In our first post free agency opening update, Ethan Skolnick and Brady Hawk discuss the Heat's retention of Kevin Love, the waiting game on Haywood Highsmith and the 76ers' big splash with Paul George. Sponsors: BettorEdge.com (5RSN), PrizePicks.com (five) Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server! Get exclusive insider information, along with up…

The Miami Heat are not exactly flush with cash (under the second apron) as free agency starts, but are there are some players who might fall to the minimum? And does the free agent list suggest the need for a trade instead? Ethan, Alex and Greg continue to get you ready for transaction season. Sponsors: InsuranceByLinnette.com and BettorEdge.com (5…

As free agency approaches, Ethan, Greg and Alex discuss the latest developments on the Miami Heat's own free agents --- starting with Caleb Martin and Kevin Love. Sponsors: Autograph (code: five), WCUFL.com Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server! Get exclusive insider information, along with updates/stats/insights from the 5OTF crew and hang o…

Now that the NBA Draft is over, and free agency is beginning, how are the Miami Heat positioned? And what should they do now? Ethan Skolnick and Eternal Bast set it up, as news is happening on the fly. Sponsors: InsuranceByLinnette.com, PrizePicks.com (five) Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server! Get exclusive insider information, along with …

Alex, Brady & Matt Hanifan go over a busy second day of the NBA Draft for the Heat, who took Pelle Larsson, a Swedish multifaceted shooter out of Arizona, at pick #42. The Heat then picked up undrafted free agents in Keshad Johnson, Larsson's teammate at Arizona who is an ultra-athletic wing, as well as Zyon Pullin, senior point guard out of Florid…

Greg, Alex & Brady go over another surprising first round pick for the Heat, taking the 7-foot Kel'el Ware out of Indiana, before briefly previewing the 2nd round of the Draft, happening at 4pm today. Sponsors: BettorEdge (5RSN), Water Clean Up of Florida Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server! Get exclusive insider information, along with upd…

On draft day, the Miami Heat extended Bam Adebayo for three seasons and $166 million. What does this mean for the franchise, and for Jimmy Butler? Ethan Skolnick is joined by Ben Tovia and Timothy Bain. Sponsors: PrizePicks.com (five) and InsuranceByLinnette.com Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server! Get exclusive insider information, along w…

On Draft Night Eve, Greg, Alex and Brady welcome our newest draft analyst @DigitalAdel, (can find his work on YouTube, name of his channel is HoopsProfile), to go over the guards, wings and bigs in the draft most relevant to the Heat's picks at #15 and #43. Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server! Get exclusive insider information, along with u…

The Miami Heat picked 10th in the NBA Draft in 2015, and no one thought Justise Winslow would slide to them. But he did. And they took him over Devin Booker. Ethan, Alex and Greg review the thinking at the time, and discuss what could have been. Sponsors: PrizePicks.com (five) and Water Cleanup of Florida Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server…

It was a home run pick at the time, but didn't really work out. Ethan Skolnick, Greg Sylvander and Alex Toledo review the Michael Beasley selection -- and who it could have been. Also, Ethan interviewed Kevin Love about that draft, in which he went 5th. How close were the Heat to taking him? Sponsors: C-ArmandStaffing.com, InsuranceByLinnette.com J…

The Miami Heat rarely have both of their draft choices, but they do in 2024. What are some of the options there? Brady Hawk joins Ethan Skolnick to discuss a few players who may make sense, if the Heat keep the pick. Sponsors: InsuranceByLinnette.com, PrizePicks.com (five), BettorEdge.com (5RSN) Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server! Get excl…

In the first of a series on Five on the Floor and the Five Reasons Playback room (www.playback.tv/5RSN), Ethan Skolnick, Greg Sylvander and Alex Toledo look back at the lead-up to and selection of Marquette's Dwyane Wade, and how it changed the franchise. Sponsors: Jerseys305.com (promo code FIVE) and Water Cleanup of Florida Join us on our Off The…

After a report that the Miami Heat could consider moving into the top 5 in the upcoming NBA draft, Ethan, Brady and Greg discuss how likely that is — and who it would be for. Sponsors: C-ArmAndStaffing.com and PrizePicks.com (FIVE) Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server! Get exclusive insider information, along with updates/stats/insights from…

Whether Jimmy Butler gets extended or not this offseason, he won't be with the Miami Heat forever. So what would a pivot around Bam Adebayo consist of? What kind of players would the Heat need? And is there any chance the Heat would move on from Bam in his prime? Sponsors: Water Cleanup of Florida, PrizePicks.com (five), BettorEdge.com (5RSN) Join …

We need to acknowledge the obvious, or at least Ethan Skolnick does: the Boston Celtics will win the title. Ethan and Alex Toledo look at how the hope for their failure went so wrong, and what needs to change for the Miami Heat now. Sponsors: InsuranceByLinnette.com, Autograph.io (five) Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server! Get exclusive ins…

The Miami Heat have worked out several prospects in advance of the upcoming late June NBA Draft. Greg Sylvander and Brady Hawk review the list of workouts, discuss the different prospects and hone in on some names to key an eye on in the 1st and 2nd round of the upcoming draft. Sponsors: WaterCleanup of Florida, PrizePicks.com (FIVE) Join us on our…

In today's episode, Matt and Major discuss who on the Sioux Falls Skyforce has the potential to earn an NBA call-up soon. Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server! Get exclusive insider information, along with updates/stats/insights from the 5OTF crew and hang out with other Heat fans! https://t.co/izwgN0SEt6 (Scroll down after clicking). Also, …

With the Utah Jazz still rebuilding, and their best player Lauri Markannen up for a contract extension, Ethan Skolnick and Alex Toledo discuss whether he would be worth the price -- in terms of trade assets and money. Sponsors: InsuranceByLinnette.com, PrizePicks.com (five), BettorEdge.com (5RSN) Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server! Get exc…

As always seems to happen in the playoffs and NBA Finals, even 5 years after his retirement, Dwyane Wade is being discussed a lot. So we discuss the Miami Heat legend also. Ethan Skolnick and Eternal Bast on all the comparisons to other players, and where Wade really fits. Sponsors: Autograph.io (five), PrizePicks.com (five) Join us on our Off The …

After our report that the Miami Heat have worked out huge center Zach Edey, who was a national player of the year, Ethan Skolnick and Alex Toledo discuss whether that type of player makes any sense for a team coached by Erik Spoelstra. Are there any centers who would? Sponsors: InsuranceByLinnette.com, PrizePicks.com (five), Autograph.io (five) Joi…

The Floor is Yours crew (Sean Rochester, Timothy Bain, Tony Schwartz) discusses the upcoming NBA Finals between the Boston Celtics and Dallas Mavericks. Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server! Get exclusive insider information, along with updates/stats/insights from the 5OTF crew and hang out with other Heat fans! https://t.co/izwgN0SEt6 (Scro…

For the first time in a long time, the Orlando Magic are defending Southeast Division champions -- and they have a young roster and a clean cap sheet. Are they in better shape over the next three seasons than the Miami Heat? Ethan Skolnick and Alex Toledo bring on the hosts of the new Magic Mania podcast, (which you can watch on Five Reasons YouTub…

As we begin our coverage of the Miami Heat's 2024 draft (in which they are slated to pick 15th), Ethan, Alex and Brady debate whether they should take best player available, fill a potential hole or go for a player with a particular experience level. Sponsors: Autograph.io (five), BettorEdge.com (5RSN), PrizePicks.com (five) Join us on our Off The …

Is Florida Panthers GM Bill Zito now the second best South Florida sports executive behind Pat Riley with the Miami Heat? The Panthers are headed to the Stanley Cup Finals for a second straight season. Unlike last year, the Panthers will be a fully healthy squad this time around. Can Florida's aggressive style undo the fast, offensive style from th…

If you put together a team from all the players who've played for the Miami Heat since 2019, when Jimmy Butler was acquired, what would it look like? Ethan, Alex and Brady nominate players and then make the tough choices. Sponsors: C-ArmAndStaffing.com, PrizePicks.com (five) and BettorEdge.com (five) Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server! Get…

We did the five best decisions already. So which are the five that the Miami Heat should like to have back? Maybe not what you think. Ethan and Greg nominate and debate. Sponsors: BettorEdge.com (5RSN), PrizePicks.com (five) and Water Cleanup of Florida Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server! Get exclusive insider information, along with updat…

In the first of a two-part series, Ethan, Alex and Greg rank and debate the top 5 decisions the Miami Heat have made since acquiring Jimmy Butler. Tomorrow: the five worst. Sponsors: BettorEdge.com (5RSN), PrizePicks.com (five) and Water Cleanup of Florida Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server! Get exclusive insider information, along with up…

All four hosts of Five on the Floor led a session with fans on the Playback app (www.playback.tv/5RSN) about the latest on Jimmy Butler. Could the Miami Heat really trade him? Sponsors: PrizePicks.com (five), Autograph app (five) Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server! Get exclusive insider information, along with updates/stats/insights from t…

We didn't get to see much of Terry Rozier and Tyler Herro together on the court after Rozier's acquisition by the Miami Heat. But we do know it's one of the smaller backcourts -- in terms of height, weight and length -- in the NBA. Can it work? Ethan Skolnick hosts, and Alex Toledo brings the numbers. Sponsors: C-ArmAndStaffing.com, BettorEdge.com …

As the Boston Celtics are likely headed back to the NBA Finals, should Miami build a team this offseason that is specifically designed to take the Celtics down? Or just worry about building the best possible team they can, that fits their own style? Or are those the same thing? Ethan, Brady and Alex discuss. Sponsors: Water Cleanup of Florida and B…

On today's episode, Matt Hanifan and @MajorPassons discuss potential 2nd round draft picks that the Heat could look into. These players would be able to contribute on the Skyforce if the Miami Heat indeed selected them. Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server! Get exclusive insider information, along with updates/stats/insights from the 5OTF cr…

Kyrie Irving had undeniable talent, and was readily available, but he also had baggage. A lot of baggage. The Dallas Mavericks took a shot and they're within two games of the NBA Finals. What players could be available this summer that might just need a change of scenery -- like, say, Miami? Sponsors: BigBrotherIronWork.com, Autograph.io (five) Joi…

What do the Miami Heat's books look like entering the 2024 offseason, and what does it mean for their pursuit of Donovan Mitchell (if he doesn't extend with Cleveland), the re-signing of Caleb Martin, other moves and more? Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander are joined by NBA cap and tax expert @YossiGozlan. Sponsors: C-ArmAndStaffing.com, PrizePicks…

Brady Hawk joins Ethan Skolnick to discuss Bam Adebayo finally getting his first first-team All-Defense selection.... and how Miami can maximize him on both ends going forward. Do the Heat need to get him help? Sponsors: BigBrotherIronWork.com and PrizePicks.com (five) Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server! Get exclusive insider information, …

Now there's a title. Ethan, Greg and Alex discuss the Sam Amico report that Cavaliers owner doesn't want to send star guard Donovan Mitchell to the Los Angeles Lakers.... and a package from the Miami Heat might be more appealing. Sponsors: Autograph.io (five), PrizePicks.com (five) and Water Cleanup of Florida Join us on our Off The Floor Discord s…

Few saw this coming, even last week. The Indiana Pacers, deemed a third tier team in the East prior to the NBA season, are in the conference finals after beating the beat-up Knicks. Does this mean the Heat are close? Or far? And what about that late season loss? Ethan and Alex lament, and project. Sponsors: Autograph.io (five), BettorEdge.com (5RSN…

The Miami Heat acquired Terry Rozier last season to add scoring and playmaking. He did so, but not without its fair share of ups and downs as a fit in Miami. Greg Sylvander and Brady Hawk discuss Rozier's season with Miami, what went right and wrong, and what to look for in the future from Rozier as a major contributor on the Heat roster. Join us o…

Now that the Cleveland Cavaliers are eliminated, there are growing rumors that Donovan Mitchell could be available, even though he could also stay with Cleveland on a extension. And Mitchell reportedly likes the Miami Heat as a possible option if he's traded. The Heat just through something somewhat similar last summer, with Dame Lillard. This time…

Two recent first round picks, Nikola Jovic and Jaime Jaquez Jr., have both shown promise for the Miami Heat. What do they need to improve this offseason, if they're retained? What's the long-term fit for each, and how much does the rest of the roster matter? And who would you trade first, if either? Ethan Skolnick and Brady Hawk discuss. Sponsors: …

With the Atlanta Hawks getting the top overall pick, and rumors swirling about Trae Young's availability, Ethan Skolnick and Alex Toledo discuss whether the Miami Heat should take a run at Young -- with concerns about defense and salary. What could he add, and would it be worth it? Sponsors: BigBrotherIronWork.com and BettorEdge.com (5RSN) Join us …

Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander look at the Miami Heat’s salary structure, as compared to other teams. Can they viably add a third star to it, or do they actually need to get leaner? Sponsors: C-ArmAndStaffing.com and Water Cleanup of Florida Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server! Get exclusive insider information, along with updates/stats/…

With Jimmy Butler's possible extension still in the news, Ethan Skolnick and Brady Hawk evaluate where he stands against others in his age bracket, and how his game may evolve or decline as he proceeds into his late 30s. Sponsors: PrizePicks.com (five), BettorEdge.com (5RSN) Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server! Get exclusive insider informa…

After Pat Riley called Tyler Herro "fragile" but also "a starter," Ethan Skolnick and Alex Toledo discuss the comments, evaluate Herro's season and see where else Herro would clearly start in the NBA. Sponsors: Autograph.io (Five), PrizePicks.com (five) Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server! Get exclusive insider information, along with updat…

A day after the Pat Riley press conference raised more alarms, Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander evaluate the chances of four possible outcomes for Jimmy Butler's future with the Miami Heat. And they don't agree on which is most likely -- or whether Butler would opt out in a season if he doesn't get an extension. Sponsors: C-ArmAndStaffing.com and …

Pat Riley held his annual end of the season press conference, and he had two things on his mind that pair together -- availability and Jimmy Butler. In the first of a series of episodes, Ethan Skolnick, Alex Toledo and Brady Hawk break down Riley's tone and comments specific to the star, whether he can still build around him, and a potential contra…

Pat Riley is expected to speak to the media this week (you'll know when by the time this posts). Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander predict some of what he will be asked, and how he might answer... on topics related to the Jimmy Butler build, the Heat's availability issues and more. Sponsors: Autograph.io (FIVE), BettorEdge.com (5RSN), PrizePicks.co…

Instead of focusing on the players who didn't talk, Ethan Skolnick and Brady Hawk turn their attention to those who did. Bam Adebayo, Duncan Robinson, Caleb Martin and Haywood Highsmith are among those featured. What's in store for all in the offseason? Sponsors: BigBrotherIronWork.com and PrizePicks.com (five) Join us on our Off The Floor Discord …

In the first episode about the Miami Heat's exit interviews -- and media availabilities -- Ethan Skolnick and Alex Toledo discuss the significance of Jimmy Butler and Tyler Herro skipping the media availabilities. Then they get into the five most interesting topics addressed by Erik Spoelstra. Sponsors: TubCulture.com (FIVE), C-ArmAndStaffing.com J…

The Miami Heat were blown out yet again by the Boston Celtics in a decisive game five in New England. Now the focus will shift to what avenue Pat Riley and the Heat organization will take in the future. Will they commit to a multi-year extension for Jimmy Butler into his mid-30's or will the Heat choose to hit the reset button? Hosts Ethan Skolnick…

The season is over. The shorthanded, spent Heat were blown out for the fourth time in their first round series, and now they go into the offseason with many questions. Ethan, Alex, Brady and Greg are there on Five Reasons YouTube channel one last time, to discuss what happened, and what may happen now. Sponsors: Autograph.io (five), ROK ESports Cen…