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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Miami Heat: Open to listening to offers? List of teams? Dissecting ESPN's Jimmy Butler report
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Shams Charania of ESPN had a report about the Miami Heat's Jimmy Butler that got everyone riled up Tuesday. But was there really anything new? And is there anything imminent? Ethan Skolnick, Greg Sylvander and Alex Toledo try to put it in perspective Sponsors: BettorEdge.com (5RSN) and Water Cleanup of Florida Join us on our Off The Floor Discord s…
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This morning ESPN dropped a "Shams Bomb" that the Miami Heat are shopping JimmyButler to teams across the NBA. His agent Bernie Lee has indicated that Jimmy is open to the Houston Rockets, Dallas Mavericks, and the Golden State Warriors. How will this impact the Heat? Would it make Mavs Warriors or Rockets contenders? Sean Rochester is joined by Et…
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Dru Smith has been inserted into the rotation and the results have been excellent, especially defensively. Can he carve out a permanent role? And over whom? Ethan and Alex discuss. Sponsors: RealEstateShoppeFL.com and Underdog Fantasy (five) Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server for the most Heat anywhere. Get exclusive insider information, a…
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Tyler Herro was the best player on the floor, as the Heat faced the team with the best record in basketball at the Kasaya Center on Sunday evening.The Miami HEAT won 1122-113 over the Cleveland Cavaliers in what has amounted to a third straight victory for Miami. Greg Sylvander, Digital Adel & Major Passons break down all the action. Sponsors: Insu…
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The Heat's top three players made 26 of 40 shots and did everything else well in a win over the Phoenix Suns that also showcased Duncan Robinson, Haywood Highsmith and Dru Smith in their roles. Ethan, Greg and Major went live to discuss. Sponsors: C-ArmAndStaffing.com, InsuranceByLinnette.com and RealEstateShoppeFL.com Join us on our Off The Floor …
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Ethan and Alex go over all the different outcomes for Jimmy Butler’s contract situation. What teams would be interested, how likely is it to happen vs. him opting in or out of his contracts after this season. Sponsors: Underdog Fantasy (FIVE), EricRubenstein.com Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server for the most Heat anywhere. Get exclusive i…
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Tyler Herro probably won't hit seven threes in a quarter again anytime soon, but he's done plenty else right this season. Can he sustain it as defenses focus on him more? Ethan Skolnick and Brady Hawk discuss his evolution and his All-Star chances. Sponsors: PrizePicks.com (five) and Water Cleanup of Florida Join us on our Off The Floor Discord ser…
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Tyler Herro led Miami with 31 points, 21 in the 3rd quarter, in a 134-93 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers at the Kasaya Center on Wednesday night. The team tied for three-point field goals made, assists and had the 3rd largest margin of victory ever in Heat history. Greg Sylvander, Major Passons and Digital Adel break down all the action on this…
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Sean Rochester, Timothy Bain and Digital Adel with their weekly show on the Five Reasons YouTube channel. Sponsors: EricRubenstein.com Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server for the most Heat anywhere. Get exclusive insider information, along with updates/stats/insights from the 5OTF crew and hang out with other Heat fans! https://t.co/izwgN0S…
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We hear a lot of fans talking about going young? But what does that mean, and when should it happen? Is it just about trading Jimmy Butler? Or can the Miami Heat accomplish it with bigger roles for certain players, at the expense of some vets? Ethan and Alex discuss. Sponsors: Underdog (FIVE) and UBreakWheelFix.com Join us on our Off The Floor Disc…
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The Heat were without Jimmy Butler, and the Celtics were without three core players, but the result was predictable regardless. Bam Adebayo struggled again from the field, and this time Tyler Herro couldn't save Miami. Ethan, Greg and Brady reflect on the massive chasm between the two franchises at the moment. Sponsors: C-ArmAndStaffing.com, RealEs…
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RJ Barrett made 15 of 20 shots and the Miami Heat waited too long to get serious in a bad road loss to the Raptors. With the Heat now at 9-9, and an impossible schedule ahead, and Jimmy Butler limping again, where is all this going? Ethan, Brady and Alex went live. Sponsors: InsuranceByLinnette.com, RealEstateShoppeFL.com, C-ArmAndStaffing.com Join…
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The Miami Heat are 9-8 entering Sunday's game against Toronto, about what most expected. But fans don't seem particularly optimistic. Ethan Skolnick and Eternal Bast evaluate the expectations as well as the reality. Sponsors: Underdog (FIVE) and Water Cleanup of Florida Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server for the most Heat anywhere. Get exc…
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Jimmy Butler finished with 26 points, 6 assists and 2 rebounds, while Bam Adebayo chipped in with a triple double of 14 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists. The Heat led most of the 2nd half to claim the victory 121-111 over the Toronto Raptors to improve to 9-8 on the season. Greg Sylvander, Sean Rochester & Eternal Bast break down the action and d…
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The Miami Heat blew a big lead to a bad team (Charlotte) but Tyler Herro made enough plays at the end to escape with a win. Ethan, Greg and Brady highlight Herro's play, Jimmy Butler's weird night, Bam Adebayo's continued passivity offensively.... and a host of other issues (Jaquez, Jovic, Rozier) that made this feel like a hollow victory. Sponsors…
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The Miami Heat made a valiant effort to compete against the Milwaukee Bucks after getting down by as many as 22 points, yet ultimately came up short 106-103 at Kasaya Center. Greg Sylvander, Eternal Bast & Digital Adel breakdown all the action. Sponsors: InsuranceByLinnette.com, RealEstateShoppeFL.com, C-ArmAndStaffing.com Join us on our Off The Fl…
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Jimmy Butler is coming off his two most explosive scoring games of the season. How do his stats measure up with past seasons? And is this enough for the Miami Heat? Ethan Skolnick and Brady Hawk look at how Butler's role is evolving. Sponsors: Underdog Fantasy (code: FIVE) and UBreakWheelFix.com Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server for the m…
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Jimmy Butler -- with help from Pelle Larsson and Alec Burks late -- was the star in an overtime win against Luka-less Dallas. Ethan Skolnick, Greg Sylvander and Major Passons discuss the ways in which Butler got his numbers, and what the late-game rotation changes mean for upcoming contests. Sponsors: RealEstateShoppeFL.com, InsuranceByLinnette.com…
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In a two-part episode, Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander discuss the upcoming Miami Heat schedule, and then look at Terry Rozier's struggles and how the team can get him going. And what it means if they can't. Sponsors: Underdog Fantasy (code: FIVE) and Water Cleanup of Florida Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server for the most Heat anywhere.…
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A new ESPN list put Jimmy Butler, Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro at No. 20 in the NBA in terms of trios. Seems low, based on what they've accomplished. But Ethan and Alex use it as an opportunity to ask why the three aren't putting up great numbers together. Sponsors: Underdog Fantasy (FIVE) and UBreakWheelFix.com Join us on our Off The Floor Discord …
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Erik Spoelstra went back to some comfort food in Terry Rozier's absence, inserting Duncan Robinson and Haywood Highsmith as starters. Will they stay there with Tyler Herro, Jimmy Butler and Bam Adebayo, and what does it mean for the bench? Ethan Skolnick and Brady Hawk look at the mechanics of all of it. Sponsors: Underdog Fantasy (FIVE) and EricRu…
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It wasn't supposed to be a strong NBA draft this June, but a few rookies (including Jared McCain and Dalton Knecht) are breaking out. Ethan Skolnick is joined by Eternal and Adel to look back at the thinking behind taking Kel'el Ware, and if his lack of playing time early is any concern. Sponsors: Underdog Fantasy (FIVE) and UBreakWheelFix.com Join…
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Sean Rochester and Timothy Bain are joined by Mateo Mayorga to discuss if the 76ers & Bucks are done, Cavs & Celtics, as well as some early favorites for NBA awards Sponsors: PrizePicks (FIVE), EricRubenstein.com Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server for the most Heat anywhere. Get exclusive insider information, along with updates/stats/insig…
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Matt Hanifan and Major Passons recap the 2nd week of the Skyforce season. Sponsors: PrizePicks (FIVE) Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server for the most Heat anywhere. 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).…
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The Miami Heat enter a mini-break at 6-7 in a jumbled Eastern Conference, coming off a win against the 76ers that featured strong play from both Jimmy Butler and Tyler Herro. But what is the upside with this build? Jorge Sedano (of ESPN) joins Ethan Skolnick and Brady Hawk for his views on a team he still follows closely. Sponsors: PrizePicks.com (…
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Jimmy Butler was back and looked great. Butler played a balanced game, posting a robust 30 point, 10 rebounds and 5 assists. Tyler Herro, Duncan Robinson and SURPRISE Dru Smith also contributed to Miami's 106-89 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday night at the Kasaya Center. Greg Sylvander, Sean Rochester & Major Passons recap the action.…
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Tyler Herro had 19 in the fourth quarter, but it wasn't enough, as Myles Turner and the rest of the Pacers' frontcourt took Miami apart. Ethan, Greg, Alex and Brady went live to interact with fans, as Terry Rozier had another rough night, and Jaime Jaquez Jr. was injured. Sponsors: C-ArmAndStaffing.com, RealEstateShoppeFL.com and InsuranceByLinnett…
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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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