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Five On The Floor: Miami Heat/NBA

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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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Jared Greenberg of NBA TV on LeBron, Giannis, more

June 10, 2020 12:08 - 52 minutes - 48.4 MB

We covered the five members of the Miami Heat with the most at stake as the NBA season resumes. What about the rest of the NBA? Jared Greenberg of NBA TV joins with his list. LeBron's on it, of course. And someone on the 76ers. But a couple of the others will surprise. And Heat fans will perk up at the Giannis talk. Sponsored by ChiropracticKeystone.com and ChristophersBakery.com/fivereasons (code fivereasons for 15% off) Our Sponsors: * Check out Harry's : harrys.com/FIVE Advertising...

NBA, Miami Heat: Where do Bam, Butler rank among duos?

June 09, 2020 02:06 - 46 minutes - 42.6 MB

Bam Adebayo and Jimmy Butler developed chemistry this season and helped the Miami Heat surprise toward a top 4 seed in the East. But where do they rank among NBA duos?  Ethan J. Skolnick and Alphonse Sidney are joined by Brady Hawk to discuss his article. The Lakers with LeBron James and Anthony Davis? The Clippers with Kawhi Leonard and Paul George? The Rockets with James Harden and Russell Westbrook? Sponsored by ChiropracticKeystone.com (free 15-minute video or phone consultation by m...

Miami Heat: Who Has The Most At Stake?

June 08, 2020 13:53 - 44 minutes - 40.4 MB

Ethan J. Skolnick, Greg 'Lefty Leif' Sylvander and Alex Toledo hop on to talk about the five Heat personnel with the most at stake with the NBA return and ensuing Playoff run this summer.   Sponsors: MACA.inc (Make America Clean Again) Gonzalez & Tybor (Bankruptcy & Student Loans) Our Sponsors: * Check out Harry's : harrys.com/FIVE Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Miami Heat: Butler, Bam and all are back

June 04, 2020 18:44 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MB

Now that the NBA season is coming back, on July 31, what does it mean for the Miami Heat? Ethan J. Skolnick, Alphonse Sidney and Alex Toledo discuss the 8-game regular season schedule the Heat will likely face, the condition the players may be in, and the matchups they might want. They all cover the meaning of "home court" seeding now that there is none. Sponsored by MacaInc.Net (clean and sanitize your residence or business) and KeystoneChiropractic.com (free 15 minute consultation with ...

The NBA's Back! Sam Amick joins Five on the Floor

June 03, 2020 20:25 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MB

The NBA will return July 31. That will be made official this week with the Board of Governors' vote, but ESPN and others already reported it's a done deal. It's 22 teams, including the Miami Heat, with 8 regular season games prior to a possible play-in tournament and then the playoffs. Sam Amick, national NBA writer for The Athletic, joins Ethan J. Skolnick to discuss the plan and all of its parts. How will various teams be affected? Does LeBron benefit? Miami? Philadelphia? Portland? Spo...

Covid. George Floyd. Should the NBA Come Back?

June 02, 2020 01:58 - 44 minutes - 39.3 MB

First, it was Covid-10. Now, the nation's crisis has gotten worse, after the murder of George Floyd by a police officer in Minneapolis. Ethan J. Skolnick and Alphonse Sidney discuss a serious topic: Should the NBA come back? Are their players' voices needed in this crisis? Or should the league just shelve the season, with more important issues at play? Sponsored by Gonzalez & Tybor law firm (BankruptcyIsGoodForYou.com) and UBreakWheelFix.com (10% 4-wheel refinishing).     

Covid. George Floyd. Should the NBA Come Back?

June 02, 2020 01:58 - 44 minutes - 40.7 MB

First, it was Covid-10. Now, the nation's crisis has gotten worse, after the murder of George Floyd by a police officer in Minneapolis. Ethan J. Skolnick and Alphonse Sidney discuss a serious topic: Should the NBA come back? Are their players' voices needed in this crisis? Or should the league just shelve the season, with more important issues at play? Sponsored by Gonzalez & Tybor law firm (BankruptcyIsGoodForYou.com) and UBreakWheelFix.com (10% 4-wheel refinishing).      Our Sponso...

Miami Heat: Keeping the Fan Favorites?

May 29, 2020 11:31 - 47 minutes - 42.3 MB

Fans fall hard for certain players.  Does that influence the way a team handles them? Ethan J. Skolnick and Alphonse Sidney discuss how the Miami Heat have handled that balance over the years -- focusing now on Tyler Herro, Meyers Leonard and others.  Miami will have difficult decisions to make to build a contender. Who do they keep? Trade? And how will fans feel about it? Sponsored by ChiropracticKeystone.com (free 15 minute video consult by mentioning 5 Reasons) and MacaINC.net 

Miami Heat: Keeping the Fan Favorites?

May 29, 2020 11:31 - 47 minutes - 43.8 MB

Fans fall hard for certain players.  Does that influence the way a team handles them? Ethan J. Skolnick and Alphonse Sidney discuss how the Miami Heat have handled that balance over the years -- focusing now on Tyler Herro, Meyers Leonard and others.  Miami will have difficult decisions to make to build a contender. Who do they keep? Trade? And how will fans feel about it? Sponsored by ChiropracticKeystone.com (free 15 minute video consult by mentioning 5 Reasons) and MacaINC.net  Our S...

Miami Heat: Do they have the NBA's best young core?

May 27, 2020 17:49 - 51 minutes - 47.3 MB

Ethan Skolnick, Alphonse Sidney and Alex Toledo are joined by the youngest Five Reasons Sports contributor, Brady Hawk, to talk about the latest NBA developments and to rank the Miami Heat's young core (Bam, DJJ, Herro, Nunn, KZ) against the rest of the NBA?  Better than New Orleans (Zion)? Dallas (Lukas)? Boston (Brown and Tatum)? Memphis? Atlanta? Phoenix? Sponsored by MacaINC.Net and MrMsSubs.com (15% with code 5R) Our Sponsors: * Check out Harry's : harrys.com/FIVE Advertising Inqui...

Miami Heat: OKC Thunder, Chris Paul first round? Uh oh.

May 26, 2020 04:27 - 44 minutes - 40.6 MB

There continue to be reports about an NBA return in Orlando, and now there's more discussion about seeding the teams 1-16, without conferences. That means the Miami Heat would play the Oklahoma City Thunder in the first round. On paper, that sounds like an OK matchup, but digging deeper, Chris Paul and company would present problems. Ethan Skolnick and Alex Toledo break it down. Sponsored by Bankruptcyisgoodforyou.com and the Lessons Via Leaders podcast. Our Sponsors: * Check out Harry'...

Miami Heat: OKC Thunder, Chris Paul first round? Uh oh.

May 26, 2020 04:27 - 44 minutes - 60.9 MB

There continue to be reports about an NBA return in Orlando, and now there's more discussion about seeding the teams 1-16, without conferences. That means the Miami Heat would play the Oklahoma City Thunder in the first round. On paper, that sounds like an OK matchup, but digging deeper, Chris Paul and company would present problems. Ethan Skolnick and Alex Toledo break it down. Sponsored by Bankruptcyisgoodforyou.com and the Lessons Via Leaders podcast.

NBA: Last Thoughts on Michael Jordan's Last Dance

May 22, 2020 14:37 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MB

Greg Sylvander joins Ethan Skolnick, Alphonse Sidney and Alex Toledo to discuss the entire 10-part series The Last Dance, about Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls. How legitimate was it? How biased? What did we all learn about the NBA then and now? And how would life for the Miami Heat have been different without MJ around? Sponsored by UBreakItWheelFixIt.com and OneCallLegal.com Our Sponsors: * Check out Harry's : harrys.com/FIVE Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands ...

Keith Smith on the NBA's Orlando return plan

May 21, 2020 03:10 - 51 minutes - 47.3 MB

Keith Smith of Yahoo! Sports may have willed it into existence. He wrote a month ago that the NBA should consider Orlando's Wide World of Sports as a site for its 2019-20 season return. Now that site appears to be the frontrunner.  Ethan Skolnick and Alex Toledo speak to Smith about all the developments.  How would it work? Who would compete? How would they stay safe? What will it mean for the salary cap, and players like Giannis, Anthony Davis, Blake Griffin, John Wall, Chris Paul and mo...

Miami Heat: NBA Awards for Bam Adebayo and Jimmy Butler?

May 20, 2020 14:30 - 43 minutes - 39.7 MB

We hope the NBA season isn't over. But if it is, some Miami Heat players are in contention for awards. We discuss two of those honors, Most Improved Player (Bam Adebayo, Duncan Robinson) and the All-NBA teams (Bam and Jimmy Butler). What are their chances? What biases may work against them?  Ethan, Alex and Alf are joined by mega-Heat fan Luis Peters of LuisPeters.com (State Farm) Also sponsored by Dr. Jonathan Chung of ChiropracticKeystone.com (free 15-minute consultation by mentioning ...

Miami Heat, NBA: Dwyane Wade disrespected by ESPN list?

May 18, 2020 03:38 - 1 hour - 97.6 MB

ESPN has released its list of the top 74 players in NBA history... and we have some questions. Ethan J. Skolnick and Alex Toledo are joined by resident Five Reasons Sports NBA historian Ricky J. Marc to review the selections, starting with Dwyane Wade but also focusing on the other five players on the Heat (Shaquille O'Neal, LeBron James, Alonzo Mourning, etc.) who played for the Heat.  Sure seems like a lot of Boston Celtics bias on there. And what's Wade doing so far ehind Jerry West? S...

Miami Heat, NBA: Dwyane Wade disrespected by ESPN list?

May 18, 2020 03:38 - 1 hour - 65 MB

ESPN has released its list of the top 74 players in NBA history... and we have some questions. Ethan J. Skolnick and Alex Toledo are joined by resident Five Reasons Sports NBA historian Ricky J. Marc to review the selections, starting with Dwyane Wade but also focusing on the other five players on the Heat (Shaquille O'Neal, LeBron James, Alonzo Mourning, etc.) who played for the Heat.  Sure seems like a lot of Boston Celtics bias on there. And what's Wade doing so far ehind Jerry West? S...

NBA, Miami Heat: Season coming? And Pat Riley vs. Phil Jackson

May 14, 2020 23:00 - 1 hour - 54.6 MB

In a double episode, Ethan J. Skolnick and Alphonse Sidney discuss the latest developments in the NBA talks toward playing this season. Things sound.... promising, especially with LeBron James involved.  Then they are joined by Will Weinraub of the Lessons Via Leaders podcast to discuss the differences in leadership styles between coaches, specifically Pat Riley and Phil Jackson. How would each have handled the other's superstars? Sponsored also by Seltzer Mayberg law firm (OneCallLegal.co...

NBA, Miami Heat: Season coming? And Pat Riley vs. Phil Jackson

May 14, 2020 23:00 - 1 hour - 55.1 MB

In a double episode, Ethan J. Skolnick and Alphonse Sidney discuss the latest developments in the NBA talks toward playing this season. Things sound.... promising, especially with LeBron James involved.  Then they are joined by Will Weinraub of the Lessons Via Leaders podcast to discuss the differences in leadership styles between coaches, specifically Pat Riley and Phil Jackson. How would each have handled the other's superstars? Sponsored also by Seltzer Mayberg law firm (OneCallLegal.co...

Miami Heat: Keith Askins, Original Heat Lifer

May 13, 2020 14:47 - 1 hour - 60.5 MB

In the latest edition of the Miami Heat Stories series, Ethan J. Skolnick and Alex Toledo are joined by former Heat player (1990-99) and current Heat scouting director Keith Askins. They discuss his signing with the Heat as an undrafted free agent, his role before Pat Riley arrived, the Heat's transformation in the Riley era, some highlights from the Big 3 era (when Askins was an assistant) and the differences between the 1990s and today's game -- including what it was like to defend Michae...

Miami Heat: Keith Askins, Original Heat Lifer

May 13, 2020 14:47 - 1 hour - 90.8 MB

In the latest edition of the Miami Heat Stories series, Ethan J. Skolnick and Alex Toledo are joined by former Heat player (1990-99) and current Heat scouting director Keith Askins. They discuss his signing with the Heat as an undrafted free agent, his role before Pat Riley arrived, the Heat's transformation in the Riley era, some highlights from the Big 3 era (when Askins was an assistant) and the differences between the 1990s and today's game -- including what it was like to defend Michae...

NBA: LeBron and Jordan... in each other's eras

May 11, 2020 20:55 - 32 minutes - 45.3 MB

After episodes 7 and 8 of the ESPN documentary #TheLastDance, Ethan J. Skolnick and Alex Toledo discuss Michael Jordan and LeBron James, with Ethan sharing stories of his 1-on-1 interactions with LeBron.  Whose personality and leadership approach would work better in the other era?  Jordan's demanding nature... now? Or LeBron's more collective manner... then? Sponsored by Gonzalez & Tybor law firm (Bankruptcyisgoodforyou.com) and Keystone Chiropractic (ChiropracticKeystone.com). Mention ...

NBA: LeBron and Jordan... in each other's eras

May 11, 2020 20:55 - 32 minutes - 30.2 MB

After episodes 7 and 8 of the ESPN documentary #TheLastDance, Ethan J. Skolnick and Alex Toledo discuss Michael Jordan and LeBron James, with Ethan sharing stories of his 1-on-1 interactions with LeBron.  Whose personality and leadership approach would work better in the other era?  Jordan's demanding nature... now? Or LeBron's more collective manner... then? Sponsored by Gonzalez & Tybor law firm (Bankruptcyisgoodforyou.com) and Keystone Chiropractic (ChiropracticKeystone.com). Mention ...

Miami Heat: How would Heat-Bucks have gone?

May 08, 2020 00:25 - 40 minutes - 36.7 MB

After Ethan J. Skolnick appeared on Daniel Healy's Essex-based Miami Heat podcast, Healy (@TheMiamiHeatUK) returns the favor as they discuss: -- How Healy became an obsessed Heat fan so late in the game -- How the Heat are received in the United Kingdom -- How the Heat-Bucks series would have worked out? -- Some Big 3 moments that Healy may have missed... -- Hassan Whiteside and Tyler Johnson. (Yes, we did.)  Sponsored by ChiropracticKeystone.com and OneCallLegal.com (Seltzer Mayberg) ...

Miami Heat: How would Heat-Bucks have gone?

May 08, 2020 00:25 - 40 minutes - 55.1 MB

After Ethan J. Skolnick appeared on Daniel Healy's Essex-based Miami Heat podcast, Healy (@TheMiamiHeatUK) returns the favor as they discuss: -- How Healy became an obsessed Heat fan so late in the game -- How the Heat are received in the United Kingdom -- How the Heat-Bucks series would have worked out? -- Some Big 3 moments that Healy may have missed... -- Hassan Whiteside and Tyler Johnson. (Yes, we did.)  Sponsored by ChiropracticKeystone.com and OneCallLegal.com (Seltzer Mayberg) ...

Miami Heat/NBA: Start, Bench, Cut!

May 06, 2020 12:15 - 1 hour - 92.9 MB

After discussing the latest news about the NBA's return -- with some inside info from Ethan J. Skolnick -- the guys start Start, Bench, Cut with great NBA players of the past and future. (Hat tip to @TheNBACentral). MJ, Kareem, Hakeem, Mailman, Sir Charles and more are debated in 8 different combinations.  They are joined by mega-Miami Heat fan Courteney Harris, whose Christopher's Bakery is one of the Five on the Floor sponsors. You can order delicious @NillaWaferCakes at ChristophersBaker...

Miami Heat/NBA: Start, Bench, Cut!

May 06, 2020 12:15 - 1 hour - 61.9 MB

After discussing the latest news about the NBA's return -- with some inside info from Ethan J. Skolnick -- the guys start Start, Bench, Cut with great NBA players of the past and future. (Hat tip to @TheNBACentral). MJ, Kareem, Hakeem, Mailman, Sir Charles and more are debated in 8 different combinations.  They are joined by mega-Miami Heat fan Courteney Harris, whose Christopher's Bakery is one of the Five on the Floor sponsors. You can order delicious @NillaWaferCakes at ChristophersBaker...

Miami Heat: Paul Pierce's comments, Victor Oladipo's availability?

May 04, 2020 12:05 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MB

Paul Pierce can't seem to get over the Miami Heat. He disparaged them this week. But is he right? And with the struggles of the Indiana Pacers ownership during Coronavirus, is it more likely that Victor Oladipo or Myles Turner becomes an option for Miami? Ethan J. Skolnick, Alex Toledo and Alphonse Sidney discuss. Sponsored by MACAINC.Net and ChristophersBakery.com/fivereasons (code fivereasons for 15% off) Our Sponsors: * Check out Harry's : harrys.com/FIVE Advertising Inquiries: https:...

Miami Heat: Pat Riley's Optimism and the NBA's Plan

April 30, 2020 20:28 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MB

Miami Heat president Pat Riley appeared on the organization's platforms to speak about the team, where it was this season, and where it may be going. Meanwhile, the NBA started discussing a plan to continue the 2019-20 season in Orlando. Ethan J. Skolnick and Alex Toledo discuss. Check out FiveReasonsSports.com (free). Support our sponsors Gonzalez & Tybor (bankruptcyisgoodforyou.com) and Greenview Construction's Making America Clean Again (MACAINC.net)     Our Sponsors: * Check out Ha...

Miami Heat: Dwyane Wade vs. Aaron Gordon, Tua's #, Last Dance

April 29, 2020 21:04 - 1 hour - 55.1 MB

The crew is back to discuss three NBA/Heat related topics   -- Should rookie Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa pick No. 3, after Dwyane Wade welcomed him to South Florida?   -- What was Aaron Gordon thinking, coming at Wade in a diss rap?   -- Thoughts on episodes 3 and 4 of #TheLastDance, and what would Dennis Rodman do in today's NBA.   Sponsored by Lessons Via Leaders podcast and Christopher's Bakery (use fivereasons code at ChristophersBakery.com/fivereasons for 15% off) Our Sponsors: ...

Spotlight: Mindin Our Business with Jax and Windy (Season 2, Ep 4)

April 29, 2020 14:05 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MB

We again turn over the feed to Mindin Our Business with Jason Jackson and UM professor Windy Dees.   They discuss:   -- NFL Draft - viewership, ads sold & $100M raised for COVID-19 relief -- The Last Dance viewership -- ARod & JLo possibly owning the Mets -- USOC cost cutting -- Virus impact on travel sports Our Sponsors: * Check out Harry's : harrys.com/FIVE Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Miami Heat/Dolphins: Will Tua Take Over Miami?

April 27, 2020 09:08 - 41 minutes - 38.2 MB

South Florida was a football market forever.... and then it wasn't. The younger generation has gravitated toward the Miami Heat, because they've been compelling winners while the Dolphins have typically been dull losers.   Now that may change. The Dolphins just had a seemingly terrific draft, headed by former Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa. So can Tua turn the tide? And who on the Heat can compete with him for the top spot among the most popular local pro athletes? Jimmy? Bam? Herro? Or s...

Miami Heat: Shane Battier conversation (Heat Stories)

April 23, 2020 00:41 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MB

In the latest installment of our Miami Heat Stories series, current Heat executive Shane Battier reflects on his three seasons with the team on the court -- before retiring in 2014. Ethan J. Skolnick and Shane discuss his decision to join the Heat, his first championship run, his infamous speech in Toronto, his Horsetronaut costume, his relationship with LeBron James and Dwyane Wade, and more. Much you haven't heard from one of the smartest men in the league. Check out previous Heat Storie...

Spo Talk + The Last Dance (Parts 1 & 2)

April 21, 2020 21:24 - 1 hour - 60.4 MB

After the first airing of ESPN's The Last Dance on Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls dynasty, the Five on the Floor crew (Ethan Skolnick, Alphonse Sidney, Alex Toledo) compare players and eras.   But they start with some random conversation about Erik Spoelstra and the Big 3 Heat, as we get the Shane Battier episode ready to post later this week.   Sponsored by ApolloLeaf.com (code HEAT for 25% off) and ChristophersBakery.com/fivereasons (code fivereasons for 15% off) Our Sponsors: * Chec...

Miami Heat: Eric Reid on the 2019-20 season

April 19, 2020 16:01 - 54 minutes - 49.9 MB

Ethan J. Skolnick and Alex Toledo were privileged to be joined for a second time by Miami Heat play-by-play man Eric Reid to discuss: -- His 2019-20 season predictions (Bam, Jimmy Butler, Kendrick Nunn, Justise Winslow, Tyler Herro) and how they played out -- The day the NBA stopped -- How he's handling the shutdown -- Which of the Five on the Floor Miami Heat all-time teams is best And More. Sponsored by KeystoneChiropractic.com …. LuisPeters.com (State Farm) … and the Lessons Via Lea...

Miami Heat: Eric Reid on the 2019-20 season

April 19, 2020 16:01 - 54 minutes - 74.9 MB

Ethan J. Skolnick and Alex Toledo were privileged to be joined for a second time by Miami Heat play-by-play man Eric Reid to discuss: -- His 2019-20 season predictions (Bam, Jimmy Butler, Kendrick Nunn, Justise Winslow, Tyler Herro) and how they played out -- The day the NBA stopped -- How he's handling the shutdown -- Which of the Five on the Floor Miami Heat all-time teams is best And More. Sponsored by KeystoneChiropractic.com …. LuisPeters.com (State Farm) … and the Lessons Via Lea...

Miami Heat: Big 3 Era Disrespect (LeBron, Wade, Bosh)

April 16, 2020 12:45 - 41 minutes - 38.4 MB

They were the biggest team in the world for four years.  But now, so many in the national NBA media seem to have forgotten what LeBron James, Dwyane Wade, Chris Bosh and others did with the Miami Heat from 2010-2014. The latest is a Bleacher Report post that omitted them from the top 10 starting lineups of the past 20 years. Ethan J. Skolnick and Alphonse Sidney discuss this... and the Rookie of the Year conversation about Kendrick Nunn and the Grizzlies' Ja Morant. Sponsored by Christop...

Miami Heat: Donovan Mitchell? Rudy Gobert? (+ a Heat/Lakers champions debate)

April 15, 2020 00:45 - 38 minutes - 35.2 MB

Donovan Mitchell and Rudy Gobert are reportedly feuding after the Utah Jazz co-stars both contracted Coronavirus. If they can't repair the relationship, and the Jazz split them up, would either make sense for the Miami Heat?  Ethan Skolnick and Alex Toledo discuss. Then they turn their attention to a Twitter debate: the 2006 Miami Heat or the 2009 Los Angeles Lakers? Sponsored by LuisPeters.com (State Farm agent in Miami) and KeystoneChiropractic.com (Mention 5 Reasons for a free 15-minut...

Spotlight ep 3: Mindin Our Business w/ Jax and Windy (NBA, college football)

April 14, 2020 09:30 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MB

We again share the Five on the Floor feed with University of Miami professor Windy Dees and Miami Heat sideline host Jason Jackson, who discuss sports business topics: -- The NBA's May 1 target -- Wimbledon's insurance windfall -- WNBA's opportunity (Ruth Riley Hunter stops by) -- Cities bracing for the loss of major events -- What would no college football in 2020 mean?   Our Sponsors: * Check out Harry's : harrys.com/FIVE Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy...

Miami Heat: How can the Miami Dolphins emulate them?

April 13, 2020 16:27 - 44 minutes - 41.1 MB

Crossover episode! Ethan J. Skolnick is joined by Alfredo Arteaga, one of the hosts of our popular 3 Yards Per Carry podcast to discuss how the Miami Dolphins can finally emulate the model of Pat Riley and the Miami Heat. We discuss all the attempts (Jimmy Johnson, Nick Saban, Bill Parcells) and what Riley would do in the draft if he had all the assets that Dolphins GM Chris Grier does. Is Brian Flores the Dolphins' Riley? Will this ever be a football town again? Or are the Heat too entrenc...

Jorge Sedano judges our All-Time Miami Heat Draft

April 09, 2020 22:19 - 1 hour - 85.7 MB

ESPN's Jorge Sedano comes on with Ethan J. Skolnick, Alphonse Sidney and Alex Toledo to go over the three all-time Heat teams we drafted. Lots of stories were told about the players involved, and there may have been someone who was swept out of the conversation before Sedano decided who would win in a 7 game series.   Sponsored by: Making America Clean Again (MACAInc.net) Keystone Chiropractic (ChiropracticKeystone.com) LuisPeters.com (State Farm Insurance Agent) SmartyPantzMarketing.co...

Miami Heat: All-Time Draft. The Reserves!

April 08, 2020 00:20 - 1 hour - 62.5 MB

The starters are set... kind of. Now, the three main hosts of Five on the Floor (Ethan Skolnick, Alphonse Sidney, Alex Toledo) fill out their rosters from the 30 players in the pool.... and a few wild cards. Where does Mario Chalmers go? Udonis Haslem? Antoine Walker? And is that a Dion Waiters signing? And how will LeBron and Wade and Zo feel about their "teammates"? Next: Jorge Sedano will rank the three complete teams. Check out FiveReasonsSports.com Sponsors: LuisPeters.com (State F...

Miami Heat: All-Time Draft. The Reserves!

April 08, 2020 00:20 - 1 hour - 93.7 MB

The starters are set... kind of. Now, the three main hosts of Five on the Floor (Ethan Skolnick, Alphonse Sidney, Alex Toledo) fill out their rosters from the 30 players in the pool.... and a few wild cards. Where does Mario Chalmers go? Udonis Haslem? Antoine Walker? And is that a Dion Waiters signing? And how will LeBron and Wade and Zo feel about their "teammates"? Next: Jorge Sedano will rank the three complete teams. Check out FiveReasonsSports.com Sponsors: LuisPeters.com (State F...

Spotlight Episode: Mindin Our Business on NBA, NCAA, more

April 07, 2020 11:05 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MB

Jason Jackson (@TheJaxShow) and Windy Dees (@GetDeesTweets) are back for another episode of Mindin Our Business on the Five on the Floor feed. Topics: The NCAA reality The MLS and NCAA pay cuts The Toronto event ban The NBA negotiations with the NBPA Television ad spending   Look for a new episode of Five on the Floor later in the day.  TV add spending Our Sponsors: * Check out Harry's : harrys.com/FIVE Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https...

Spotlight Episode: Mindin Our Business on NBA, NCAA, more

April 07, 2020 11:05 - 29 minutes - 11.9 MB

Jason Jackson (@TheJaxShow) and Windy Dees (@GetDeesTweets) are back for another episode of Mindin Our Business on the Five on the Floor feed. Topics: The NCAA reality The MLS and NCAA pay cuts The Toronto event ban The NBA negotiations with the NBPA Television ad spending   Look for a new episode of Five on the Floor later in the day.  TV add spending

Miami Heat, NBA, Corona: It's a Bleepshow

April 06, 2020 11:14 - 41 minutes - 36 MB

What's the fifth stage? Acceptance? The crew at Five on the Floor are almost there. Ethan J. Skolnick, Alphonse Sidney and Alex Toledo contemplate the possibility that not only is the 2019-20 season over, but 2020-21 is in jeopardy also due to Coronavirus. We look at many of the possible ramifications, including some you may not have thought about. Sponsored by ApolloLeaf.com CBD products and Gonzalez & Tybor bankruptcy attorneys (bankruptcyisgood4u.com).  To advertise, email fivereasons...

Miami Heat, NBA, Corona: It's a Bleepshow

April 06, 2020 11:14 - 41 minutes - 37.8 MB

What's the fifth stage? Acceptance? The crew at Five on the Floor are almost there. Ethan J. Skolnick, Alphonse Sidney and Alex Toledo contemplate the possibility that not only is the 2019-20 season over, but 2020-21 is in jeopardy also due to Coronavirus. We look at many of the possible ramifications, including some you may not have thought about. Sponsored by ApolloLeaf.com CBD products and Gonzalez & Tybor bankruptcy attorneys (bankruptcyisgood4u.com).  To advertise, email fivereasons...

Miami Heat w/ Zach Buckley: Where's Bam, Others in NBA's Top 25 Under 25

April 03, 2020 11:25 - 39 minutes - 35.9 MB

Zach Buckley, who has covered the Miami Heat and the NBA for Bleacher Report, recently wrote a piece ranking the NBA's top 25 players under 25 years old.  Of course, he has Zion, Luka, Jayson Tatum, KAT, Ja Morant and others. Where's Bam Adebayo on his list? Tyler Herro? Duncan Robinson? A thorough breakdown of the NBA's future. Sponsored by Keystone Chiropractic, and Dr. Jon Chung (mention 5 Reasons for a free 15-minute phone or video consultation) Our Sponsors: * Check out Harry's : ...

Miami Heat: What's Next? (Season Scenarios... & Micky Arison's Trouble w/ Windy Dees)

April 02, 2020 12:04 - 38 minutes - 34.9 MB

Special double episode!  Alphonse Sidney and Alex Toledo join Ethan J. Skolnick to discuss Erik Spoelstra's conference call with media and what he's doing to keep players and coaches sharp. We also rate the best scenarios for the NBA to resume its season, including 2-of-3 series, a tournament in Las Vegas, no fan games and more. Then Windy Dees (UM professor and co-host of the Mindin Our Business podcast) joins Ethan to talk about the effects of Coronavirus on Heat owner Micky Arison and h...

Miami Heat: Goran Dragic call on Coronavirus shutdown

April 01, 2020 17:09 - 16 minutes - 15.1 MB

As the Cororavirus delay continues, the Miami Heat set up a conference call with point guard Goran Dragic to discuss how he's handling it... and what the team is doing to keep players sharp. Sponsored by Keystone Chiropractic, which can provide treatment through telemedicine, right inside your home. Mention 5 Reasons for a free 15-minute consultation.  www.chiropractickeystone.com  Also, go to Heat.com/Donate to help with the Heat's initiatives.  Our Sponsors: * Check out Harry's : harry...

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