blazers' last two games, but he should be back in action Tuesday. Assuming that's the case, expect Whiteside to slide back into his new role as the backup to Jusuf Nurkic.