Five On The Floor: Miami Heat/NBA
Miami Heat and NBA insider podcast hosted by Ethan Skolnick with Alex Toledo, Greg Sylvander and prominent guests. This is the new flagship of the Five Reasons Sports Network.
Episodes
Miami Heat: Sifting through potential 2nd round options
Brady Hawk and Alex Toledo continue their NBA Draft series, this time going through a variety of different positions with the upcoming class of 2nd round players.Sponsors: • PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)Follow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/ethan-skolnick• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/alex-tol• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/au
Tony Fiorentino on the Knicks in NBA Finals, the Heat, and Heat camps
Former Heat assistant and broadcaster Tony Fiorentino joins Ethan Skolnick to discuss the Heat camp summer season, the NBA Finals and more. Sponsors: • PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)• QUINCE.com (code: ONTHEFLOOR)Follow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/ethan-skolnick• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/alex-tol• https://www.si.com/nb
Will Manso on the Heat's new TV deal, Giannis pursuit
Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander are joined by Will Manso of WPLG-10 to discuss the Heat's new over-the-air broadcast deal, as well as the state of the team... and the push for a star to make everything interesting again.Sponsors: • PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)• QUINCE.com (code: ONTHEFLOOR)Follow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/aut
Latest on Giannis: The Portis Factor and the Celtics report
With the Miami Heat still projected to get Giannis Antekounmpo, there were a couple of reports that made fans squirm. Ethan Skolnick and Alex Toledo discuss what it would mean for the Bucks to include Bobby Portis in a trade.... and Bill Simmons's change of heart about the Boston Celtics's involvement.Sponsors: • PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)• QUINCE.com (code: ONTHEFLOOR)Follow Ethan, Alex
The type of player Giannis Antetokounmpo is now
This time, Brady Hawk weighs in with Ethan Skolnick about the level that Giannis is still playing at, how he would fit with the Heat's core players, and what the potential would be.Sponsors: • PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)• QUINCE.com (code: ONTHEFLOOR)Follow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/ethan-skolnick• https://www.si.com/nb
Miami Heat: Free agent options to add to Giannis
Ethan Skolnick and Alex Toledo try not to jump the gun -- but still go through the list of pending free agents (from Coby White to Luke Kennard and beyond) to evaluate who might fit the Miami Heat and at what price point, should the team acquire Giannis Antetokounmpo. Sponsors:• PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)• QUINCE.com (code: ONTHEFLOOR)Follow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustra
Would getting Giannis justify other Miami Heat decisions?
As the Heat continue to be considered the leaders for Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo, Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander reflect on other deals -- extensions or trades -- that the Heat didn't do. What's the correlation to the Giannis deal? Will that pay off now?Sponsors: • PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)• QUINCE.com (code: ONTHEFLOOR)Follow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports
Where Giannis ranks among Heat's historical targets?
The Miami Heat have landed plenty of huge stars in their history, even if you need to go back a bit. Ethan Skolnick and Sean Rochester assess where Giannis Antetokounmpo is in his career, and compare to Shaquille O'Neal, Alonzo Mourning, Jimmy Butler and others.Sponsors: • PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)• Real Merchant ServicesFollow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!
The potential aftermath of not getting Giannis
So what if it doesn't happen? What if the Heat can't acquire Giannis Antetokounmpo? How do they bring back many of the same players who were almost dealt for him? Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander discuss the possible ramifications.Sponsors: • PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)• Real Merchant ServicesFollow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!• https://www.si.com/nba/h
How to alleviate Giannis's concerns about the Miami Heat roster
With Sam Amick reporting that Giannis Antetokounmpo has some worries about what the Miami Heat will have left after dealing for him, Ethan Skolnick and Alex Toledo look at ways the Heat can put a competent rotation together -- even in the worst-case give-everything trade scenario.Sponsors: • PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)• Real Merchant ServicesFollow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Il
What Miami Heat can take from these NBA Finals
With the Knicks now leading 1-0 against the Spurs, Ethan Skolnick and Eternal Bast discuss the ways that the two Finals entrants built their teams, and if the Heat can emulate either. Sponsors: • PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)• Real Merchant ServicesFollow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/ethan-skolnick• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/a
Dissecting The Athletic's View of the Heat's Giannis Chances
Two of the reporters who know Giannis Antetokounmpo, Eric Nehm and Sam Amick, posted an encouraging story for Miami Heat fans, when it comes to the pursuit of the star. Ethan Skolnick and Alex Toledo discuss the story.Sponsors: • PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)• Real Merchant ServicesFollow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/ethan-skoln
Would a Giannis trade leave the Heat with too little?
As the Miami Heat continue to pursue Giannis Antetokounmpo, some in our group on the Five Reasons Sports NBA side are concerned that the roster that's left over might not be enough to contend. Ethan Skolnick brings on Matt Hanifan of 5RSN and OnSI to share that perspective.Sponsors: • PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)• Real Merchant ServicesFollow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illus
Miami Heat: Assessing the first round bigs in the NBA Draft
Brady Hawk and Alex Toledo go over the class of big men projected to go in the first round of the NBA Draft.Sponsors: • PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)Follow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/ethan-skolnick• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/alex-tol• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/brady-hawkJoin us on our Off The Floor Discord se
Giannis pursuit: How the increased draft pick value could impact an offer
With the NBA changing the rules on the lottery, the Miami Heat's picks could be more valuable. Ethan Skolnick is joined by Greg Sylvander and Digital Adel to discuss what changes in a potential Giannis offer, and also for the Heat on the court.Sponsors: • PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)• Real Merchant ServicesFollow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!• https://www.si.c
How the Orlando Magic coaching hire could affect Heat, Giannis, more
The Orlando Magic hired Sean Sweeney, an assist of the Spurs -- and it could have some impact on Miami. Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander explain.Sponsors: • PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)• Real Merchant ServicesFollow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/ethan-skolnick• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/alex-tol• https://www.si.com/nba
Giannis or Not? What Are the Miami Heat's Alternative Options?
Another spin on the Giannis topic. This time, semi-skeptics Bryan Fonseca and Eternal Bast join to chart other courses for the Heat, rather than going all-in on Giannis Antetokounmpo.Sponsors: • PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)• Real Merchant ServicesFollow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/ethan-skolnick• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/au
Miami Heat offseason: Consider a Plan B other than Giannis?
After Ira Winderman of the Sun-Sentinel made some comments about the Heat possibly looking at Kawhi Leonard and Ja Morant if they can't get Giannis Antetokounmpo, Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander explore the comparative value of that course.Sponsors: • PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)• Real Merchant ServicesFollow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!• https://www.si.com
Miami Heat: Evaluating the wings in the NBA Draft
Brady Hawk and Alex Toledo come together for the second part of their NBA Draft series, going over the different types of wings [mostly] projected to go in the first round.Sponsors: • PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)Follow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/ethan-skolnick• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/alex-tol• https://www.si.com/n
Is the Heat's offer for Giannis truly final?
After perhaps some misinterpretation of a Barry Jackson tweet, Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander discuss how NBA negotiations typically work, and may be working in the case of the pursuit of Giannis Antetokounmpo. Sponsors: • PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)• Real Merchant ServicesFollow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/ethan-skolnick•
Which unrestricted free agents the Miami Heat can target
As the Miami Heat still make a run at Giannis, there are free agents they could pursue with their exceptions to supplement the roster without or especially with him. Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander use Bobby Marks's list as a template to assess who might fit.Sponsors: • PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)• Real Merchant ServicesFollow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!•
Evaluating the Giannis report out of Milwaukee
A report by a former Milwaukee Bucks beat writer, who is still connected with the team, got some attention on social media. Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander break down the particulars and possibilities.Sponsors: • PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)• Real Merchant ServicesFollow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/ethan-skolnick• https://ww
Miami Heat: Navigating a stacked first round guard class
Brady Hawk and Alex Toledo come together to go over the loaded group of first round guards in the 2026 NBA Draft, with a focus on who might be available for the Heat at pick #13. Featuring: Mikel Brown Jr., Labaron Philon, Brayden Burries, Cameron Carr, Ebuka Okorie, Christian Anderson & Bennett Stirtz.Sponsors: • PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)Follow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports
Keith Smith on the Miami Heat's offseason options, plan
Ethan Skolnick and Eternal Bast are joined by Keith Smith of Spotrac to discuss his recent assessment of the Miami Heat's offseason salary cap sheet and possible plans, including the pursuit of Giannis Antetokounmpo. Sponsors: • PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)• Real Merchant ServicesFollow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/ethan-sk
Markus Schulz, famed E11even & worldwide DJ, on the Miami Heat's "buzz"
Ethan invites Miami Heat fan Markus Schulz, one of the best known DJ's in Miami or anywhere, to join Five on the Floor to give his thoughts on how the Heat get back to being the entertainment touchtone they've often been during the past 30 years. Sponsors: • PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)Follow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/autho
Miami Heat: Does watching Wemby and the WCF change the approach?
The San Antonio Spurs & Oklahoma City Thunder had a matchup for the ages in Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals. The Spurs won behind a breathtaking performance from Victor Wembanyama.Greg Sylvander & Brady Hawk discuss the viability of competing against the Spurs or Thunder and if Bam Adebayo and Giannis Antetokounmpo are the type of duo that would stand the best chance at matching up
A best-case Miami Heat build around Giannis?
Alex Toledo brings a slightly different concept for a Miami Heat offer to Giannis Antetokounmpo, with corresponding moves to make the Heat instantly competitive. Ethan Skolnick hosts.Sponsors: • PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)• Real Merchant ServicesFollow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/ethan-skolnick• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/au
How can the Miami Heat compete with OKC, Spurs juggernauts
The Miami Heat need to start building something. But how do you do that when teams like the Western Conference finalist Spurs and Thunder are already so far ahead, not just with young elite talent but also with lots of extra draft picks? Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander differ somewhat on how to process that dilemma.Sponsors: • PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)• Real Merchant ServicesFollow Ethan, Alex
Ranking the Miami Heat assets for a Giannis trade
We know what the Heat have to offer, before the NBA draft. What is most appealing to a team like Milwaukee, as it may move Giannis? Ethan Skolnick and Alex Toledo rate Herro, Ware, Jaquez Jr., Larsson, the 13th overall pick and more -- based on their contracts and other variables.Sponsors: • PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)• Real Merchant ServicesFollow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Il
Dwyane Wade preaches patience.... and the latest on Giannis
These comments didn't get the attention of some other recent ones by Miami Heat franchise icon Dwyane Wade, but Ethan and Greg give them a platform. Also, there's more and more Miami buzz from the national media regarding Giannis.Sponsors: • PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)• Real Merchant ServicesFollow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!• https://www.si.com/nba/hea
Has the Miami Heat's strong development program become a hindrance?
The Miami Heat have been able to build players up as well as any team in the NBA, as most NBA analysts acknowledge. But has that come at a cost? Ethan Skolnick brings on Geo Valdez to share his theory about where that has led.Sponsors: • PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)• EricRubenstein.com Follow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/ethan-
Does a speculated Donovan Mitchell trade make sense?
Bleacher Report proposed a Miami Heat package for Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell, if Mitchell doesn't sign an extension to stay in Cleveland. Does the offer make sense? Would it really set up the Heat for contention? Ethan Skolnick is joined by Eternal Bast.Sponsors: • PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)• Real Merchant ServicesFollow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrat
Players the Miami Heat could target at No. 13
If they keep the pick, the Miami Heat will have plenty of options with the 13th selection, some that fit specific archetypes. Ethan Skolnick is joined by Adel Burton to identify those players, and discuss the results of the Chicago pre-draft combine so far.Sponsors: • PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)• Real Merchant ServicesFollow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!• https:/
The most dangerous threat to the Heat for Giannis
Some of the teams are the same, and some have shuffled, in the Giannis sweepstakes. Ethan and Alex evaluate all the contenders for his services, and the one that is scarier than the rest.... if he's willing to go there.Sponsors: • PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)• Real Merchant ServicesFollow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/ethan-
Giannis talks starting again: Who should the Heat try to keep?
Here we go.... again. According to ESPN, the Bucks are starting to take calls again about Giannis Antetokounmpo. The Heat will be one of the suitors. Ethan Skolnick and Brady Hawk discuss whether -- after the draft lottery -- anything has changed in terms of who the Heat should try to prioritize keeping... if they can.Sponsors: • PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)• Water Clean Up of FloridaFollow Ethan,
Miami Heat will pick 13th... so what's next? Still Giannis?
With the Miami Heat failing to move up in the lottery, and officially slotted to pick 13th, Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander explore the options at the selection.... but more so whether the pick will be offered to Milwaukee for Giannis Antetokounmpo. Sponsors: • GoldBelly.com (code: ONTHEFLOOR)• PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)• Water Clean Up of FloridaFollow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for S
Which would create more Miami Heat buzz, No. 1 pick or Giannis?
Indulging the unlikely possibility that the Miami Heat move up in Sunday's draft lottery, Ethan Skolnick and Eternal Bast discuss whether a top draft pick or the acquisition of Giannis Antetokoumnpo would generate more excitement. Sponsors: • GoldBelly.com (code: ONTHEFLOOR)• PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)Follow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!• https://www.si.com/
The good news for the Miami Heat about Giannis
It looks like we may have resolution sooner than later, as the Milwaukee Bucks speak about the future of Giannis Antetokounmpo, and he offers his own hints. Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander discuss the pre-lottery Giannis latest, and the availability of other stars.Sponsors: • GoldBelly.com (code: ONTHEFLOOR)• RealMerchantServices.comFollow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrat
The Kel'el Ware ceiling: Brady Hawk's offseason series
We continue evaluating the Miami Heat's current players -- what improved and what needs to. This time, soon-to-be-third-year center Kel'el Ware. Brady Hawk joins Ethan Skolnick.Sponsors: • GoldBelly.com (code: ONTHEFLOOR)• PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)Follow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/ethan-skolnick• https://www.si.com
Worst case scenarios for the Miami Heat offseason
We try the Ethan reverse jinx on several occurrences or decisions that could affect the Miami Heat this offseason. What's the worst that can happen -- so we make sure it won't? Greg Sylvander co-hosts.Sponsors: • GoldBelly.com (code: ONTHEFLOOR)• PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)Follow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/ethan-skol
The NBA's True 1A's and How It Influences the Heat's Giannis Pursuit
How many absolute, no question 1A players are there in the NBA? Ethan and Alex go through the list .... and see if it explains why the Miami Heat have been so all-in on trading for Giannis.Sponsors: • GoldBelly.com (code: ONTHEFLOOR)• PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)Follow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/ethan-skolnick• https://www.si
Boston bounced: How it affects the Heat
The Boston Celtics were stunningly eliminated by the Philadelphia 76ers, blowing a 3-1 series lead. Ethan Skolnick and Alex Toledo look at the Heat ramifications -- from perceptions about the East, to three-point shooting binges to the Giannis sweepstakes.Sponsors: • RealMerchantServices.com• PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)Follow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!• https:
How the Nuggets and Blazers' playoff exits could impact the Heat
In a continuing series, Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander evaluate the rosters and intentions of two teams that just got knocked out of the first round -- Portland and Denver -- and how Miami could be impacted.Sponsors:• RealMerchantServices.com• PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)Follow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/ethan-skolnick• ht
With the Rockets out, is Kevin Durant a Heat option again?
Kevin Durant had a strong regular season with the Rockets, but was injured in the playoffs -- and that wasn't all that fell apart for him and Houston. Is it time for the Heat to circle back there? Or could Houston get aggressive and impede the Heat's path to Giannis? Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander start a series about eliminated teams.Sponsors:• PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)• Water Clean
Jahmir Young on his rise to a standard: Two-Way Talk
In the last episode of the season, Miami Heat hopeful Jahmir Young discusses his season with Ethan Skolnick -- including his securing of a standard contract right before it finished.Sponsors:• EricRubenstein.comFollow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/ethan-skolnick• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/alex-tol• https://www.si.com/n
Miami Heat offseason series: What's next for Kasparas Jakucionis?
In the latest installment of the Heat's internal improvement episodes with Brady Hawk, Ethan and Brady discuss the rookie season (and potential) of guard Kasparas Jakucionis.Sponsors:• PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)• Real Merchant ServicesFollow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/ethan-skolnick• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/a
What if the Heat luck into a top-4 pick?
It's never happened. The Miami Heat have never moved up in the lottery. Is there a first time for it? And what would the Heat do if they got that pick? Move it for a star like Giannis? Ethan Skolnick brings Eternal Bast on to share his theories.Sponsors:• PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)• Water Clean Up of FloridaFollow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!• https://www.s
Barry Jackson joins for the State of the Miami Heat 2026
For the first time, long-time Miami Herald sportswriter joins Ethan Skolnick on Five on the Floor, for a 40-minute conversation about where the Miami Heat stand, what's gone wrong and how they reach previous heights. Sponsors:• PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)• Water Clean Up of FloridaFollow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/ethan-
How the NBA's new lottery proposal is a win for the Miami Heat
The NBA is making drastic changes to reduce tanking, and the details of a proposal have been reported by ESPN. Ethan and Alex go through the possible ramifications, specifically how they will impact a team with the Miami Heat's philosophy.Sponsors:• PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)• RealMerchantServices.comFollow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!• https://www.si.com/n
Why Pat Riley, Miami Heat are focused on 2027
In another episode following the Pat Riley press conference, Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander get into the reasons why the Heat president and the organization seem so focused on 2027 -- and how it affects decisions this offseason.Sponsors:• PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)• Water Clean Up of Florida.comFollow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!• https://www.si.com/nba/heat
5 Quick Takes on the Pat Riley 2026 press conference
Immediate reaction from Kaseya Center from Ethan Skolnick and Brady Hawk after Miami Heat president Pat Riley addressed the media for more than an hour. We set up the topics we will hit in greater depth throughout the week and the offseason.Sponsors:• PrizePicks.com (FIVE) • InsuranceByLinnette.comFollow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/
Pat Riley Eve (Part 2): What he should, and will be asked, and may answer
In the second part of a series before Pat Riley speaks to the media for the first time in this setting in nearly a year, Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander speculate on the tone of the press conference -- what he might be asked about, and what direction his answers could take.Sponsors:• GoldBelly.com (code: ONTHEFLOOR)• Water Clean Up of FloridaFollow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports
Pat Riley Eve (Part 1): How the Miami Heat structure works
On the day before Pat Riley holds his annual media address, Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander start by explaining the Miami Heat front office structure, in light of a lot of confusion on social media.Sponsors:• GoldBelly.com (code: ONTHEFLOOR)• PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)Follow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/alex-tol• https://ww
Dwyane Wade speaks about the current Miami Heat
On a recent episode of his podcast, Miami Heat great Dwyane Wade weighed in on the team's current situation. Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander discuss his comments. What's he right about? And what might he have not wanted to say?Sponsors:• GoldBelly.com (code: ONTHEFLOOR)• PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)Follow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!• https://www.si.com
Likely results if the Miami Heat pick 13th
With their draft lottery positioning set, the most plausible outcome is that the Miami Heat end up picking 13th. Ethan Skolnick and Digital Adel examine the recent history of that draft slot, and who might be available this June.Sponsors:• GoldBelly.com (code: ONTHEFLOOR)• PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)Follow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!• https://www.si.com/nba/hea
How can Jaime Jaquez get better?: Miami Heat offseason improvement series
In the latest episode evaluating how Miami Heat players can improve this offseason, and what their futures are, Ethan Skolnick and Brady Hawk break down Jaime Jaquez Jr.Sponsors:• Water Clean Up of Florida• PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)Follow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/alex-tol• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/ethan-skolnic
Miami Heat: Breaking down Bill Simmons' Bam Adebayo trade idea
It's officially the offseason, so Bill Simmons and Zach Lowe weighed in on the Heat -- and Hornets -- and suggested a trade. Ethan Skolnick and Alex Toledo discuss the viability.Sponsors:• RealMerchantServices.com• PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)Follow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/alex-tol• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/e
What the Miami Heat can learn from East playoff builds
In the first of a two-part series, Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander look at the methods that the eight East playoff teams to get where they are. And what the Heat can take from each.Sponsors:• Water Cleanup of Florida• PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)Follow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/alex-tol• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/
Giannis Antetokounmpo speaking about Miami to Goran Dragic
Goran Dragic, former Miami Heat point guard, now has a podcast, and his first guest was someone the Heat have been connected to. Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander discuss what Giannis said about Miami, and what it means. Sponsors:• RealMerchantServices.com• PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)Follow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/alex-to
Miami Heat 2026 Improvement Series: Pelle Larsson
In the first of a series of offseason episodes, Brady Hawk joins Ethan Skolnick to discuss areas that Pelle Larsson can improve -- and Ethan puts his retention chances in perspective.Sponsors:• EricRubenstein.com• PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)Follow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/alex-tol• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/ethan-
Assessing what Spoelstra, Adebayo, Powell, others said on Heat exit day
The Miami Heat held their exit interviews on Thursday, after the conclusion of their season, and every player of prominence other than Tyler Herro and Andrew Wiggins spoke. Ethan Skolnick was there, and he brings on Greg Sylvander to talk about what the coach said, and four players in particular.Sponsors:• Water Cleanup of Florida• PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)Follow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writ
Setting the (cap) table for the Miami Heat offseason
As the Miami Heat start their exit interviews, following the 2025-26 season, Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander evaluate the cap sheet, the tax situation, the options and more. Can the Heat make significant changes to contend again?Sponsors:• RealMerchantServices.com• PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)Follow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/auth
Miami Heat season ends in Charlotte in OT Thriller
Bam Adebayo was injured, Tyler Herro missed a regulation game-winner, Davion Mitchell had a chance at the end and a lot of other stuff happened in between, but the end result is the Miami Heat season is over in the Play-in Tournament, after a 127-126 loss in Charlotte to the Hornets. Ethan, Alex, Greg and Brady went live for the last time before the offseason, to break it all down.Sponsors:• Prize
The final Heat v. Hornets Play-in Preview
Ethan and Brady get you ready for the play-in game with injury, rotation, lineup and PrizePicks updates.Sponsors:• Water Clean Up of Florida • PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)Follow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/alex-tol• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/ethan-skolnick• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/brady-hawkJoin us on our O
How do the Miami Heat beat the Hornets?
The Heat travel to Charlotte to try to keep their season alive. Ethan and Alex go through the factors necessary toward winning the first play-in game, and advancing to play in Philadelphia or Orlando.Sponsors:• RealMerchantServices.com • PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)Follow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/alex-tol• https://www.si.co
Miami Heat: Powell, Adebayo & Jaquez shine in season-ending win vs. Hawks
Greg, Eternal & Digital Adel go LIVE after the Heat finished their final regular season game with a win against an Atlanta Hawks team that decided not to play their guys.Sponsors:• PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)• C-ArmAndStaffing.com• InsuranceByLinnette.comFollow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/alex-tol• https://www.si.com/nba/
The 5 Most Impactful Miami Heat Players This Season
As the Miami Heat season winds down, Ethan and Greg break down the Heat's roster, and determine which five players made the most positive impact, statistically and by the eye test.Sponsors:• Water Clean Up of Florida• PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)Follow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/alex-tol• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/autho
The Heat's play-in opponent is set
Well, even after a win against weakling Washington, we know who the Heat will face in the play-in. The only question now is where. Ethan and Alex go through the standings, the East teams' remaining schedules and the likely scenarios.Sponsors: • PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)• InsuranceByLinnette.comFollow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!• https://www.si.com/nba/hea
Ingram and Raptors triumph over the Miami Heat once again
Greg and Brady go LIVE after another disheartening loss to the Toronto Raptors, with 2 games remaining in the regular season.Sponsors: • PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)• C-ArmAndStaffing.com• InsuranceByLinnette.comFollow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/alex-tol• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/ethan-skolnick• https://www.si.com/n
Has the Play-In Tournament been a crutch for the Miami Heat?
The Miami Heat will be in the Play-In Tournament for the fourth straight season. This season and last, they won't have made the playoffs at all with the old format of each conference seeding the top eight teams, and eliminating the others. Ethan and Greg discuss whether the absence of such a tournament would have been a good thing for the Heat franchise, even with the Finals appearance that it
Breaking down the Miami Heat's "effort" problem
Bam Adebayo says the Heat need to play with more effort. Is it just that? And if it is, how did we get here? What factors have played a part? Ethan Skolnick and Alex Toledo discuss.Sponsors:• WCUFL.com• PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)Follow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/alex-tol• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/ethan-skolnick• h
Heat crushed in Toronto, as any playoff hopes fade
Too athletic, too long, too much. The Toronto Raptors routed the Miami Heat, assuring that the Heat will be in the play-in tournament and making it likely they will be in the 9-10 game. Ethan and Greg went live on what went wrong.... again.Sponsors: • PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)• C-ArmAndStaffing.com• InsuranceByLinnette.comFollow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!• h
Giannis report suggests Miami Heat were close
The latest Shams reporting on the trouble in Milwaukee says the Bucks seriously considered the Miami Heat's offer before turning it down in February. What does that mean for the future? Ethan and Alex discuss.Sponsors:• RealMerchantServices.com• PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)Follow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/alex-tol• https
"The Voice" Michael Baiamonte joins as his career ends
For 35 years, Michael Baiamonte has been the voice of all the Heat players in the arena, as well as expressions such as "Stand Up and Make Some Noise" and "Dos Minutos!" In his final regular season week prior to retirement, Mike joins Ethan Skolnick and Brady Hawk for memories and catchphrases. With a final flourish in the final minute. Sponsors:• EricRubenstein.com• PrizePicks.com
What changes the view of this Miami Heat season
With the play-in approaching, Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander look at the best-case scenarios for the team on the court on the rest of the way. Is there anything that can happen that would alter the evaluation of this season, or the future outlook and plan?Sponsors:• GoldBelly.com (code: ONTHEFLOOR)• WCUFL.comFollow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!• https://www.si
Miami Heat: Young core shows out in blowout win over Wizards
Greg and Adel go LIVE to discuss what was nearly another record-breaking game en route to the Heat scoring 152 points in their victory over the Washington Wizards.Sponsors: • Goldbelly.com (code: ONTHEFLOOR)• C-ArmAndStaffing.com• InsuranceByLinnette.comFollow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/alex-tol• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/
The reality of the Miami Heat's standing
As the Heat prepare for Washington -- as if that's necessary -- Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander look at where they are in the play-in picture and what's next. Plus, our PrizePicks plays.Sponsors:• GoldBelly.com (code: ONTHEFLOOR)• PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)Follow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/alex-tol• https://www.si
Final Four prospects for the Miami Heat
With the Miami Heat currently in the 13th spot in the Tankathon standings -- prior to a play-in appearance or the NBA lottery -- Ethan Skolnick and Adel Burton review the players who might be interesting from Michigan, UConn, Illinois and Arizona.Sponsors:• GoldBelly.com (code: ONTHEFLOOR)• PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)• Water Clean Up of FloridaFollow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports
Where the Miami Heat fit in the future Eastern Conference
As the Miami Heat hang out in the back end of the play-in, it doesn't look much more promising for next season. Ethan Skolnick and Alex Toledo evaluate how the East teams look heading into the offseason of 2026-27 and beyond.Sponsors:• GoldBelly.com (code: ONTHEFLOOR)• RealMerchantServices.comFollow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/a
The collapse of the Miami Heat defense
Even when all else went wrong, the Miami Heat could count on their defense. Not lately. What's gone wrong? Ethan Skolnick and Brady Hawk examine the issues.Sponsors: • GoldBelly.com (code: ONTHEFLOOR)• PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE)Follow Ethan, Alex and Brady's writing for Sports Illustrated here!• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/alex-tol• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/ethan-skolnick
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