Five Reasons Sports -- Miami

The Miami Heat have made the most of most players. But a few have frustrated their fans, due to their effort or their contract or their inconsistency. Ethan and Greg go to their Off the Floor feed for a top 5 list. Two players stand out. Sponsored by Prize Picks (five), MarcBrownPa.com and TherapistPreferred.com (5RSN).

Finally, some movement in the Kevin Durant standoff in Brooklyn, with a report that Durant wants owner Joe Tsai to choose between him and the Nets' coach and GM (Steve Nash, Sean Marks) -- and Tsai responding with an unusual tweet. Ethan Skolnick and Alex Toledo assess the implications for the Miami Heat. Sponsored by BettorEdge.com/5Reasons, Prize Picks (five) and TherapistPreferred.com (5RSN).

The Miami Heat feel they have a significant addition for next season -- a Victor Oladipo they can count on. Ethan and Greg share the organization's hopes for Oladipo, and Brady and Alex break down the on-court fit, especially with Tyler Herro and Jimmy Butler all on the court together. Sponsored by Prize Picks (five), TherapistPreferred.com (5RSN) and Water Cleanup of Florida. 

Playing off a Hoopshype.com ranking of the NBA's shooting guards, Ethan Skolnick and Alex Toledo assess where Tyler Herro belongs. Sponsored by Prize Picks (five), TherapistPreferred.com (5RSN) and Water Cleanup of Florida.

Greg Sylvander and Alex Toledo begrudgingly review the possibilities and narrow down the list of worst blunders in Pat Riley's tenure.   Sponsors: Bettor Edge, PrizePicks (FIVE) and WaterCleanUp of Florida

In the first of an offseason series, Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander take cues from their Off the Floor feed, and try to assemble a list of the five most underrated players in Miami Heat history. Some familiar names. And some surprising ones. Sponsored by Prize Picks (five), MarcBrownPa.com and TherapistPreferred.com (5RSN).

The Miami Heat are still waiting on Plan A & B this offseason as they pursue Kevin Durant and Donovan Mitchell.   Greg, Alex & Brady discuss who Plan C may be, including Kyrie Irving, John Collins and others.   Sponsors: BettorEdge.com, PrizePicks, WaterCleanUp of Florida

In a two-part episode, Ethan, Alex and Brady discuss the #HeatTwitter reaction to a couple of reporters' tweets about the Miami Heat liking their team, and then analyze how small lineups have worked for Erik Spoelstra. Sponsored by Marc Brown PA, InsuranceByLinnette.com, Prize Picks (five) and BettorEdge.com/5Reasons.

It's time for another update, this time from an organizational perspective. Where do the Miami Heat stand in the chase for a megastar such as Kevin Durant? Are they comfortable bringing back the current roster? Would they play differently if they did? And what does it mean for Tyler Herro's status, on the roster and in the starting lineup? Ethan Skolnick brings information, and Greg Sylvander, Brady Hawk and Alex Toledo react. Sponsored by TherapistPreferred.com (5RSN), Prize Picks (five) and Water Cleanup of Florida.

It's a distinct possibility that the Miami Heat could miss out on Kevin Durant and Donovan Mitchell, for reasons largely out of their control -- and then bring back a team that is largely the same or somewhat worse than last season. Ethan, Greg, Alex and Brady consider the implications of that, and Ethan explains why this may be different from other "run it back" seasons. Sponsored by Prize Picks (five), TherapistPreferred.com (5RSN), Water Cleanup of Florida and MarcBrownPa.com

As Bam Adebayo turns 25, it's time for an assessment.  Of his game. Of his place next to Heat bigs -- even Alonzo Mourning. Of his value, and a possible Kevin Durant trade. Ethan, Alex and Brady discuss. Sponsored by Prize Picks (five), MarcBrownPa.com and TherapistPreferred.com (5RSN).

The big news of the day -- Deandre Ayton being retained by the Phoenix Suns -- wouldn't seem to affect the Miami Heat, but it does. Ethan Skolnick, Alex Toledo and Brady Hawk discuss the ramifications for the Kevin Durant saga, the Kyrie Irving saga, and peripherally even the Donovan Mitchell saga. And Ethan gives a little good news from the Heat side. Sponsored by BettorEdge.com/5Reasons, Prize Picks (five), Therapist Preferred (5RSN) and MarcBrownPa.com

We know the Miami Heat are waiting to pounce on Kevin Durant or Donovan Mitchell? But what if they get neither? Is it concerning that several teams in the Eastern Conference have improved? The entire crew (Ethan, Greg, Alex, Brady) is here with their picks of the teams to worry about most in the East.... so far. Sponsored by BettorEdge.com/5Reasons, Prize Picks (five), TherapistPreferred.com (5RSN) and Water Cleanup of Florida.

It moved a little closer Tuesday, as ESPN reported that the Utah Jazz are now "taking calls" on star Donovan Mitchell. What are the Heat's chances? What was their offer? And how does the Kevin Durant pursuit play into this? Ethan, Alex and Greg discuss. Sponsored by TherapistPreferred.com (5RSN), Prize Picks (five) and BettorEdge.com/5Reasons

It's clear at this point: the Miami Heat have stopped their other offseason plans to fully pursue Kevin Durant. Ethan Skolnick, Greg Sylvander and Alex Toledo discuss Pat Riley's crusade for one last big score, and assess the chances it actually happens.   Sponsored by Prize Picks, MarcBrownPa.com, BettorEdge.com/5Reasons and Water Cleanup of Florida.      

Sean Rochester was at Las Vegas Summer League for 5RSN, and he joins Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander to discuss Marcus Garrett, Nikola Jovic, Haywood Highsmith, Orlando Robinson and more. Is anyone on the Jimmy Butler timeline? Sponsored by BettorEdge.com/5Reasons, Prize Picks (five) and TherapistPreferred.com (5RSN).

With the Heat using their taxpayer mid-level exception to bring back Caleb Martin on a three year deal, Ethan J. Skolnick and Alex Toledo talk about Caleb being back and his importance to next season's roster now that PJ Tucker is gone, as the Heat continue their whale hunt.   Then, Greg Sylvander and Brady Hawk jump on to talk about Nikola Jovic and some early takeaways after three Summer League games.   Sponsors: TherapistPreferred.com, Marc Brown PA, PrizePicks, WaterCleanUp of Florida

With many potential free agent options no longer being available, teams like the Bucks, Celtics and Sixers getting better, Heat fans are growing restless with the team's offseason, which so far has been to retain Victor Oladipo and Dewayne Dedmon as they try their hand in the race for a couple of different stars.   Greg Sylvander, Alex Toledo, Bryan Fonseca, Timothy Bain and Allana Tachauer all went live on Tuesday night to address fans' concerns over what has and hasn't transpired yet this offseason.   Sponsors: BettorEdge.com, PrizePicks (FIVE), Biscayne Bay Brewing, Marc Brown PA

The Miami Heat are in a holding pattern, as they wait for the Kevin Durant and Donovan Mitchell situations to play out in Brooklyn and Utah, respectively. Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander evaluate the chances, and the backup plans. Sponsored by TherapistPreferred.com (5RSN) and Prize Picks (five).

On the first day of free agency negotiations Brooklyn Nets superstar Kevin Durant requested a trade and named the Phoenix Suns and Miami Heat as his preferred destinations.   Greg, Alex & Brady discuss the KD trade possibility, plus breakdown the news of the day which included Victor Oladipo and Dewayne Dedmon staying put in Miami, while PJ Tucker left for Philly.   Sponsored by: TherapistPreferred.com, PrizePicks (FIVE) & WaterCleanUp of Florida

We thought the Miami Heat had some surprise targets, and Jalen Brunson qualifies. Ethan Skolnick, Greg Sylvander and Alex Toledo talk about the Heat's upcoming meeting with the Dallas Mavericks' free agent guard.  Also, PJ Tucker's status, the possibility of Kyle Anderson and more. Sponsored by MarcBrownPa.com, PrizePicks (five) and TherapistPreferred.com (5RSN).

Multiple reports suggest PJ Tucker is close to leaving the Heat for the Philadelphia 76ers. Greg Sylvander, Alex Toledo & Brady Hawk discuss the Heat and Tucker's options, the salary cap ramifications and potential replacement options.   Sponsors: PrizePicks (FIVE), WaterCleanUp of FL, BettorEdge.com/5RSN

Three days before the start of NBA free agency, Ethan Skolnick, Greg Sylvander and Alex Toledo blitz through some rumors, reports and possibilities -- and put a bow on the Kyrie Irving situation that never went anywhere. Sponsored by Water Cleanup of Florida, TherapistPreferred.com (5RSN) and Prize Picks (five).

(EDITED VERSION) In the latest -- and final -- 2021-22 Miami Heat player reviews, Ethan Skolnick and Alex Toledo assess the importance of Gabe Vincent and Victor Oladipo, last season and going forward. Also, with news of a possible John Wall buyout, would he be a fit as an insurance guard? Sponsored by Water Cleanup of Florida, PrizePicks.com (five), BettorEdge.com/5Reasons and TherapistPreferred.com (5RSN).

In the latest -- and final -- 2021-22 Miami Heat player reviews, Ethan Skolnick and Alex Toledo assess the importance of Gabe Vincent and Victor Oladipo, last season and going forward. Also, with news of a possible John Wall buyout, would he be a fit as an insurance guard? Sponsored by Water Cleanup of Florida, PrizePicks.com (five), BettorEdge.com/5Reasons and TherapistPreferred.com (5RSN).

The Miami Heat kept their pick, for now, and drafted Nikola Jovic from Serbia. He's a big man with guard skills who may need some work on defense. Ethan Skolnick, Alex Toledo and Brady Hawk discuss from FTX Arena.   Sponsored by MarcBrownPa.com, PrizePicks (FIVE) and TherapistPreferred.

Ethan J. Skolnick and Greg Sylvander jump on to talk about the Heat one night before the NBA Draft, after Jerami Grant was traded to the Portland Trailblazers. Where do the Heat go from here?   Sponsors: BettorEdge, PrizePicks, UBreakWheelFix

In an episode pulled from Five Reasons YouTube channel, Ethan Skolnick is joined by Brady Hawk, Alex Toledo and Timothy Bain to take viewer questions. The topics include the PJ Tucker opt-out, Caleb Martin's free agency, the thawing between the Miami Heat and LeBron James and more. Sponsored by PrizePicks.com (five), BettorEdge.com/5Reasons and All Pro Construction Builders. 

In an episode pulled from Five Reasons YouTube channel, Ethan Skolnick is joined by Brady Hawk, Alex Toledo and Timothy Bain to take viewer questions. The topics include the PJ Tucker opt-out, Caleb Martin's free agency, the thawing between the Miami Heat and LeBron James and more. Sponsored by PrizePicks.com (five), BettorEdge.com/5Reasons and All Pro Construction Builders. 

PJ Tucker opted out but is expected to remain in Miami. Greg and Alex react to the news plus: • Beal Trade Options clarification •  Kyrie Irving news • Mo Bamba?  • Fav 6/20 moments   Sponsored by Water CleanUp of Florida, Prize Picks and TherapistPreferred.com.

We've been talking about this forever. But would Bradley Beal ever really leave Washington? And would the Miami Heat go all-in to get him? Ethan Skolnick, Greg Sylvander and Alex Toledo discuss the chances this time, whether it makes sense, and how the Kyle Lowry and Tyler Herro situations may play into it. Oh, and the role of Pat Riley in all this. Sponsored by TherapistPreferred.com (5RSN), PrizePicks, All Pro Construction Builders and Water Cleanup of Florida.

In the latest season review, we explore Bam Adebayo. What's his ideal position? Can the Miami Heat really get him 15 shots per game, like Pat Riley wants? And whose responsibility is that, mostly? Ethan Skolnick, Brady Hawk and Alex Toledo take some new spins on a frequent topic. Sponsored by BettorEdge.com/5Reasons, Prize Picks and All Pro Construction Builders.  

Keep? Trade? Or move down? And what are the best players available? Ethan Skolnick, Greg Sylvander and Brady Hawk discuss the Miami Heat's best options at No. 22. Sponsored by BettorEdge.com/5Reasons, PrizePicks and TherapistPreferred.com (5RSN).

How did the frontcourt players around Bam Adebayo fare in 2021-22 for the Miami Heat? And who should, and will, be back? At what price? Ethan Skolnick, Greg Sylvander and Alex Toledo discuss PJ Tucker, Caleb Martin, Omer Yurtseven, Dwayne Dedmon, Markieff Morris and more. Sponsored by UBreakWheelFix.com, PrizePicks.com and BettorEdge.com/5Reasons.

Jimmy Butler played like a superstar in the 2022 NBA playoffs. But again, it wasn't enough. So Ethan Skolnick is joined by Greg Sylvander, Alex Toledo and Brady Hawk to discuss what needs to happen now, with Butler's game, internal improvements or maybe names like Donovan Mitchell, Bradley Beal or Zach LaVine. Sponsored by PrizePicks.com (five), BettorEdge.com/5Reasons and Water Cleanup of Florida.

We continue our Miami Heat season reviews by discussing Duncan Robinson's fall from starter to non-regular rotation piece, and what the future holds for him; and Max Strus's ascent to starter and whether he can stay there. Ethan, Greg and Brady host. Sponsored by BettorEdge.com/5Reasons, PrizePicks and All Pro Construction Builders.

In the latest 2021-22 season review, Tyler Herro is in the spotlight. What to make of his strong season, struggling postseason and Pat Riley's comments? And what happens to him now? Starter? Fixture? Or possible trade? Ethan Skolnick, Alex Toledo and Greg Sylvander discuss. Sponsored by PrizePicks.com (five), BettorEdge.com/5Reasons and TherapistPreferred.com (5RSN).

Pat Riley addressed the media today on the Miami Heat's 2021-22 season and left us with many quotes and comments worth discussion.   Alex and Brady, both who were in attendance join Greg to discuss the major takeaways from this annual event.   Sponsored by PrizePicks, Water CleanUp of Florida, UBreakWheelFix

It's always an event. What will Miami Heat president Pat Riley say at his annual end-of-season press conference Monday? Ethan Skolnick, Greg Sylvander and Alex Toledo take their best guesses at Riley's posture related to Tyler Herro, Bam Adebayo, Victor Oladipo, the trade market and more.   Sponsored by BettorEdge.com/5Reasons, Prize Picks and All Pro Construction Builders.

In the first of a series of episodes evaluating the seasons of Miami Heat players, Kyle Lowry is in the spotlight. How do you balance a strong, if shortened, regular season with the struggles in an injury-plagued postseason? And what does it mean for the future? Sponsored by BettorEdge.com/5Reasons, PrizePicks (five), TherapistPreferred.com (5RSN) and UBreakWheelFix.com

The Miami Heat held their "exit interviews" with the media on Tuesday, and while only Erik Spoelstra and five players spoke, there were enough crumbs to chew on, entering the offseason. Ethan Skolnick, Alex Toledo and Brady Hawk were there -- and they're joined by Greg Sylvander to discuss Erik Spoelstra's assertion about Kyle Lowry, Tyler Herro's desire to start, Udonis Haslem's ownership plans and more. Sponsored by UBreakWheelFix.com, PrizePicks.com (five), TherapistPreferred.com (5RSN) and BettorEdge.com/5reasons

The Miami Heat beat most expectations this season, but couldn't beat the Boston Celtics in a Game 7 at home, falling late when Jimmy Butler -- brilliant again -- missed a pull-up 3 in transition.    As Erik Spoelstra said, "It ends with a thud."    Ethan Skolnick, Alex Toledo and Brady Hawk wrap up the final game from FTX Arena.   Sponsored by PrizePicks.com (five), BettorEdge.com/5Reasons, Water Cleanup of Florida and TherapistPreferred.com (5RSN).

Now that the Miami Heat have brought the Eastern Conference finals home for a Game 7, how do they properly finish the series? Sure, Jimmy Butler needs to be great again, but what else? Ethan Skolnick and Alex Toledo examine all the angles, including Kyle Lowry's "comeback," stifling Jayson Tatum and more. Sponsored by BettorEdge.com/5Reasons, PrizePicks.com (five), UBreakWheelFix.com and Galleria International Realty.

With the season on the line, and his knee still ailing, Jimmy Butler had one of the greatest performances in Miami Heat playoff history, to tie the Eastern Conference Finals at 3-3. His statline (47 points, 9 rebounds, 8 assists and 4 steals) only tells some of the story. Ethan Skolnick, Greg Sylvander and Brady Hawk tell the rest. Sponsored by BettorEdge.com/5Reasons, PrizePicks.com (five), All Pro Construction Builders, Eric Rubenstein attorney and TherapistPreferred.com (5RSN).

In a looser episode pulled from the Five Reasons YouTube channel, Ethan, Greg, Alex and Brady take viewer questions -- most of which are related to what the Miami Heat can do to win Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Finals, and extend their season. Sponsored by UBreakWheelFix.com, BettorEdge.com/5Reasons and PrizePicks.com (five).