Whiteside's contract has been restructured for the upcoming season, guaranteeing his salary for the season, the Sun Sentinel reports.
Analysis:
Initally, Whiteside's contract was staggered, where he would receive a certain percentage of his salary after certain dates. He would receive 25% of his contract after August 1st and 50% of his contract if he were on the roster on opening night. By December 1st, Whiteside would receive the remainder of his contract if still on the roster. However, Whiteside is lock to not only be on the roster but to start at center for the Heat. As a result, Miami restructured his deal to eliminate the waiting periods and has gone ahead and guaranteed his salary for the season. Whiteside becomes a free agent after the 2015-16 season.
