Whiteside (oblique) has been ruled out of Sunday's game against the Hawks, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

EDGE Analysis

This will mark the fifth straight absence for Whiteside, who continues to deal with a strained left oblique. Amar'e Stoudemire is expected to run with the starters again on Sunday, while Chris Bosh is likely going to relied upon for extended minutes as well in the frontcourt. Whiteside remains without a concrete return date, so he'll continue to be evaluated on game-to-game basis until otherwise reported.

Whiteside (oblique) is questionable to return for Sunday's matchup with the Hawks, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

EDGE Analysis

Whiteside has missed the last four games for Miami, but is listed as questionable Sunday. Unfortunately, he is likely more on the doubtful side of questionable as Amar'e Stoudemire is currently listed as the expected starter at center. However, his status likely will depend on how he is feeling Sunday, so there is a legitimate chance he could return. Expect an update on his status closer to tip-off Sunday.

Whiteside (oblique) has been ruled out of Friday's game against the Bucks, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

EDGE Analysis

As expected, Whiteside's lingering oblique injury will continue to keep him sidelined Friday, which means Amar'e Stoudemire will likely fill in as the starting center. With that being said, Chris Bosh will also have to shoulder a larger load in the frontcourt, so look for extended minutes from him as well. Whiteside should also be considered questionable for Sunday's matchup with the Hawks.

Whiteside (oblique) is doubtful to play in Friday's game against the Bucks, Jason Lieser of the Palm Beach Post reports.

EDGE Analysis

Whiteside continues to deal with an oblique injury and despite optimism earlier in the week that he'd be able to take the court Friday, he's now being listed as doubtful and isn't expected to play. With that being said, Amar'e Stoudemire should be in the starting lineup again in his place. Whiteside's next opportunity to return will be Sunday against the Hawks if he does indeed sit out Friday.

Whiteside (oblique) was a partial participant at Thursday's practice.

EDGE Analysis

Whiteside's status appears to be firmly up in the air for Friday's matchup with the Bucks in Milwaukee, though the center was optimistic earlier in the week when asked about his status. The Heat will likely wait until Friday morning to reevaluate Whiteside, but if he's ultimately ruled out, Amar'e Stoudemire figures to make another start in his place.

Whiteside (oblique) is optimistic that he'll be able to play Friday against the Bucks, Jason Lieser of the Palm Beach Post reports. "I'm hoping so," Whiteside said, in regards to a Friday return. "I think so. Fingers crossed."

EDGE Analysis

Whiteside missed his third straight game Tuesday against the Nets with a strained left oblique muscle, but the center showed his first signs of progress by getting in a workout prior to the contest. He'll likely test out his oblique over practices the next two days before the Heat provide another update on his status at Friday's morning shootaround. If Whiteside is cleared to return Friday, he'd likely take back his spot in the starting lineup, sending Amar'e Stoudemire back to the second unit.

Whiteside (oblique) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Nets, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

EDGE Analysis

Whiteside has missed the last two games after suffering an oblique injury last week against the Wizards, and he'll sit out a third straight contest Tuesday. That means Amar'e Stoudemire is likely in for another start at center, while Chris Bosh should again see a large minutes load. Consider Whiteside questionable to return for Friday's game in Milwaukee.

Whiteside (oblique) will be out for Monday night's game against the Bulls.

EDGE Analysis

Following up on a previous note, Whiteside is being called out for Monday's game by both coach Erik Spoelstra and the Heat. In Whiteside's absence, which will be his second in a row, look for Chris Bosh, Udonis Haslem, and Amar'e Stoudemire to fill minutes in the post.

Whiteside (oblique) has called himself a game time decision for Monday's game against the Bulls, Ethan J. Skolnick of the Miami Herald reports.

EDGE Analysis

While coach Erik Spoelstra said that Whiteside would be out for Monday's game, Whiteside himself claimed to be a game time decison. Whiteside's range of motion has been limited due to an oblique strain on his left side. Though he has only missed one contest with the injury, it is unclear when Whiteside will return or if Monday will be the day. Should Whiteside fail to see the court, look for Chris Bosh, Udonis Haslem, and Amar'e Stoudemire to fill minutes in the post.

Whiteside (oblique) did some shooting at Sunday's practice, but is still experiencing pain, Jason Lieser of the Palm Beach Post reports.

EDGE Analysis

Whiteside said twisting his torso from side to side remains an issue due to the oblique strain, but the Heat haven't formally ruled the center out for Monday's contest against the Bulls. Still, though he's officially listed as questionable on the team's injury report, it seems more likely than not that the limitations presented by the ailment will sideline him for a second straight game. A follow-up on Whiteside's status should arrive after Monday's morning shootaround.