Five On The Floor: Miami Heat/NBA

Dissecting The Athletic's View of the Heat's Giannis Chances 03.06.2026 28min

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-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 server for the most Heat anywhere! Get exclusive insider information, along with updates/stats/insights from the 5OTF crew and hang out with other Heat fans. https://discord.gg/5OTF (Scroll down after clicking)Our Sponsors:* Check out Cigars International and use my code FIVE for a great deal: https://www.cigarsinternational.com* Check out Mood and use my code FIVE for a great deal: https://mood.com* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Would a Giannis trade leave the Heat with too little? 03.06.2026 32min

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 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 server for the most Heat anywhere! Get exclusive insider information, along with updates/stats/insights from the 5OTF crew and hang out with other Heat fans. https://discord.gg/5OTF (Scroll down after clicking)Our Sponsors:* Check out Cigars International and use my code FIVE for a great deal: https://www.cigarsinternational.com* Check out Mood and use my code FIVE for a great deal: https://mood.com* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Miami Heat: Assessing the first round bigs in the NBA Draft 02.06.2026 1h 3min

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 server for the most Heat anywhere! Get exclusive insider information, along with updates/stats/insights from the 5OTF crew and hang out with other Heat fans. https://discord.gg/5OTF (Scroll down after clicking)Our Sponsors:* Check out Cigars International and use my code FIVE for a great deal: https://www.cigarsinternational.com* Check out Mood and use my code FIVE for a great deal: https://mood.com* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Giannis pursuit: How the increased draft pick value could impact an offer 30.05.2026 28min

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.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 server for the most Heat anywhere! Get exclusive insider information, along with updates/stats/insights from the 5OTF crew and hang out with other Heat fans. https://discord.gg/5OTF (Scroll down after clicking)Our Sponsors:* Check out Cigars International and use my code FIVE for a great deal: https://www.cigarsinternational.com* Check out Mood and use my code FIVE for a great deal: https://mood.com* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

How the Orlando Magic coaching hire could affect Heat, Giannis, more 29.05.2026 21min

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/heat/author/brady-hawkJoin us on our Off The Floor Discord server for the most Heat anywhere! Get exclusive insider information, along with updates/stats/insights from the 5OTF crew and hang out with other Heat fans. https://discord.gg/5OTF (Scroll down after clicking)Our Sponsors:* Check out Cigars International and use my code FIVE for a great deal: https://www.cigarsinternational.com* Check out Mood and use my code FIVE for a great deal: https://mood.com* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Giannis or Not? What Are the Miami Heat's Alternative Options? 29.05.2026 48min

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/author/alex-tol• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/brady-hawkJoin us on our Off The Floor Discord server for the most Heat anywhere! Get exclusive insider information, along with updates/stats/insights from the 5OTF crew and hang out with other Heat fans. https://discord.gg/5OTF (Scroll down after clicking)Our Sponsors:* Check out Cigars International and use my code FIVE for a great deal: https://www.cigarsinternational.com* Check out Mood and use my code FIVE for a great deal: https://mood.com* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Miami Heat offseason: Consider a Plan B other than Giannis? 28.05.2026 30min

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/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 server for the most Heat anywhere! Get exclusive insider information, along with updates/stats/insights from the 5OTF crew and hang out with other Heat fans. https://discord.gg/5OTF (Scroll down after clicking)Our Sponsors:* Check out Cigars International and use my code FIVE for a great deal: https://www.cigarsinternational.com* Check out Mood and use my code FIVE for a great deal: https://mood.com* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Miami Heat: Evaluating the wings in the NBA Draft 26.05.2026 57min

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/nba/heat/author/brady-hawkJoin us on our Off The Floor Discord server for the most Heat anywhere! Get exclusive insider information, along with updates/stats/insights from the 5OTF crew and hang out with other Heat fans. https://discord.gg/5OTF (Scroll down after clicking)Our Sponsors:* Check out Cigars International and use my code FIVE for a great deal: https://www.cigarsinternational.com* Check out Mood and use my code FIVE for a great deal: https://mood.com* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Is the Heat's offer for Giannis truly final? 25.05.2026 32min

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• 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 server for the most Heat anywhere! Get exclusive insider information, along with updates/stats/insights from the 5OTF crew and hang out with other Heat fans. https://discord.gg/5OTF (Scroll down after clicking)Our Sponsors:* Check out Cigars International and use my code FIVE for a great deal: https://www.cigarsinternational.com* Check out Mood and use my code FIVE for a great deal: https://mood.com* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Which unrestricted free agents the Miami Heat can target 23.05.2026 30min

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!• 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 server for the most Heat anywhere! Get exclusive insider information, along with updates/stats/insights from the 5OTF crew and hang out with other Heat fans. https://discord.gg/5OTF (Scroll down after clicking)Our Sponsors:* Check out Cigars International and use my code FIVE for a great deal: https://www.cigarsinternational.com* Check out Mood and use my code FIVE for a great deal: https://mood.com* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Evaluating the Giannis report out of Milwaukee 22.05.2026 21min

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://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/alex-tol• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/brady-hawkJoin us on our Off The Floor Discord server for the most Heat anywhere! Get exclusive insider information, along with updates/stats/insights from the 5OTF crew and hang out with other Heat fans. https://discord.gg/5OTF (Scroll down after clicking)Our Sponsors:* Check out Cigars International and use my code FIVE for a great deal: https://www.cigarsinternational.com* Check out Mood and use my code FIVE for a great deal: https://mood.com* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Miami Heat: Navigating a stacked first round guard class 22.05.2026 52min

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 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 server for the most Heat anywhere! Get exclusive insider information, along with updates/stats/insights from the 5OTF crew and hang out with other Heat fans. https://discord.gg/5OTF (Scroll down after clicking)Our Sponsors:* Check out Cigars International and use my code FIVE for a great deal: https://www.cigarsinternational.com* Check out Mood and use my code FIVE for a great deal: https://mood.com* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Keith Smith on the Miami Heat's offseason options, plan 21.05.2026 27min

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-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 server for the most Heat anywhere! Get exclusive insider information, along with updates/stats/insights from the 5OTF crew and hang out with other Heat fans. https://discord.gg/5OTF (Scroll down after clicking)Our Sponsors:* Check out Cigars International and use my code FIVE for a great deal: https://www.cigarsinternational.com* Check out Mood and use my code FIVE for a great deal: https://mood.com* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Markus Schulz, famed E11even & worldwide DJ, on the Miami Heat's "buzz" 20.05.2026 25min

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/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 server for the most Heat anywhere! Get exclusive insider information, along with updates/stats/insights from the 5OTF crew and hang out with other Heat fans. https://discord.gg/5OTF (Scroll down after clicking)Our Sponsors:* Check out Cigars International and use my code FIVE for a great deal: https://www.cigarsinternational.com* Check out Mood and use my code FIVE for a great deal: https://mood.com* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Miami Heat: Does watching Wemby and the WCF change the approach? 20.05.2026 27min

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 with Victor Wembanyama. They also discuss the possibility that Wemby’s playoff breakout may make the archetype of players like Kel'el Ware even more valuable around the league.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 server for the most Heat anywhere! Get exclusive insider information, along with updates/stats/insights from the 5OTF crew and hang out with other Heat fans. https://discord.gg/5OTF (Scroll down after clicking)Our Sponsors:* Check out Cigars International and use my code FIVE for a great deal: https://www.cigarsinternational.com* Check out Mood and use my code FIVE for a great deal: https://mood.com* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

A best-case Miami Heat build around Giannis? 19.05.2026 23min

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/author/alex-tol• https://www.si.com/nba/heat/author/brady-hawkJoin us on our Off The Floor Discord server for the most Heat anywhere! Get exclusive insider information, along with updates/stats/insights from the 5OTF crew and hang out with other Heat fans. https://discord.gg/5OTF (Scroll down after clicking)Our Sponsors:* Check out Cigars International and use my code FIVE for a great deal: https://www.cigarsinternational.com* Check out Mood and use my code FIVE for a great deal: https://mood.com* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

How can the Miami Heat compete with OKC, Spurs juggernauts 18.05.2026 19min

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 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 server for the most Heat anywhere! Get exclusive insider information, along with updates/stats/insights from the 5OTF crew and hang out with other Heat fans. https://discord.gg/5OTF (Scroll down after clicking)Our Sponsors:* Check out Cigars International and use my code FIVE for a great deal: https://www.cigarsinternational.com* Check out Mood and use my code FIVE for a great deal: https://mood.com* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Ranking the Miami Heat assets for a Giannis trade 15.05.2026 27min

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 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 server for the most Heat anywhere! Get exclusive insider information, along with updates/stats/insights from the 5OTF crew and hang out with other Heat fans. https://discord.gg/5OTF (Scroll down after clicking)Our Sponsors:* Check out Cigars International and use my code FIVE for a great deal: https://www.cigarsinternational.com* Check out Mood and use my code FIVE for a great deal: https://mood.com* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dwyane Wade preaches patience.... and the latest on Giannis 15.05.2026 29min

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/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 server for the most Heat anywhere! Get exclusive insider information, along with updates/stats/insights from the 5OTF crew and hang out with other Heat fans. https://discord.gg/5OTF (Scroll down after clicking)Our Sponsors:* Check out Cigars International and use my code FIVE for a great deal: https://www.cigarsinternational.com* Check out Mood and use my code FIVE for a great deal: https://mood.com* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Has the Miami Heat's strong development program become a hindrance? 14.05.2026 29min

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-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 server for the most Heat anywhere! Get exclusive insider information, along with updates/stats/insights from the 5OTF crew and hang out with other Heat fans. https://discord.gg/5OTF (Scroll down after clicking)Our Sponsors:* Check out Cigars International and use my code FIVE for a great deal: https://www.cigarsinternational.com* Check out Mood and use my code FIVE for a great deal: https://mood.com* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy