Ethan Skolnick hosts a daily insider Miami Heat/NBA podcast -- ”best sports podcast of 2020 by Miami New Times -- with Alex Toledo, Greg Sylvander and prominent player, media and team guests. Flagship of @5ReasonsSports network at FiveReasonsSports.com.
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Greg, Alex & Brady go over a huge all-around game for Bam, the Heat's offense (or Pacers' lack of defense), along with strong performances down the line for the Heat. Sponsors: InsuranceByLinnette.com, RealEstateShoppeFL.com, C-ArmAndStaffing.com Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server! Get exclusive insider information, along with updates/stat…
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Before a two-game set for the Miami Heat the equally disappointing Pacers, Ethan Skolnick and Sean Rochester discuss how the East’s slow start (with the exception of Cleveland) affects Miami. Also, a segment of Talking Shoppe with Javier of RealEstateShoppeFL.com Sponsor: BettorEdge.com (5RSN) Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server! Get exclus…
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Tyler Herro is off to a remarkable start to the 2024-25 season, and the Heat are 4-6. In this case, correlation is not causation. Ethan Skolnick, Greg Sylvander and Naveen Ganglani discuss what Herro's emergence means for the totality of the roster and for the future -- and how the Heat can maximize it right now. Sponsors: Underdog Fantasy (FIVE), …
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Sean Rochester andTimothy Bain are joined by guest Royal Shepherd to discuss the NBA after one month. What players have stood out? Which teams are for real? Who is in danger? Sponsors: EricRubenstein.com Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server! Get exclusive insider information, along with updates/stats/insights from the 5OTF crew and hang out …
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In today's episode, Matt Hanifan and Major Passons discuss what stood out to them in the Sioux Falls Skyforce's first game of the season. Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server! Get exclusive insider information, along with updates/stats/insights from the 5OTF crew and hang out with other Heat fans! https://t.co/izwgN0SEt6 (Scroll down after c…
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Tyler Herro scored 40, including what should have been a game-winner, and yet the Miami Heat lost by two in Detroit. Why? They gave up a dunk and then called a timeout they didn't have. What happened? Ethan, Alex and Brady try to make sense of it. Sponsors: InsuranceByLinnette.com, C-ArmAndStaffing.com, RealEstateShoppeFL.com Join us on our Off The…
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You'll never believe whose numbers Tyler Herro's look similar to, so far this season. Ethan Skolnick and Alex Toledo discuss the evolution of Herro's game, what it means for this team and what it means for his Miami Heat future. Sponsors: Underdog Fantasy and EricRubenstein.com Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server! Get exclusive insider info…
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Without Jimmy Butler and with little offensively again from Bam Adebayo, the Miami Heat rode strong defense and a stellar play call to a surprise win against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Ethan, Alex, Brady and Greg wrap it up, and look ahead. Sponsors: C-ArmAndStaffing.com, RealEstateShoppeFL.com and InsuranceByLinnette.com Join us on our Off The Fl…
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Jimmy Butler will miss another game in Minnesota, this time after spraining an ankle, and it's unclear if Jaime Jaquez Jr. (illness) will be ready to play. Seems like a chance for Terry Rozier to do more than he's done. Ethan Skolnick and Brady Hawk discuss what's needed now. Sponsors: Underdog Fantasy (five) and UBreakWheelFix.com Join us on our O…
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A lot of worst case scenarios, as the Heat get rolled in Denver as usual. This time, they lose Jimmy Butler just seven minutes in, and Bam Adebayo and Terry Rozier's struggles do them in -- even with strong offensive games from Tyler Herro and Duncan Robinson. Ethan, Greg and Alex went live after the loss. Sponsors: InsuranceByLinnette.com, RealEst…
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Jason Jackson, TV host and now audio play-by-play man, guest stars with Ethan Skolnick and Eternal Bast. Stories from the Big 3 era, a current perspective on Tyler Herro's breakout, and a discussion of his roles with the Miami Heat organization. Plus, information about his upcoming, annual Santa Jax event. Get your tickets here: Santa Jax 2024 Tick…
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The Miami Heat again played a good West team tough, but couldn't get a shot off on the final possession, and lost by 3. What's wrong with Terry Rozier? Why is Bam missing so many layups? And is Haywood Highsmith the new starter? Sponsors: InsuranceByLinnette.com, RealEstateShoppeFL.com and C-ArmAndStaffing.com Join us on our Off The Floor Discord s…
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The Miami Heat embark on a six-game trip at 3-3. They've done some good things -- especially Tyler Herro. But they have a lot of questions, starting with the third quarter collapses. How will Erik Spoelstra manage the rotation and the team's collective confidence on a difficult early-season stretch? Sponsors: EricRubenstein.com and PrizePicks.com (…
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The Miami Heat lost a heartbreaker to the Sacramento Kings at home 111-110 on Monday night at the Kasaya Center. Greg Sylvander & Digital Adel discuss what transpired throughout the game and what ultimately led to the Miami HEAT defeat. Sponsors: InsuranceByLinnette.com, RealEstateShoppeFL.com, C-ArmAndStaffing.com Join us on our Off The Floor Disc…
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Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander discuss some early trends of the Miami Heat season as the team enters a difficult stretch of games. Sponsors: Underdog Fantasy (code: FIVE), Water Cleanup of Florida Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server! Get exclusive insider information, along with updates/stats/insights from the 5OTF crew and hang out with…
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Greg, Brady & Alex go over another win where the Heat took care of business, this time with Bam finally breaking out offensively this season, scoring 32 on 12/24 shooting, and a tweaked end of rotation tonight that featured Alec Burks, Pelle Larsson and Josh Richardson, who made his return to the court. Sponsors: InsuranceByLinnette.com, RealEstate…
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The Milwaukee Bucks, as some here predicted, have started slow. Does that offer the Miami Heat an opportunity to pass them this season? And could they swoop in on a possible Giannis sweepstakes? Or take another run at Dame? Ethan and Alex (and his helicopter) discuss. Sponsors: Underdog Fantasy (code: FIVE) and BettorEdge.com (code: 5RSN) Join us o…
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It's early in the season, but Bam Adebayo's struggle has been noticeable. Why does Bam look so disengaged, specifically on the offensive end? And can it be turned around quickly, with the current players around him? Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander discuss the start, and the options. Sponsors: Underdog Fantasy and Water Cleanup of Florida Join us …
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The Miami Heat faced the New York Knicks on Wednesday night and ultimately came up short 116-107 in regulation. KAT led the Knicks with 44 points and 13 rebounds, while Tyler Herro led Miami with 34 points, 7 assists and 5 rebounds. Greg Sylvander, Major Passons and Naveen Ganglani break down the details of the Heat loss to New York and what needs …
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The Heat are off to a 2-1 start to the season, beating Charlotte and Detroit after dropping the season opener to Orlando. Miami's backcourt of Terry Rozier and Tyler Herro found success in the victory over the Pistons. Social media has had a field day with the newly unveiled Dwyane Wade statue. Ethan Skolnick and Alex Donno discuss the highlights a…
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Jimmy Butler, Terry Rozier and Tyler Herro led Miami in a balanced attack to bring the HEAT's record to 2-1 on the season. Greg Sylvander, Sean Rochester & Digital Adel break down the action and discuss the all of the most relevant details of the Heat victory. : Sponsors: InsuranceByLinnette.com, C-ArmAndStaffing.com, RealEstateShoppeFL.com Join us…
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Ethan and Alex discuss Dwyane Wade’s statue ceremony and press conference, even as it relates to the current team. Sponsors: UBreakWheelFix.com, PrizePicks (promo code: FIVE, or simply click here for $50 instantly when you play $5 at signup: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/ivHR/FIVE) Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server! Get exclusive insider …
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Alex & Brady go over what went right in this game compared to opening vs. the Magic, what they'll be watching for going forward and interesting rotational changes that were made for this game. Sponsors: InsuranceByLinnette.com, C-ArmAndStaffing.com, RealEstateShoppeFL.com Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server! Get exclusive insider informatio…
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The Miami Heat were reportedly (according to The Athletic) connected to LA Clippers' forward PJ Tucker recently and trade conversations were mentioned. Greg Sylvander and Brady Hawk address those rumors. They guys then pivot and take a closer look at the Heat as a defensive team and discuss ways they can improve on that end internally vs Charlotte …
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The defense was even worse than the offense for the Miami Heat in their opener, but a comment Bam Adebayo made after the game still got our attention. Ethan Skolnick and Brady Hawk discuss how the Heat's two most important players can "fit into" the team's new approach? Sponsors: EricRubenstein.com and PrizePicks.com (promo code: FIVE, or simply cl…
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Jimmy Butler & Bam Adebayo both struggled to find their game against the stifling defense of the Orlando Magic. The HEAT ultimately lost 118-97 on their home floor. Greg Sylvander, Digital Adel & Major Passons react to the blowout loss and discuss what went wrong for Miami. Sponsors: A Aggressive Insurance, Mobile C-Arm & Staffing Services & RealEs…
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Sean Rochester and Timothy Bain are joined by Eternal Bast and Naveen Ganglani to preview the NBA season by releasing the results of the 5RSN 'Expert' prediction survey. Sponsors: EricRubenstein.com, PrizePicks (promo code: FIVE, or simply click here for $50 instantly when you play $5 at signup: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/ivHR/FIVE) Join us on o…
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It's finally here: the 2024-25 Miami Heat season. So how will it play out, especially early? Ethan Skolnick, Greg Sylvander and Brady Hawk talk about Jimmy Butler's availability, Tyler Herro's scoring, Bam Adebayo's 3-point attempts, Erik Spoelstra's rotation and the Heat's road to a certain number of wins. Sponsors: EricRubenstein.com, BettorEdge.…
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NBA podcaster Nate Duncan (@NateDuncanNBA) joins Ethan Skolnick and Alex Toledo to make projections about the Miami Heat.... and the rest of the NBA. Sponsors: EricRubenstein.com and PrizePicks (promo code: FIVE, or simply click here for $50 instantly when you play $5 at signup: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/ivHR/FIVE) Join us on our Off The Floor …
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While the Miami Heat were in Memphis, Eternal Bast (of the 5RSN NBA team) had a chance to speak with Heat starting forward Nikola Jovic about his goals for this season. Ethan Skolnick brings Eternal on the podcast to discuss the conversation, and how the lessons of Jovic may apply now to Kel'el Ware. Sponsors: BettorEdge.com (5RSN), PrizePicks.com …
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Now that the Miami Heat have settled on their 14 regulars and their three two-ways, Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander look at the decisions made... and the decisions ahead. Sponsors: Water Cleanup of Florida and PrizePicks.com (promo code: FIVE, or simply click here for $50 instantly when you play $5 at signup using code FIVE, or simply click here:…
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In today's episode, Matt and Major discuss who stood out in the Miami Heat's first two preseason games. Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server! Get exclusive insider information, along with updates/stats/insights from the 5OTF crew and hang out with other Heat fans! https://t.co/izwgN0SEt6 (Scroll down after clicking). Our Sponsors: * Check ou…
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We had a number of questions about the Miami Heat entering the preseason, and they managed to answer most positively. What does this mean as the regular season begins? Ethan, Alex, Greg and Brady are all here to assess it. Sponsors: BettorEdge.com (5RSN), Water Cleanup of Florida Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server! Get exclusive insider in…
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Pat Riley met with a few members of the media to speak about Jimmy Butler, Tyler Herro, Bam Adebayo and the team at large. Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander break down his comments. Sponsors: RealEstateShoppeFL.com, PrizePicks (promo code: FIVE, or simply click here: (click here for $50 instantly when you play $5 at signup using code FIVE, or simpl…
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Brady Hawk joked that the Miami Heat would be running it back harder, with key players playing more. But it's more than that so far. Erik Spoelstra has gotten in the lab to maximize the current roster. Brady joins Ethan Skolnick to discuss what Bam's spacing is doing to help others, rotation changes and more. Sponsors: UBreakWheelFix and BettorEdge…
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The Miami Heat coaching staff clearly emphasized three things this offseason, and Ethan Skolnick, Alex Toledo and Major Passons discuss them, after the Heat win another preseason game. Jimmy Butler scored 24. Sponsors: PrizePicks (click here for $50 instantly when you play $5 at signup using code FIVE, or simply click here: https://prizepicks.oneli…
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The Miami Heat were led by sharp play by Bam Adebayo and Jimmy Butler, as well as getting key contributions from multiple lineups. Greg Sylvander and Digital Adel break down the game and discuss what stood out most from the Miami Heat's victory over San Antonio. Sponsors: Water Cleanup of Florida & PrizePicks (promo code: FIVE, or simply click here…
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The Miami made a decision to name their court after team president Pat Riley. Ethan and Greg discuss the significance of what Riley has done and what it means for the future. Sponsors: BettorEdge.com/5Reasons, UBreakWheelFix.com Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server! Get exclusive insider information, along with updates/stats/insights from th…
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The Miami Heat seem to have honed in on a starting unit as the regular season approaches, and it was on full display against the New Orleans Pelicans. The Heat won 101-99 behind balanced efforts from Terry Rozier, Tyler Herro and others. Greg Sylvander, Sean Rochester and Digital Adel breakdown the action. Sponsors: Water Cleanup of Florida & Prize…
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Jaime Jaquez, Jr. and Tyler Herro are expected back soon, and Josh Richardson not long after that. What does that mean for Pelle Larsson and Alec Burks in particular? Ethan, Alex and Brady project their roles. Sponsors: RealEstateShoppeFL.com and PrizePicks.com (promo code: FIVE, or just click here: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/ivHR/FIVE) Join us …
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Howard Beck (new to The Ringer) recently divided all the NBA teams into tiers, based on the clarity of their direction. He had the Miami Heat in the fourth of five tiers: the Stained Glass Tier, where it looks a little fuzzy in the light. Ethan Skolnick speaks with Howard about all the tiers, and why he put the Heat where he did. Sponsors: BettorEd…
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In the last of our interview series from Miami Heat media day and training camp, Ethan, Brady and Alex speak with 2015 second-round pick Josh Richardson and 2024 first round pick Kel'el Ware. Sponsor: PrizePicks.com (promo code: FIVE, or simply click here: (https://prizepicks.onelink.me/ivHR/FIVE) Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server! Get ex…
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Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander break down the Miami Heat's roster one of the ways that the team does it: by age bracket. Is this the most balanced group in that sense, since a team more than 20 years ago? (They also address some social media chatter that came out of the "Starting Five" series on Netflix, featuring Jimmy Butler). Sponsors: UBreak…
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In a game in which Erik Spoelstra nearly evenly distributed minutes between 15 players (and played two others), Kel'el Ware jumped out with a three-block possession. Is he showing he should get playing time in the regular season? Ethan, Alex and Greg wrap up the game, and start the Ware debate. Sponsors: UBreakWheelFix.com, PrizePicks.com (promo co…
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Ethan Skolnick and Sean Rochester review the results of the annual NBA GM survey. A lot of praise for Erik Spoelstra and some for Bam Adebayo, but absent elsewhere. Did the GMs get it right? Sponsors: WaterCleanup of Florida, PrizePicks.com (five) Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server! Get exclusive insider information, along with updates/sta…
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Ethan, Brady & Alex wrap up what was an interesting scrimmage, including Bam launching from three and Arizona teammates Pelle Larsson and Keshad Johnson each showing out. Sponsors: Water Clean Up of Florida, PrizePicks, (direct promo code link: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/ivHR/FIVE ) Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server! Get exclusive insi…
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We'll get a look at some different lineup at Monday's Red, White & Pink scrimmage. Ethan Skolnick and Brady Hawk speak about what they'll find most interesting tonight. Sponsors: UBreakWheelFix.com and Water Cleanup of Florida Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server! Get exclusive insider information, along with updates/stats/insights from the …
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In another set of interviews from Miami Heat media day, Ethan, Alex and Brady speak with the two newcomers from the University of Arizona (Pelle Larsson & Keshad Johnson) together, and then with former first-round pick Nasir Little. Sponsors: Water Clean Up of Florida Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server! Get exclusive insider information, a…
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Two more interviews from Ethan Skolnick from the Miami Heat's training camp in the Bahamas. First, Jaime Jaquez Jr. on his goals for his second season. Then, Kevin Love on playing 17 years, and what it means to him. Sponsors: UBreakWheelFix.com Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server! Get exclusive insider information, along with updates/stats/…
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Three short interviews from Miami Heat training camp in the Bahamas. First, a short clip Bam Adebayo on his time with the Olympics with Erik Spoelstra. Then a short 1-on-1 with Erik Spoelstra on what he took from the routines of LeBron James, Stephen Curry, Steve Kerr and Kevin Durant as an Olympics assistant. And finally, a quick walkaway with Tyl…
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