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This week I am joined by Greg Sylvander of The Five Reasons Sports Network as we discuss some of the biggest topics surrounding the Miami Heat thus far. - Bam Adebayo injury - Duncan Robinson resurgence - Jaime Jaquez ROTY? -Trade Talk!!!!! Follow us on Twitter: @PlaybookSN Follow us on Instagram: @playbook.sports Visit our website www.playbooksn.com for all podcasts, articles, and future bets Check out our sponsor on Parlay Play: Daily Fantasy and use promo code: PLAYBOOK for 100% deposit match. Check out our new sponsor at BetAyltics.com and when you do use code: PLAYBOOK for 25% off. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jordan-alfasa/support
The Five on the Floor crew from the Five Reasons Sports Network joins Jeremy on this week's episode of Miami Mic'd Up! Ethan, Brady, Greg, and Alex share the origin story of their podcast and how their Miami Heat coverage started. Then, Jeremy and the crew dive into the Heat's up and down season, Bam Adebayo's continued ascension, Victor Oladipo & Gabe Vincent, potential trades, and more...
In this episode of Hoopsology, Matt, and Justin welcome co-host of the Five on the Floor podcast, Greg Sylvander. Greg covers the Miami Heat and he provides great insight on a variety of Heat topics which include why Jimmy Butler fits with Miami perfectly, the future of Tyler Herro, can the Heat make a deep playoff run, and whether will Miami make any moves at the trade deadline. Please email your questions to hoopsologypod@gmail.com and follow us on all social media platforms. Subscribe to our YouTube channel. Twitter:@hoopsologypod Instagram:@hoopsologypod Justin's Twitter: @Justintime16 Matt Thomas Twitter: @thetrainerstake
Welcome, welcome, welcome to our postgame show! Hangover Time is hosted by Alphonse Sidney and he's joined by Tiffany Meeks, Siobhan Beslow, BrassJazz, Franky Garcia and Giancarlo Navas (along with special segments from Five on the Floor's Alex Toledo and Greg Sylvander) to discuss: Hart-breaker Should Caleb be in the starting lineup? Tale of two halves. Hot shooting goes cold. Bron's book report: The Handmaid's Tale and more! TICKPICK.COM/HEATBEAT today and use the promo code HEATBEAT to save $10 on your first order of NBA tickets! Join our discord to be able to ask guests questions CLICK FOR THE DISCORD CHAT INVITE https://discord.gg/Ctk9h4SGaB STREAMS ON Twitch.Tv/MiamiHeatBeat BUY OUR NEW MERCH! shop.miamiheatbeat.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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).
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 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
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).
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).
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
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.
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.
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).
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.
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
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).
The Miami Heat still can't shoot straight, and it cost them in Game 5, as they fell behind 3-2 in the Eastern Conference Finals. Jimmy Butler doesn't look like himself; Kyle Lowry was a statistical no-show; and Max Strus and others are still scuffling. How do the Heat get back up? Should Tyler Herro try to play, even if he's not 100% either? Ethan Skolnick, Greg Sylvander and Alex Toledo were all at FTX Arena on an ugly night. Sponsored by Water Cleanup of Florida, BettorEdge.com/5Reasons and PrizePicks (five)
With Ethan Skolnick covering Heat-Celtics at TD Garden for Game 4, Greg Sylvander and Alex Toledo hop on to talk about the other reasons the Heat got molly-whopped in Boston, including a shockingly bad performance from the starting unit. We also went over some series trends/perspective as well as positive takeaways from bench players before heading back to Miami for a best of 3, with 2 at home. Sponsors: TherapistPreferred.com, PrizePicks (FIVE), WaterCleanUp Of Florida
That one will be remembered. Without Jimmy Butler for the second half, and with PJ Tucker and Kyle Lowry coming off injuries, the Miami Heat somehow weathered a Celtics comeback -- largely due to one of the most impressive performances of Bam Adebayo's career. Now, with the Heat up 2-1 in the Eastern Conference Finals, Ethan Skolnick, Brady Hawk and Greg Sylvander explain how it happened, and what's next for Game 4. Sponsored by Eric Rubenstein attorney, PrizePicks.com (five), TherapistPreferred.com (5RSN) and MarcBrownPA.com.
There's no way around it. Jimmy Butler needs help. He had it in the regular season, but he's not getting it now, especially from the expected bridges to the next Miami Heat era, Tyler Herro and Bam Adebayo. Why? Scheme? Stage? Rotation? And what's the implication for the future? Ethan Skolnick, Greg Sylvander, Alex Toledo and Brady Hawk discuss. Sponsored by PrizePicks.com (five), BettorEdge.com/5Reasons, CPT-Florida.com and UBreakWheelFix.com
The Miami Heat played a masterful 2nd half to propel them to a 1-0 series lead with a 118-107 victory over the Boston Celtics at FTX Arena. Jimmy Butler led the way with 41 points, 9 rebounds, 5 assists, 4 steals, 3 blocks. Greg Sylvander and Sean Rochester react to Game 1 as they discuss this tale of two halves and what Miami did to seize victory in the 2nd half. Sponsored by TherapistPreferred, PrizePicks (FIVE) and Water Clean Up of Florida
A quintessential Miami Heat performance, led by Erik Spoelstra, but with contributions up and down the rotation, closed out the Philadelphia 76ers in Game 6 of the second round of the 2022 playoffs. Ethan Skolnick, Greg Sylvander and Brady Hawk commemorate a truly connected, spirited performance, which validated many front office decisions and the roles of many on the roster. Now it's onto the Eastern Conference Finals, leaving Joel Embiid and James Harden behind. Sponsored by PrizePicks.com, All Pro Construction Builders, Water Cleanup of Florida and Eric Rubenstein attorney.
Jimmy Butler has been one of the best players in the NBA postseason, and is having one of the best postseasons in Miami Heat history. So why isn't everyone on every NBA show talking about it? Ethan Skolnick, Greg Sylvander and Alex Toledo put Butler's recent play into perspective, and try to comprehend why only Miami Heat fans are touting it. Also, a look at what the Philadelphia 76ers might try against Butler in Game 6. Sponsored by PrizePicks.com, TherapistPreferred.com, UBreakWheelFix.com and CPT-Florida.com.
The Miami Heat were victorious over the Philadelphia 76ers 120-85 in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Semi-finals. Jimmy Butler led the way but this was a balanced blowout that saw 7 Heat players score in double figures. Greg Sylvander and Sean Rochester recap all the action from Game 5 and look ahead to Game 6 in Philadelphia. Sponsored by Prizepicks.com (FIVE), Water CleanUp of Florida and TherapistPreferred.com Attachments area
Joel Embiid returned for the Philadelphia 76ers, and Kyle Lowry returned for the Miami Heat, but the Heat's offense disappeared in a Game 3 loss. Jimmy Butler found his game in the third quarter, but no one provided any support, with his teammates making just 15 of 55 shots. Ethan Skolnick, Greg Sylvander and Brady Hawk discuss the defeat, and whether it was related to attitude, the additions, the lineups or just a little bit of luck. Sponsored by Eric Rubenstein (attorney), PrizePicks.com (code: five), TherapistPreferred.com (code: 5RSN).
With Joel Embiid out, and James Harden scuffling, the Miami Heat rolled in the second half to take a 1-0 lead over the Philadelphia 76ers in the second round. Tyler Herro and Bam Adebayo, after quiet offensive series against the Atlanta Hawks, were the catalysts -- but Miami also got a strong night from PJ Tucker. Ethan Skolnick (at FTX Arena) is joined by Greg Sylvander and Sean Rochester, as they discuss Herro outplaying Harden, the rotation decisions that had Victor Oladipo ahead of Duncan Robinson, and more. Sponsors: TherapistPreferred.com, PrizePicks (FIVE), Water Cleanup of FL
In an off day edition of Five on the Floor, Ethan Skolnick, Greg Sylvander and Alex Toledo evaluate Erik Spoelstra's growth as a coach, and reveal the greatest challenges he will face -- inside and outside his team -- during the rest of the Miami Heat's playoff run. Sponsored by CPT-Florida.com, UBreakWheelFix.com and PrizePicks.com
Ky Carlin of Sixers Wire joins Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander to preview a second round series between the Miami Heat and Philadelphia 76ers that will begin without Joel Embiid or Kyle Lowry. Do the 76ers have a shot? And what's James Harden's future? Sponsored by Water Cleanup of Florida, PrizePicks.com (five) and TherapistPreferred.com (5RSN).
The Miami Heat eliminated the Atlanta Hawks in the Eastern Conference quarterfinals 4-1 with a 97-94 victory in Game 5. Victor Oladipo started in place of Jimmy Butler and sparked the victory with his impressive play. Jonathan Ramlakan joins Greg Sylvander to break down all the action. They also discuss the things in this series they think are informative as we look ahead to the next round. Sponsored by PrizePicks (FIVE), Water Clean Up of Florida, TherapistPreferred.com
In an episode of "Starting 9" from the Five Reasons Sports YouTube channel, host Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander take viewer questions and debate rotation, Victor Oladipo and other topics in advance of the Miami Heat's Game 5 of the first round against the Atlanta Hawks. The Heat lead 3-1. Sponsored by PrizePicks.com and All Pro Construction Builders.
Royal Shepherd, the host of PostUp5R, joins Ethan Skolnick, Alex Toledo and Greg Sylvander to debate five common narratives about the Miami Heat, including those about players Jimmy Butler, Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro. Warning: this one is a little PG-13 (and not for Paul George). Sponsored by Water Cleanup of Florida, UBreakWheelFix, PrizePicks and Therapist Preferred.
The Brooklyn Nets beat the Cleveland Cavaliers in the opening play-in game, meaning they will not face the Miami Heat in the first round. So it looks like the Heat's plan -- get the top seed you can -- played out perfectly, with Brooklyn, Boston and Milwaukee in the opposite bracket. Ethan Skolnick, Alex Toledo and Greg Sylvander discuss how expectations have changed, as the East now very much could run through Miami. Sponsored by TherapistPreferred.com (5RSN), PrizePicks.com (five) and MarcBrownPA.com.
The Miami Heat lost their final game of the regular season, but it was still a good day. First, the East bracket set up about as well as Miami could have hoped. And then, Victor Oladipo scored 40 to show he will be ready if needed in the postseason. Ethan Skolnick, Greg Sylvander and Brady Hawk discuss the path to the Finals, and whether Oladipo could play a role. Plus, an update on Bam Adebayo's status. Sponsored by Eric Rubenstein attorney, WaterCleanupFlorida.com and PrizePicks.com (five.).
The Miami Heat set an all-time single game record for 3-pointers in a game, scoring 144 points in a rout of the Charlotte Hornets. Ethan Skolnick and Timothy Bain were at the arena, and are joined by Brady Hawk and Greg Sylvander for a recap -- which includes an assessment of Tyler Herro's game, Victor Oladipo's DNP, Duncan Robinson's revival and more. Sponsored by All Pro Construction Builders, PrizePicks.com and TherapistPreferred.com
Nothing to complain about tonight. Or there shouldn't be. Without Jimmy Butler, Erik Spoelstra and others, the Miami Heat solidified their hold on the top spot in the East with a come-from-behind win in Toronto. And they did so on Kyle Lowry night -- with big performances from Max Strus, Tyler Herro and Victor Oladipo. Ethan Skolnick, Greg Sylvander and Alex Toledo take you through it. Sponsored by City Cigar Lounge, UBreakWheelFix.com, PrizePicks.com and Eric Rubenstein attorney.
As the regular season winds down, with a swing through Chicago and Toronto, Ethan Skolnick covered practice and got some insights on recent Miami Heat moves -- and the plans from here. Greg Sylvander joins. Sponsored by City Cigar Lounge, GetSalis.com (5RSN), Manscaped.com (5RSN) and TherapistPreferred.com (5RSN).
Greg Sylvander, Alex Toledo & Brady Hawk react to Ethan Skolnick's reporting to start the show. We then shift to answering questions from our Off The Floor subscribers and discuss the upcoming matchup with Boston and a lot more. Episode sponsored by PrizePicks.com (five), GetSalis.com, TherapistPreferred.com (5RSN) and WaterCleanUpflorida.com
There's no margin for error anymore. Ethan Skolnick, Alex Toledo and Greg Sylvander discuss all the Miami Heat's key players... and what fixes are required to get things back on track. Sponsored by: All Pro Construction Builders UBreakWheelFix PrizePicks Therapist Preferred Get Salis
The Miami Heat lost their fourth straight, and this time didn't wait until the fourth quarter to collapse, completely overwhelmed by Kevin Durant and the Brooklyn Nets. Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander discuss whether it's time for an expectations adjustment, as Miami falls from the top seed in the East. Sponsored by WaterCleanupFlorida.com, PrizePicks.com and TherapistPreferred.com.
In an episode pulled from the Five Reasons YouTube channel, Ethan Skolnick, Greg Sylvander and Alex Toledo are joined by Allana Tachauer to discuss what they've heard since the Miami Heat's infamous huddle -- and what it means now. Sponsored by All Pro Construction Builders and MarcBrownPA.com. #MiamiHeat #JimmyButler #ErikSpoelstra
The Miami Heat got wrecked by a shorthanded team again, this time the Golden State Warriors without Steph Curry and Draymond Green and Klay Thompson. But all the talk was about the huddle confrontation, with Jimmy Butler on one side, and Erik Spoelstra and Udonis Haslem on the other. What may have led to it? What do previous Heat confrontation tell us? And might the rotation be the real issue with this team? Ethan Skolnick has some inside insight, and brings on Greg Sylvander to discuss. Sponsored by WaterCleanupFlorida.com, UBreakWheelFix.com, GetSalis.com, TherapistPreferred.com and PrizePicks.com.
It's the new hot topic on Twitter, so Ethan Skolnick, Greg Sylvander and Brady Hawk examine some concerns about Jimmy Butler -- from availability to shooting to crunch time play to facing long defenders. What's real? What's not? How close does Butler need to be to Bubble Butler for the Heat to win a title? And is he still Miami's best player? Sponsored by NordVPN.com/5RSN, GetSalis.com (5RSN), TherapistPreferred.com (5RSN) and All Pro Construction Builders.
What should the Miami Heat prioritize at the end of the season? Greg Sylvander brings an update on what matters most to Miami, and Ethan Skolnick and Alex Toledo join to debate whether that's best. Or should they try to avoid the Brooklyn Nets? Sponsored by Water Cleanup of Florida, PrizePicks.com and TherapistPreferred.com