Five On The Floor: Miami Heat/NBA

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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.

Revisiting the Norman Powell extension.... and Tyler Herro's situation
Today at 8:33 PM

With Norman Powell in the Three-Point Shootout and the All-Star Game, and making it clear he wants to stay in Miami beyond this season, Ethan Skolnick, Greg Sylvander and Sean Rochester discuss where his situation stands. And also how it's related to Tyler Herro's availability and future.


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Why the Ware + Adebayo combo has worked lately
Yesterday at 9:00 PM

Erik Spoelstra has been reluctant to commit to the two-big lineup, but Kel'el Ware and Bam Adebayo may be giving him no choice. Prior to Ware participating in the Rising Stars Challenge at All-Star weekend, Brady Hawk joins Ethan Skolnick to talk about what's working and how it continues.


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The Miami Heat's "10 Commandments" with Jorge Sedano
Yesterday at 4:03 AM

Our friend Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald recently posted what he perceives as the Miami Heat's 10 Commandments of team building. Ethan Skolnick brings on ESPN's Jorge Sedano to discuss each one, and what still works.


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Adebayo, Jaquez power Heat past Pelicans in NOLA
Last Thursday at 4:47 AM

Greg and Alex go LIVE to discuss the final game before the All-Star break.


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The emergence of Kasparas Jakucionis and where it goes
Last Wednesday at 12:40 AM

One of the few good things to come out of the last few weeks for the Miami Heat has been the increased playing time and electric shooting of teenage point guard Kasparas Jakucionis. Ethan Skolnick brings on Digital Adel, who loved the pick back in June, to discuss where the rookie has progressed, and when it's time to turn over the team to him.


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New low as Miami Heat somehow lose to tanking Jazz
Last Tuesday at 4:25 AM

Well, this was embarrassing. The Miami Heat lost at home to a team that sat one of its best players for the entire game, and rested two others for the entire fourth quarter. Kasparas Jakucionis had a strong game but others fell apart. Ethan and Alex break down the breakdown from the arena.


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Will the Heat finally commit to Ware with Bam more?
Last Monday at 10:42 PM

We finally saw them together against Washington. Now, in the closing stretch of the schedule, will Kel'el Ware continue to get opportunities to play alongside Bam Adebayo? Ethan Skolnick and Eternal Bast discuss.


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Ware, Jakucionis fuel Heat rout of Wizards
Last Sunday at 10:14 PM

The Miami Heat leaned into the young guys Sunday against tanking Washington, and Kel'el Ware and Kasparas Jakucionis (6 for 6 from three) delivered. Ethan, Alex and Brady went live on the Five Reasons YouTube channel.


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Full Miami Heat deadline recap: It really was Giannis or nothing
02/07/2026

As he has for the prior three seasons, Ethan Skolnick digs deeper into what really happened --- and didn't -- at the trade deadline, after a couple of days to report and reflect. And it really was just about one player this time. Greg Sylvander joins.


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Heat blow big lead in Boston against Celtics
02/07/2026

The Miami Heat took a 21-point lead into halftime, but again couldn't sustain in the third quarter, in spite of a strong game from Andrew Wiggins. Ethan Skolnick and Brady Hawk discuss the post-deadline defeat.


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Is there anything for Miami Heat fans to get excited about?
02/06/2026

With the trade deadline passed, and the Heat still stuck firmly in the middle, what can fans look forward to? Ethan Skolnick, Brady Hawk and Alex Toledo try to find something, anything. 


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Miami Heat don't make a move before deadline: Instant Reaction
02/05/2026

The Miami Heat tried to get Giannis, but he stayed in Milwaukee for now. And the Heat were one of only three teams in the NBA that didn't make a trade of any kind, to buy, sell or reshuffle. Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander jumped on the podcast 15 minutes after the deadline ended to process what was known.


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What if the Miami Heat do nothing on Thursday?
02/05/2026

The Miami Heat are in the game for Giannis, and have had some interest in Ja Morant. But as much as Thursday could be a momentous day, it could also be a letdown. Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander explore that side, and what should be the plan then.


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24 hours from NBA trade deadline: AD traded, latest on Heat & Giannis, Morant
02/04/2026

As things start moving quicker, Ethan Skolnick and Alex Toledo update on all that's gone on in the NBA, and what's to come. What's the doomsday scenario for the Miami Heat?


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Which young player should the Miami Heat try to keep?
02/04/2026

When you're going after Giannis, you likely need to give up everything. But if the Heat can keep one of their under-26 players out of the deal, which should Miami prioritize? Ethan and Brady run through it.


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Miami Heat go down with underwhelming performance in front of 2006 champs
02/04/2026

Greg and Digital Adel go live to talk about a disheartening game against the Hawks after celebrating the 2006 championship team at halftime before getting into trade conversations.


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How the Grizzlies and Timberwolves trades affect the Miami Heat
02/03/2026

There were two deals of significance in the NBA on Tuesday afternoon, and both -- in different ways -- could impact Miami in its pursuit of stars like Giannis. But how much? And should the Heat be scared of the Timberwolves?


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Three Strange Days from the NBA Trade Deadline: FIVE on IT ep 2 (bonus)
02/03/2026

In the latest episode of FIVE on IT NBA, Ethan Skolnick and Bryan Fonseca collaborated Monday afternoon on NBA Trade Deadline topics, including Giannis. You can find this podcast regularly on the NBA on Five Reasons Sports feed.


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Sam Amick on Giannis, the Miami Heat's chances and the other suitors
02/02/2026

Ethan Skolnick is joined by Sam Amick, who spoke to Giannis Antetokounmpo recently and has been reporting regularly on the trade saga. They talk about the Miami Heat's chances, darkhorses and whether the Bucks will bend before the Feb. 5 deadline.


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Miami Heat: Adebayo, Larsson, Ware thrive against Bulls
02/02/2026

Greg and Major Passons go LIVE to discuss the massive blowout win over the Bulls.


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Ware plays only 3 minutes as Heat lose to Bulls
02/01/2026

The Miami Heat lost the middle game of a three-game set against undermanned Chicago and, even with some players missing on their side, gave Kel'el Ware only three minutes. What's going on? Ethan and Greg went live.


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Two-Way Talk with Jahmir Young: G-League Player of the Week
01/31/2026

Jahmir Young, one of the Miami Heat's three two-way players, sits down with Ethan Skolnick to discuss his strong week in the G-League before he re-joined the Heat, and who he doesn't silence his phone for.


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The Daily Giannis: Evaluating possible offers compared to Miami Heat's
01/31/2026

Until the trade deadline, we will break in regularly to go through the Giannis-related news of the day. Ethan and Alex wrap up what happened Friday. 


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Miami Heat: Jaquez shines in road win over Bulls
01/30/2026

Greg and Brady go LIVE to discuss the win in Chicago, featuring a big game from Jaime Jaquez Jr. and a fourth quarter rally that almost led to a Heat loss.


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Miami Heat: Is it possible to overpay for Giannis? (Bonus episode)
01/30/2026

In the latest episode of The 305 Guys on the Five Reasons YouTube channel, Ethan Skolnick and Alex Donno discuss the latest Giannis developments, and whether there's anything the Miami Heat should hold back if they have a chance to get him. 


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Black, Orlando Magic close Heat out once again
01/29/2026

Greg Sylvander and Matt Hanifan go LIVE postgame to cover yet another blown game to the Magic.


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Moment of truth for Miami Heat, as Bucks listening to Giannis offers
01/28/2026

It's here. The shot at a whale. For years, the Miami Heat have held back assets to get in the game for Giannis Antetokounmpo, should he ever ask out of Milwaukee. Now he and the Bucks are finally ready to part ways. Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander discuss whether the Heat will have enough.


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Miami Heat trade deadline series: Wiggins and Kuminga talk, again?
01/28/2026

We feel like we've done this podcast before, but maybe the circumstances have changed. Jake Fischer reported that the Miami Heat and Golden State, recent trade partners, have discussed an Andrew Wiggins for Jonathan Kuminga swap. Does this make sense for either side? Ethan and Alex revisit it.


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Miami Heat trade deadline series: Reshuffle deck if no superstar is available?
01/26/2026

In the first of a series of episodes leading up to the Feb. 5 trade deadline, Ethan Skolnick and Brady Hawk discuss whether the Miami Heat should merely reshuffle and maybe consolidate their roster if they can't get a superstar like Giannis at this time.


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Jaquez Jr. leads Heat victory to close trip in Phoenix
01/26/2026

Norman Powell struggled with his shot, but the Heat got enough from others, including Jaime Jaquez Jr., to beat a Suns team that was without Devin Booker. Ethan and Alex discussed the win live on the Five Reasons YouTube channel.


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More on Giannis, the Miami Heat and the changing variables
01/25/2026

We continue our discussions about Giannis Antetokounmpo, his injury, his relationship with the Bucks and the ways for the Miami Heat to make this work for them. Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander host.


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Miami Heat: 7 double-digit scorers and rebounding effort lead to win in Utah
01/25/2026

Greg and Brady go LIVE to discuss a blowout Heat win led by Bam Adebayo and Nikola Jovic, along with a team effort and a dominant performance on the boards.


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Giannis's new injury, and how it changes his trade scenarios
01/24/2026

Giannis Antetokounmpo hurt his calf again Friday night, which may complicate his trade picture or make it clearer, depending on how you view it. Ethan Skolnick brings on Ti Windisch of the GyroStep podcast and OnSI Milwaukee to handicap the odds of him asking out, the Bucks trading him and Miami's shot.


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How to get the Miami Heat out of the middle
01/23/2026

The Miami Heat have been a .500 team for the past 3 1/2 seasons. Can that change without a major trade? Ethan Skolnick is joined by Geo Valdez to evaluate the options. 


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Miami Heat: Adebayo's big game not nearly enough in Portland
01/23/2026

Alex and Brady discuss an underwhelming game in which Bam Adebayo scored 32 points and the Heat were doubled up from beyond the arc.


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Giannis's discontent is the Miami Heat's opportunity
01/23/2026

With the trade deadline in two weeks, Giannis Antetokounmpo seems more frustrated than ever with the Milwaukee Bucks. Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander discuss how the Miami Heat should handle their affairs in light of the possibility that he truly becomes available by trade.


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Do the Miami Heat need a move more than other East teams?
01/21/2026

In a preview of their upcoming "Five on It" show on the Five Reasons NBA podcast feed, Ethan Skolnick and Bryan Fonseca break down the current state of the Eastern Conference, comparing the Miami Heat to the other playoff-possible teams in terms of the need to change the roster before the deadline.


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Larsson excels, antagonizes in Heat win in Sacramento
01/21/2026

The Miami Heat got strong performances from Bam Adebayo, Norman Powell and Andrew Wiggins but it was Pelle Larsson's efficiency and edge that paced a victory against the Sacramento Kings. Ethan Skolnick and Brady Hawk provide the recap.


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Miami Heat swamped in Golden State even as Jimmy Butler hurt
01/20/2026

The Miami Heat gave up 24 three-pointers overall and got blitzed in the second half against the Warriors, even as Jimmy Butler left in the third quarter with what appeared to be a serious knee injury. Ethan and Alex sum it up -- and talk about Tyler Herro's extended absence.


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Miami Heat: Is it time for more time for Jakucionis and.... Gardner?
01/19/2026

The Miami Heat got big contributions from two rookies on their recent homestand, one a first-round pick and one an undrafted find. Ethan Skolnick and Brady Hawk discuss how the Heat can work them in when everyone is healthy.


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