Hassan Whiteside (hand) is considered doubtful to play against the Hawks on Friday, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports.

Whiteside (hand) is considered doubtful to play against the Hawks on Friday, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports.

Analysis:

Whiteside missed Wednesday's game against the Celtics after suffering a laceration to his right hand against the Bucks on Tuesday. The cut required stitches, and currently it's at risk of being broken open. Whiteside should continue to be considered day-to-day going forward. With Chris Andersen (calf) questionable, the Heat could again have to get creative with its starting five.