[purplefrog]

It appears that if Whiteside really wants to make a quick decision, then the Mavs have an excellent shot.

However, I am guessing the Heat will try to convince him that he should wait. They will concoct some reason like they need to make a few maneuvers/trades so they can free up cap space and sign him along with Durant. Of course, that is all likely a smoke screen to wait out the KD decision. Assuming Hassan verbally commits to the Mavs, I will have a kanipshin if between July 1 and July 8, it becomes clear KD is staying in OKC and the Heat circle back to Whiteside in an attempt to change his mind.....feels like deja vu all over again.

Of course, there is nothing you can do about this... you have to take your shots and hope for the best. Maybe Cuban can make him take a blood oath.