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.