Whiteside supplied 16 points (7-10 FG, 2-5 FT), 11 rebounds, two blocks and one steal across 34 minutes during Wednesday's 105-97 loss to the Suns.

EDGE Analysis

Rudy Gobert (calf) was once again unable to play Wednesday, allowing Whiteside to log his fifth straight start around a six-game absence while in COVID-19 protocols. The veteran center tied for second on the team in scoring and led Utah in rebounding while collecting half of the team's swats in the loss. During the five-game run as a starter, Whiteside is averaging 12.4 points, 9.8 boards and 1.6 blocks per contest.

Whiteside (COVID-19 protocols) tallied 10 points (4-9 FG, 2-4 FT), nine rebounds, two assists, one steal and one block across 33 minutes Monday in the Jazz's 115-109 loss to the Suns.

EDGE Analysis

Fantasy managers were probably hoping for more production from Whiteside while he entered the starting lineup in place of Rudy Gobert (calf), but perhaps expectations should have been tempered, considering that the former was returning from a six-game absence due to a bout with COVID-19. Jazz head coach Quin Snyder gave Whiteside all the run he could handle in his return, but the seven-foot center lacked his usual efficiency near the rim and rejected two fewer shots than he did in his most recent start Jan. 10 in Detroit. Though he'll lose most of his relevancy in 12-team leagues or shallower as soon as Gobert returns, Whiteside will make for a strong streaming option Wednesday in just about every format if Gobert misses his second straight game in the Jazz's rematch with Phoenix.

Whiteside is in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Suns, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Whiteside will get the start at center in place of Rudy Gobert, who is sidelined with a calf injury. With Bojan Bogdanovic (finger), Royce O'Neal (knee) and Gobert all ruled out in the frontcourt, look for Whiteside to be leaned on more heavily, along with Udoka Azubuike and Eric Paschall.

Whiteside (conditioning) is not listed on the injury report for Monday's game at Phoenix.

EDGE Analysis

All indications are that Whiteside will make his return from a six-game absence, and there's a good chance he'll find himself in the starting lineup with Rudy Gobert (calf) ruled out. The Jazz will also be without Donovan Mitchell (concussion) and Mike Conley (rest), while Joe Ingles (ankle) and Bojan Bogdanovic (finger) are both questionable.

Whiteside (conditioning) will not be available for Sunday's game against Golden State, Tony Jones of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

The hope was that the big man would be able to make his return Sunday, but he'll miss a sixth straight game as he deals with COVID-19-related conditioning concerns. Whiteside hasn't played since Jan. 10 at Detroit.

Whiteside (conditioning) is questionable for Sunday's matchup against the Warriors.

EDGE Analysis

Whiteside has missed the past five games, and his availability could come down to a game-time call. With Rudy Gobert (ankle) also questionable, the Jazz could end up quite shorthanded in the frontcourt.

Whiteside was placed in the league's health and safety protocols Wednesday.

EDGE Analysis

Whiteside took on a starting role in each of the last three games since Rudy Gobert (shoulder/COVID-19 protocols) was sidelined, but the 32-year-old will now need to isolate from the team. Whether he's tested positive for COVID-19 remains to be seen, but Norvel Pelle (illness) and Eric Paschall could see increased run in his absence.

Whiteside ended Monday's 126-116 loss to the Pistons with 21 points (10-15 FG, 1-2 FT), 14 rebounds, one assist, three blocks and two steals across 34 minutes.

EDGE Analysis

Whiteside continues to fill in for Rudy Gobert (health and safety protocols). After two subpar outings, Whiteside supplied a pretty good Gobert impression Monday. His 21 points marked a season high, and it was Whiteside's first game attempting double-digit shots. He's logged at least 25 minutes in every game of Gobert's absence, which is expected to end sometime this week.

Whiteside (concussion) is available for Friday's game against the Raptors, Andy Larsen of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.

EDGE Analysis

Almost all of Utah's regulars are sidelined. Whiteside will start and should see plenty of usage. It'll be his first start of the year. Per 36 minutes, he's averaging 18.7 points, 15.7 rebounds and 3.1 blocks.

Whiteside (concussion) participated in shootaround ahead of Friday's game against Toronto, Eric Walden of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.

EDGE Analysis

Whiteside has missed three consecutive contests due to a concussion, but he was able to participate in pregame warmups Wednesday and went through shootaround Friday. With Rudy Gobert (COVID-19 protocols) sidelined, Whiteside could be in line for increased run against the Raptors if he's deemed available.