Five On The Floor: Miami Heat/NBA
1,680 episodes - English - Latest episode: 14 days ago - ★★★★★ - 583 ratingsEthan 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: What to make of 47-point loss to the Milwaukee Bucks
December 30, 2020 03:46 - 18 minutes - 17.2 MBEthan Skolnick wasn't able to join us tonight, so Greg Sylvander and Alex Toledo (live from the arena) hop on to talk about what led to this abysmal Heat loss with no Jimmy Butler, the fluctuating rotation, Bam's rough night and if there's anything positive to take away from this game. Sponsors: Keystone Neuro and Eric Brown Our Sponsors: * Check out Harry's : harrys.com/FIVE Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Miami Heat: Beating the Bucks without Jimmy Butler?
December 29, 2020 02:00 - 26 minutes - 24.5 MBWith Jimmy Butler doubtful for Tuesday's game against Milwaukee and not likely to play in the upcoming Wednesday rematch, how do the Miami Heat fill the void? Ethan Skolnick, Alex Toledo and Greg Sylvander discuss the options. Moe Harkless? Kendrick Nunn? Even.... KZ Okpala? Sponsored by Manscaped.com (5RSN) and Seltzer Mayberg law firm (OneCallLegal.com). Our Sponsors: * Check out Harry's : harrys.com/FIVE Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://...
Miami Heat: Precious Achiuwa's Emergence.... and Rotation Talk
December 28, 2020 13:12 - 21 minutes - 29.6 MBThe Miami Heat may have hit the draft jackpot again, as rookie Precious Achiuwa has been comfortable and impactful in his first 2 games. How will Miami use him? What is his upside? And does his play change the long term plan? Also, who else will join him in the regular bench rotation? Ethan Skolnick and Alex Toledo discuss. Sponsored by PrizePicks.com (five) and Manscaped.com (5RSN)
Miami Heat: Christmas Day Preview (and fans at arena update)
December 25, 2020 00:32 - 26 minutes - 24.6 MBThe Miami Heat, now 0-1, face the New Orleans Pelicans in the home opener on Christmas, so Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander evaluate the concerns from the season opening loss -- and going forward. Then Ethan speaks with the Heat's executive VP in charge of marketing, Michael McCullough, about the team's social justice initiatives, the new jersey line and when fans might be allowed back in the arena. Sponsored by Biscayne Bay Brewing and PrizePicks.com (five). Our Sponsors: * Check out Ha...
Miami Heat: Sloppy Opening Loss to Orlando
December 24, 2020 03:39 - 29 minutes - 26.6 MBToo many turnovers, and a fourth quarter collapse, led to the Miami Heat dropping their 2020-21 season opener against the Orlando Magic, 113-107. Ethan, Greg and Alex explore: -- Tyler Herro's struggles at PG -- The Precious minutes -- Is Harkless helping? -- Opening nights for Butler, Bam and Dragic Sponsored by MyBookie.ag (FIVEONTHEFLOOR) and Manscaped.com (5RSN) Our Sponsors: * Check out Harry's : harrys.com/FIVE Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-...
Miami Heat: Our 2020-21 Season Preview
December 23, 2020 00:32 - 34 minutes - 31.7 MBOn the eve of the Miami Heat's 2020-21 season, Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander discuss: -- Their best player -- Their starting lineup -- Their closing lineup -- Their young player most likely to overdeliver -- Their place in the NBA's Eastern Conference Sponsored by: MyBookie.ag (FIVEONTHEFLOOR) Manscaped.com (20% off with code 5RSN) OneCallLegal.com LuisPeters.com Our Sponsors: * Check out Harry's : harrys.com/FIVE Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy ...
Miami Heat: Eric Reid previews 2020-21 season
December 22, 2020 04:04 - 45 minutes - 41.3 MBEric Reid, one of the Miami Heat originals and still the play-by-play voice of the team, joins Ethan Skolnick on Five on the Floor again to discuss how this season will be different from the normal season, recap his favorite memories of the Heat's Bubble run and look ahead to 2020-21 and what each of the Heat's key players may offer. Sponsored by UBreakWheelFix.com, PrizePicks.com (five) and MarcBrownPa.com ($295 closing cost by mentioning Five Reasons) Our Sponsors: * Check out Harry's : ...
Miami Heat: Howard Beck on James Harden (Nets, 76ers too)
December 21, 2020 03:45 - 50 minutes - 45.9 MBWith the James Harden rumors still swirling, following Five Reasons Sports Network reports, Ethan Skolnick's former colleague Howard Beck (now of Sports Illustrated) joins to discuss what might happen with the Rockets star. A focus on the Miami Heat and two situations Howard knows well -- the 76ers and Nets. Sponsored by Biscayne Bay Brewing, FiveReasonsRealtor.com and PrizePicks.com (five). Our Sponsors: * Check out Harry's : harrys.com/FIVE Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/b...
Miami Heat: Catching up with the Coach, Tony Fiorentino
December 18, 2020 16:03 - 41 minutes - 37.7 MBTony Fiorentino, who has been everything from a TV analyst to an assistant coach to a community liaison with the Miami Heat, joins Ethan J. Skolnick and Royal Shepherd to discuss his work during the pandemic, the top teams and players in Heat history, his other favorite memories, and his to-do list for the Heat's young players in 2020-21. And to show off his rings. Sponsored by Manscaped.com (5RSN for 20% off), Seltzer Mayberg law firm (OneCallLegal.com) and UBreakWheelFix.com (15% off by ...
Miami Heat #FloorsYours: Chasing James Harden
December 18, 2020 02:20 - 33 minutes - 30.3 MBIn the latest installment of our weekly YouTube show, Ethan Skolnick, Alex Toledo, Greg Sylvander and Brady Hawk discuss the latest updates on the James Harden saga, including the Five Reasons Sports report that the Heat are reluctant to include Duncan Robinson in the deal. So will it be Miami? Philadelphia, for Ben Simmons? Or anyone else? Sponsored by PrizePicks.com (five) and Biscayne Bay Brewing Our Sponsors: * Check out Harry's : harrys.com/FIVE Advertising Inquiries: https://redci...
Miami Heat: Everything James Harden (with Stefano Fusaro)
December 17, 2020 05:10 - 39 minutes - 36.4 MBWhat's really going on with James Harden? What's his friendship with Jimmy Butler like? Will the Houston Rockets trade him? To the Miami Heat? Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander discuss with Stefano Fusaro of ESPN, after he covered Harden for a few years in Houston. Then Eric Brown of FiveReasonsRealtor.com joins to discuss his Value Plays around the NBA, including the Giannis extension with the Bucks. Also sponsored by Biscayne Bay Brewing, LuisPeters.com (State Farm), PrizePicks.co...
Miami Heat: Giannis Signs the Super Max with Milwaukee Bucks
December 16, 2020 00:48 - 25 minutes - 23.2 MBIt finally happened. Giannis Antetokounmpo signed his Super Max to remain long-term with the Milwaukee Bucks. Did he make the right decision? Will he win a title there? And where does this leave the Miami Heat and other rivals in the compelling Eastern Conference of the NBA? Sponsored by @KeystoneNeuro (Keystone Chiropractic) and MarcBrownPa.com (mention Five Reasons for a $295 closing fee) Our Sponsors: * Check out Harry's : harrys.com/FIVE Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com...
Miami Heat: First preseason game
December 15, 2020 03:16 - 24 minutes - 22.2 MBThe Heat lost their preseason opener to the New Orleans Pelicans, but Ethan, Greg and Alex (at the arena) focused more on the storylines: -- Point Herro -- KZ vs. Precious -- Harkless as a starter And more.... Sponsored by SafeCubbies.com, Biscayne Bay Brew and BtrPay.com Our Sponsors: * Check out Harry's : harrys.com/FIVE Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Miami Heat: Preseason 2020 Preview (Precious, KZ more)
December 14, 2020 03:00 - 33 minutes - 30.3 MBThe Miami Heat play their first of two preseason games on Monday night, this one against New Orleans. So how will Erik Spoelstra approach them? For veterans off injuries like Goran Dragic? For young prospects including KZ Okpala and Precious Achiuwa? For newcomers Avery Bradley and Moe Harkless? And is this Kendrick Nunn time? Sponsored by PrizePicks.com (five), Biscayne Bay Brewing and Manscaped.com (5RSN for 15% off) Our Sponsors: * Check out Harry's : harrys.com/FIVE Advertising Inqu...
Miami Heat: Jimmy Butler and Bam Adebayo, ranked
December 10, 2020 03:50 - 50 minutes - 46.3 MBAs expected, Miami Heat stars Jimmy Butler and Bam Adebayo made ESPN.com's list of top NBA players. Were they ranked fairly? Too high? And can Adebayo reach the top 10 someday? Ethan J. Skolnick, Alex Teledo and Greg Sylvander discuss. Sponsored by Manscaped.com (#5RSN), Biscayne Bay Brewing and UBreakWheelFix.com Our Sponsors: * Check out Harry's : harrys.com/FIVE Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Miami Heat: ESPN's 51-100 (Herro, Robinson, Dragic)
December 09, 2020 00:05 - 25 minutes - 23.2 MBESPN.com released the bottom half of its top 100 list, and three of the Miami Heat's players are on it. Were Duncan Robinson, Goran Dragic and Tyler Herro ranked too high or low? And where will Bam Adebayo and Jimmy Butler fit? Sponsored by MyBookie.ag (FIVEONTHEFLOOR) and SafeCubbies.com Our Sponsors: * Check out Harry's : harrys.com/FIVE Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Miami Heat: Jimmy Butler's return, plus Harden, Giannis
December 08, 2020 02:05 - 42 minutes - 38.6 MBAfter Jimmy Butler speaks to the media for the first time in training camp, Ethan J. Skolnick, Alex Toledo and Greg Sylvander are joined by Adam Borai to discuss Butler's comments, and whether the Heat will load manage his playing time this season. Then Adam makes an announcement about a new vehicle on Five Reasons Sports... and the group gets into the James Harden flakeout in Houston, and whether Giannis will ever really sign his extension. Sponsored by PrizePicks.com (five), SafeCubbies....
Miami Heat: Evaluating Avery Bradley & Moe Harkless
December 07, 2020 02:39 - 40 minutes - 37.1 MBNekias Duncan (BasketballNews.com) joins Ethan Skolnick, Greg Sylvander and Alex Toledo to break down what newcomers Avery Bradley and Moe Harkless provide on defense and offense, how they might fit with holdover Heat players and whether they will be sticking around beyond this season. Sponsored by: Manscaped.com (5RSN for 15% off) MarcBrownPa.com ($295 closing fee by mentioning 5 Reasons) MyBookie.ag (specials when using FIVEONTHEFLOOR code) Our Sponsors: * Check out Harry's : harrys.c...
Miami Heat #FloorsYours: First week of training camp
December 04, 2020 17:03 - 33 minutes - 30.4 MBEthan, Alex, Alf and Greg get together on the Five Reasons YouTube channel for their weekly interaction with listeners and viewers. They discuss the first week of Miami Heat training camp, and the John Wall for Russell Westbrook trade that could affect Bradley Beal. Warning: these episodes are usually looser than our typical podcasts. Sponsored by Biscayne Bay Brewing company and PrizePicks.com ("five") Our Sponsors: * Check out Harry's : harrys.com/FIVE Advertising Inquiries: https://r...
Miami Heat: Conversation with Bernie Lee, Jimmy Butler's agent
December 03, 2020 01:37 - 51 minutes - 47.3 MBWho is Jimmy Butler, and how did he get here? Ethan Skolnick and Alphonse Sidney speak with Bernie Lee, the agent for Butler, about Butler's new shoe deal with Li Ning, how the deal to the Heat went down, and his relationships with Erik Spoelstra, Pat Riley, Bam Adebayo, Goran Dragic and more. And memes. Lots of memes. Sponsored by FiveReasonsRealtor.com, SafeCubbies.com, BtrPay.com and Biscayne Bay Brewing. Our Sponsors: * Check out Harry's : harrys.com/FIVE Advertising Inquiries: htt...
Miami Heat: Is the Giannis Dream Over?
December 01, 2020 03:01 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MBAs more reports surface that Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokoumnpo will re-sign with the Milwaukee Bucks for the SuperMax, the question becomes: Where do the Heat go with their master plan? And did we all get expectations too high? Ethan Skolnick, Greg Sylvander and Alphonse Sidney discuss, and Alf closes with an all-time rant. Sponsored by SafeCubbies.com, OneCallLegal.com (Seltzer Mayberg) and UBreakWheelFix.com (15% off with code FIVEREASONS) Our Sponsors: * Check out Harry's :...
Miami Heat: Are they Top 5 in NBA?
November 30, 2020 01:07 - 49 minutes - 45.7 MBWith the offseason ending, and the season starting soon, Ethan Skolnick and Alex Toledo rank the Miami Heat against other top contenders. Lakers? Clippers? Bucks? Raptors? Nets? Nuggets? Where does Miami fit? Then Ethan speaks with Eric Brown (FiveReasonsRealtor.com) about the Bam Adebayo extension and more for a new segment called Value Plays. Also sponsored by PrizePicks.com (five), Biscayne Bay Brewing and BtrPay,com Our Sponsors: * Check out Harry's : harrys.com/FIVE Advertising I...
Miami Heat: What's the new Starting Lineup?
November 27, 2020 12:43 - 29 minutes - 26.7 MBWith Jae Crowder gone -- and Maurice Harkless and Avery Bradley in -- the Miami Heat will have a new starting lineup from the one that advanced to the 2020 NBA Finals. But what will it be? Does Meyers Leonard get his spot back? Bradley in? Or Tyler Herro? Goran Dragic back to the bench? Ethan Skolnick, Alphonse Sidney, Greg Sylvander and Alex Toledo evaluate the options. Sponsored by: Ubreakwheelfix PrizePicks.com (code "five"0 add Manscaped.com Our Sponsors: * Check out Harry's : h...
Miami Heat: Bam Adebayo signs 5-year extension
November 25, 2020 02:26 - 32 minutes - 30 MBIt was either going to be this offseason or next offseason, and Bam Adebayo chose to secure his future now. The Miami Heat All-Star signed a 5-year extension. How does this affect the pursuit of Giannis and other stars? Why are some Heat fans upset, or even panicked? Ethan J. Skolnick, Greg Sylvander and Alex Toledo try to calm everyone down. Sponsored by: SafeCubbies.com MarcBrownPa.com Our Sponsors: * Check out Harry's : harrys.com/FIVE Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/...
Miami Heat: Did the NBA's East Improve?
November 24, 2020 02:50 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MBWith the draft completed, and most free agents gone, it's time to assess the Eastern Conference -- and specifically, the contenders. Ethan, Alex, Greg and Alf discuss the moves made by the Bucks, Celtics, Raptors, Pacers, 76ers and Nets to try to dethrone the Miami Heat as Eastern Conference champions. Sponsored by: SafeCubbies.com BtrPay.com MyBookie.ag (FIVEONTHEFLOOR) Our Sponsors: * Check out Harry's : harrys.com/FIVE Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privac...
Miami Heat: Harkless, Bradley in, Crowder out
November 22, 2020 02:34 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MBAfter a busy second day of free agency, Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander assess the Miami Heat's moves, which included adding veteran forward Mo Harkless and veteran guard Avery Bradley -- while forward Jae Crowder left for Phoenix. Also, is there anything else coming? Sponsored by MyBookie.ag (code FIVEONTHEFLOOR), LuisPeters.com and ChiropracticKeystone.com Our Sponsors: * Check out Harry's : harrys.com/FIVE Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https...
Miami Heat: Eve of Free Agency
November 20, 2020 03:00 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MBAfter the Miami Heat drafted Precious Achiuwa out of Memphis in the first round, it's time to start free agency. Which players will move? Where? Who will be available to the Heat? How will they use the mid-level exception? Will they do a sign-and-trade deal? Ethan Skolnick, Alex Toledo, Greg Sylvander and Adam Borai (@ClutchNBA5R) discuss everyone from Gallinari to Millsap to Hayward. Sponsored by PrizePicks.com (five) and SafeCubbies.com Our Sponsors: * Check out Harry's : harrys.com/FI...
Miami Heat: The 2020 Pick is Precious (Achiuwa)
November 19, 2020 04:11 - 24 minutes - 22.8 MBThe Miami Heat kept their pick at No. 20 and selected Precious Achiuwa, a forward/center prospect from Memphis, who is in the Bam Adebayo mold. Ethan J. Skolnick, Alex Toledo and Greg Sylvander hop off the live stream to discuss Achiuwa -- what he provides, how he might fit, and when he may be ready. Sponsored by: BtrPay.com FiveReasonsRealtor.com UBreakWheelFix.com Our Sponsors: * Check out Harry's : harrys.com/FIVE Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt...
Miami Heat: Wings in the NBA Draft
November 18, 2020 22:25 - 36 minutes - 33.5 MBIn the last of our draft previews, Alex Toledo and Greg Sylvander are joined by Adam Borai (@ClutchNBA5R) to discuss the best wings available, and whether any may be attractive to the Miami Heat. Sponsored by MarcBrownPa.com and Manscaped.com (5RSN) Our Sponsors: * Check out Harry's : harrys.com/FIVE Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Miami Heat: Giannis, Beal, more (with Ashley Nicole Moss)
November 18, 2020 02:42 - 53 minutes - 48.5 MBAs the NBA trading continues, Ethan Skolnick, Alex Toledo and Alphonse Sidney discuss Jrue Holiday to the Milwaukee Bucks and how it affects the Miami Heat. Then they welcome reporter Ashley Nicole Moss, who has been reporting on Heat news a lot this month, to discuss the latest about Giannis, Bradley Beal and more. Sponsored by SafeCubbies.com, Biscayne Bay Brewing and OneCallLegal.com (Seltzer Mayberg law firm) Our Sponsors: * Check out Harry's : harrys.com/FIVE Advertising Inquiries: ...
Miami Heat: Trade Season Starts (CP3, Beal, Tucker, Harden, more)
November 17, 2020 03:45 - 25 minutes - 23.7 MBThe NBA trading season opened Monday, so Ethan Skolnick, Greg Sylvander and Alphonse Sidney discuss all the latest, including the Chris Paul deal to Phoenix and and the possible James Harden deal to Brooklyn. Do the Heat need to go for it now? Sponsored by BtrPay.com and MyBookie.ag (FIVEONTHEFLOOR) Our Sponsors: * Check out Harry's : harrys.com/FIVE Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Miami Heat: Latest Rumors (Matthews, Millsap, Gallinari)
November 16, 2020 04:22 - 27 minutes - 24.8 MBEthan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander give you the latest about several Heat targets, including Danilo Gallinari, Paul Millsap and Wes Matthews, Jr. Also, how does the Nets' James Harden pursuit affect the Heat's plans? More draft episodes this week. Sponsored by PrizePicks.com (five), Biscayne Bay Brewing and FiveReasonsRealtor.com Our Sponsors: * Check out Harry's : harrys.com/FIVE Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Miami Heat: Top Guard Prospects in NBA Draft
November 13, 2020 00:51 - 1 hour - 61.7 MBDo the Heat need another guard? Well, maybe. Depends whether Goran Dragic is back and healthy, if players are acquired via trade or free agency, and if Kendrick Nunn is included in a package. Alex Toledo, Greg Sylvander and Brady Hawk discuss all the prospects who could be around when the Heat are scheduled to pick at No. 20. Sponsored by SafeCubbies.com and Manscaped.com (5RSN for 20% off) Our Sponsors: * Check out Harry's : harrys.com/FIVE Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/b...
Miami Heat#FloorsYours: Harden? Carey? Who else?
November 12, 2020 14:49 - 44 minutes - 41.1 MBIn the latest #FloorsYours on the Five Reasons Sports YouTube channel, Ethan, Alf, Alex and Greg welcome Adam Borai (@ClutchNBA5R) to discuss his report about James Harden putting the Miami Heat on his preferred list if he forces his way out of Houston. They also discuss Greg's report about draft prospect Vernon Carey, Jr. These episodes are looser than the usual podcast episodes. Sponsored by: PrizePicks.com (five) Biscayne Bay Brewing company Our Sponsors: * Check out Harry's : harry...
Miami Heat: Bigs on the Draft Board.
November 11, 2020 02:23 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MBThe Miami Heat have one of the league's best bigs, in Bam Adebayo, but a clear need for support and depth. Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander and "draft guru" Alphonse Sidney evaluate the options in the upcoming draft, including a familiar name. Well, Alf doesn't evaluate anyone. Sponsored by: UBreakWheelFix.com Manscaped.com BtrPay.com OneCallLegal.com Our Sponsors: * Check out Harry's : harrys.com/FIVE Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://red...
Miami Heat: Is the 2020 NBA Draft a Good One?
November 10, 2020 01:18 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MBIn the latest episode of our NBA/Heat draft series, we look at the 2020 NBA Draft. How different is it due to Covid-19? Is it top-heavy? Much difference between pick 15 and 25? Can the Heat get a contributor at pick 20, or should Miami trade out or down? Ethan Skolnick, Alex Toledo, Greg Sylvander and FiveReasonsSports.com contributor Brady Hawk discuss. Sponsored by: PrizePicks.com Biscayne Bay Brewing FiveReasonsRealtor.com BtrPay.com Our Sponsors: * Check out Harry's : ha...
Miami Heat: Recent Draft History & Philosophy
November 09, 2020 02:43 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MBWith the 2020 NBA Draft coming up in less than two weeks, Ethan Skolnick, Greg Sylvander and Alex Toledo look at the Heat's past decade in the NBA Draft -- and how Pat Riley and his staff went from not paying it much mind to repeatedly striking gold. This is the start of our draft series, that will include an examination of this draft class as a whole, and zeroing in on the position groups. Sponsored by: MarcBrownPa.com SafeCubbies.com Manscaped.com (code 5RSN) Note: This was edited ...
#FloorsYours: LaMarcus (and more) wanting Miami Heat? (NSFW)
November 06, 2020 18:41 - 43 minutes - 39.7 MBIn the latest episode of #FloorsYours on our YouTube channel, Ethan, Alf and Alex welcome guest Adam Borai (@ClutchNBA5R) to discuss what he's heard about players -- through free agency or trade -- who want to join the Miami Heat. It's a long list. Sponsored by PrizePicks.com (five) Note: These episodes are looser with format and language than the usual podcast episodes. Our Sponsors: * Check out Harry's : harrys.com/FIVE Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Op...
Miami Heat: Giannis Likes Miami? Jrue on the Block?
November 05, 2020 04:47 - 31 minutes - 29 MBWith reports that the Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo is interested in a trade/extension scenario with the Miami Heat, and others that Jrue Holiday is being shopped by the Pelicans, Ethan, Alex and Greg discuss how each situation presents an opportunity to the Heat. They try to answer the core question of whether it's worth it to make a run at Giannis now, rather than waiting until 2021 free agency -- and whether you would include Tyler Herro in a trade for either Giannis or Jrue. Sponsored b...
Fans at Miami Heat, NBA games? When?
November 04, 2020 12:15 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MBWhile awaiting the election results, Ethan Skolnick and Alphonse Sidney debate a big NBA question: When will fans be back in arenas like American Airlines Arena in Miami, and what will the NBA look like if it's not anytime soon? Note: This was recorded prior to some news about the NBA's plans on Tuesday. Sponsored by Manscaped.com (5RSN) and MyBookie.ag (FIVEONTHEFLOOR) Reposted with edit after 600 downloads. Our Sponsors: * Check out Harry's : harrys.com/FIVE Advertising Inquiries: ht...
Miami Heat: Can They Swipe De'Aaron Fox?
November 03, 2020 02:42 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MBThe Sacramento Kings have been hopeless for more than a decade, with other teams stealing the few talented players they've drafted. Now, starting with Barry Jackson's column and followed by Bam Adebayo's social media activity, there's some buzz about their young, gifted point guard De'Aaron Fox, who is close with Adebayo. Would the Kings deal him? What would it take? Where's the Heat's line? Ethan, Greg and Alex discuss. Sponsored by PrizePicks.com (five) and UBreakWheelFix.com (15% off ...
The Future for Pat Riley... and his Miami Heat
November 02, 2020 01:38 - 53 minutes - 48.6 MBPat Riley has been saying for years that he's year to year, but now it seems like, at age 75, he's ready to stay longer. Ethan J. Skolnick and Alphonse Sidney speak on the reasons and ramifications related to that. What does it mean for the roster? What does it mean for those in the front office -- and on the coaching staff -- who may not feel they can move up? And when does it finally end? Sponsored by PrizePicks.com (code "five"), Biscayne Bay Brewing and FiveReasonsRealtor.com Our...
Miami Heat: Which Free Agents will Pat Riley Retain?
October 29, 2020 01:36 - 26 minutes - 24.5 MBAnother installment of our Pat Riley series: After his press conference, Ethan, Greg and Alex dug into his comments about the Miami Heat's pending free agents. What will Riley and Heat offer Goran Dragic to stay? Jae Crowder? Meyers Leonard? Derrick Jones Jr.? Solomon Hill? Sponsored by: Biscayne Bay Brewing company Seltzer Mayberg law firm (OneCallLegal.com) Our Sponsors: * Check out Harry's : harrys.com/FIVE Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: htt...
Miami Heat: Who's Untouchable for Pat Riley?
October 28, 2020 02:04 - 50 minutes - 46.1 MBIn the second official episode of our reaction series to the Pat Riley press availability, Ethan Skolnick and Alex Toledo try to answer the question: Who will Riley see as untouchable among his young core? They discuss Bam Adebayo, Tyler Herro, Duncan Robinson, Kendrick Nunn and Derrick Jones Jr. Sponsored by Manscaped.com (5RSN), SafeCubbies.com and MarcBrownPa.com (mention 5 Reasons for $295 closing fee) Our Sponsors: * Check out Harry's : harrys.com/FIVE Advertising Inquiries: https...
Miami Heat Offseason: Will Riley Fast Forward or Wait Til 2021?
October 27, 2020 12:24 - 23 minutes - 21.7 MBIn the first of our five official themed Pat Riley press conference episodes, Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander evaluate what the Miami Heat president is clearly grappling with: Treat the Heat like a Finals team and make an offseason strike? Or preserve the 2021 salary cap space at all costs? Sponsored by: OneCallLegal.com MyBookie.ag (FIVEONTHEFLOOR) UBreakWheelFix.com Our Sponsors: * Check out Harry's : harrys.com/FIVE Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privac...
Miami Heat: Pat Riley's Comments Manipulated by Media
October 25, 2020 22:21 - 27 minutes - 37.8 MBIt was a strange Sunday, as Pat Riley's innocuous comments about the NBA Finals -- in which the Miami Heat president gave great credit to the champion Los Angeles Lakers -- were taken out of context by media outlets big and small on social media to create a fake controversy. Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander take listeners through the process of how this happens in the modern media age, and explain what Riley really said, and meant. Our 5-part series on the Riley press conference starts i...
Miami Heat: Pat Riley's Laker Comments Twisted by Media
October 25, 2020 22:21 - 27 minutes - 25.2 MBIt was a strange Sunday, as Pat Riley's innocuous comments about the NBA Finals -- in which the Miami Heat president gave great credit to the champion Los Angeles Lakers -- were taken out of context by media outlets big and small on social media to create a fake controversy. Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander take listeners through the process of how this happens in the modern media age, and explain what Riley really said, and meant. Our 5-part series on the Riley press conference starts i...
Miami Heat #FloorsYours: Bring Your Own Big (NSFW)
October 24, 2020 14:21 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MBIn the latest #FloorsYours on our Five Reasons Sports YouTube channel, Ethan, Alex, Greg and Alf all bring a big to the table, who could help the Miami Heat relatively cheap. It's the great Baynes vs. Noel debate! Sponsored by: Biscayne Bay Brewing Company, PrizePicks.com (five) and Manscaped.com (5RSN) Some parental discretion advised. Our Sponsors: * Check out Harry's : harrys.com/FIVE Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Miami Heat: Can they get Jrue Holiday?
October 22, 2020 03:57 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MBWith the news that friend of Five on the Floor -- and former Heat coach -- Stan Van Gundy will be the coach in New Orleans, Ethan, Alex and Greg revisit the Jrue Holiday conversation. Would Van Gundy and David Griffin trade Holiday? What would the Heat offer? And does it matter that Holiday can extend his contract into 2021-22? Sponsored by: SafeCubbies.com Manscaped.com (5RSN code) Biscayne Bay Brewing company Our Sponsors: * Check out Harry's : harrys.com/FIVE Advertising Inquiries:...
The Miami Heat's 2019-20 Forever Bubble Season
October 21, 2020 12:14 - 42 minutes - 38.6 MBIt didn't end in an NBA title but, by most Miami Heat fans, 2019-20 will never be forgotten. Few seasons in local sports history have had the impact on the community that this one did, even though no one could watch the playoffs in person. Ethan Skolnick and Alphonse Sidney put the Bubble season in perspective, through the eyes of listeners and Twitter followers, and the response to one @5ReasonsSports tweet: "For many, the Miami Heat were about the only good thing about 2020." Sponsored...