Best Alex Tobin Podcasts (2025)

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Are the Miami Heat better positioned than perceived? 23:49

1h ago23:49

23:49

Major Passons tends to be one of the more positive fanalysts in the Five Reasons Sports Network. He joins Ethan Skolnick to dispute claims that the Miami Heat are in a bad spot. Sponsors: InsuranceByLinnette.com and PrizePicks.com (FIVE) Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server for the most Heat anywhere! Get exclusive insider information, along…

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The Miami Heat and the East in Tiers 29:34

23h ago29:34

29:34

How would we separate the contenders from the pretenders in the weak Eastern Conference? And where do the Miami Heat fit? Ethan Skolnick and Alex Toledo divide into five tiers of three teams apiece. Sponsors: TheVaultTraining.online and PrizePicks.com (FIVE) Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server for the most Heat anywhere! Get exclusive insid…

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Miami Heat pairings we're curious to see 22:46

1d ago22:46

22:46

Now that the Miami Heat roster looks fairly formed for training camp, what are the pairings we are most interested in watching? Ethan Skolnick and Brady Hawk go through their lists, and try to include everyone. Sponsors: InsuranceByLinnette.com and PrizePicks.com (FIVE) Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server for the most Heat anywhere! Get exc…

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Caitlin Claps Back, Happy Gilmore Returns, and a Very Hailee Hard Knocks 52:24

2d ago52:24

52:24

The WNBA All Stars made a statement with just six words on a black shirt that read, “Pay Us What You Owe Us.” The tension continues to mount between the league and its players, who are asking for better pay and work conditions in their new CBA. But after an awkward press conference – where one All Star threw another under the bus – fans were left w…

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Where could the Miami Heat have been more proactive? 31:30

2d ago31:30

31:30

There are those who would like to see the Miami Heat do some things differently: @HotTakeHarry is one. Harrison Cytryn visits with Ethan Skolnick to go over moves he would have liked to have seen the Heat make, to increase their asset chest. Sponsors: PrizePicks.com (FIVE), InsuranceByLinnette.com Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server for the…

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Worst case scenarios for Miami Heat season (Part 2 of 2) 26:04

2d ago26:04

26:04

We gave you the best case. Now here's the worst. Is it about record or how it happens? Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander go doomsday for a change. Sponsors: RealEstateShoppeFL.com and PrizePicks.com (FIVE) Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server for the most Heat anywhere! Get exclusive insider information, along with updates/stats/insights fro…

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Explaining the Terry Rozier situation, as it stands 28:28

3d ago28:28

28:28

Terry Rozier has not been implicated, but he is one of the figures who has been investigated, related to betting patterns and player props. Ethan Skolnick and Bryan Fonseca explain the issues at hand. Sponsors: RealEstateShoppeFL.com and PrizePicks.com (FIVE) Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server for the most Heat anywhere! Get exclusive insi…

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Ranking the Miami Heat players in the Southeast Division 29:07

3d ago29:07

29:07

The Southeast Division hasn't been especially strong of late, but there are some signs of life. Ethan Skolnick and Eternal Bast partake in the challenging exercise of ranking the Miami Heat players in the tiers of the division. Sponsors: InsuranceByLinnette.com and PrizePicks.com (FIVE) Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server for the most Heat …

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Miami Heat: Grading Jakučionis & other Summer League Thoughts 26:01

4d ago26:01

26:01

Summer League is over for the Miami Heat and although the basketball wasn’t always pretty, the Heat did have the opportunity to evaluate many young prospects. Greg Sylvander & Digital Adel focus attention on recently drafted Kasperus Jakučionis, give their summer league grades for him and also highlight other HEAT prospects worth noting from the ga…

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Best case with this Miami Heat roster (Part 1 of 2) 42:13

5d ago42:13

42:13

If all goes right, in every way, how many games can this current Miami Heat roster win? Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander make their predictions, based on growth from several players and a coach finding the right roles. Sponsors: RealEstateShoppeFL.com and PrizePicks.com (FIVE) Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server for the most Heat anywhere!…

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Bam Adebayo at 28: What's the next step for Heat captain? 20:33

5d ago20:33

20:33

Miami Heat forward/center Bam Adebayo turned 28 on Friday. Ethan Skolnick and Eternal Bast discuss where his game has grown, and where it still can.... and must. Sponsors: InsuranceByLinnette.com and PrizePicks.com (FIVE) Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server for the most Heat anywhere! Get exclusive insider information, along with updates/st…

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Miami Heat: Should Erik Spoelstra continue being out(Spo)ken? 34:43

6d ago34:43

34:43

Erik Spoelstra surprised many, including Ethan Skolnick, when he called out Kel'el Ware for a lack of professionalism last week. Should Spoelstra lean into this approach going forward, after largely avoiding it during this coaching tenure? Sean Rochester and Mateo Mayorga join Ethan for both sides to this debate. Sponsors: RealEstateShoppeFL.com an…

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The Miami Heat's offensive pecking order: Tyler Herro and....? 32:28

7d ago32:28

32:28

After the midseason addition of Andrew Wiggins and the offseason acquisition of Norm Powell, the Miami Heat offense may have more diversity. So what with the shot split be now? Ethan Skolnick and Brady Hawk rank the options as they may fall, and even look at darkhorses for more attempts. Sponsors: InsuranceByLinnette.com and PrizePicks.com (FIVE) J…

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Miami Heat: Ware v. Jovic, who should start? 25:34

7d ago25:34

25:34

Kel'el Ware had two strong games in Vegas Summer League, after a slow start. Nikola Jovic has clearly impressed Erik Spoelstra this offseason, on his way to play for his national team. Who makes the most sense as a 2025-26 starter next to Bam Adebayo? Ethan and Alex discuss. Sponsors: RealEstateShoppeFL.com and PrizePicks.com (five) Join us on our …

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As LeBron-LA buzz picks up, what would stop a Heat reunion? 40:39

8d ago40:39

40:39

LeBron James and the Lakers are doing that dance, as it's clear they're not comfortable with each other. And there aren't many teams that could get in the mix for him. So again, Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander explore the Miami Heat angle. Sponsors: InsuranceByLinnette.com and PrizePicks.com (FIVE) Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server for …

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Meg thee Stallion Cuffs Klay, Sinner and Świątek Slay, and Tobin Heath’s Next Play 1:03:54

9d ago1:03:54

1:03:54

Meg thee Stallion is the newest NBA WAG. While we love to see our girl happy, we’re a little concerned about what it all means for Hot Girl Summer going forward. Across the pond, Swiatek and Sinner swept the Wimby finals, and the Royal family got first-row seats to the action…except for seven-year-old Prince Louis, who respectfully declined to show…

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Miami Heat: Larsson, Johnson, Ware stand out in Summer League win 40:18

10d ago40:18

40:18

Alex Toledo and Brady Hawk go over the Heat's first Vegas Summer League win, featuring big games from Kel'el Ware, Pelle Larsson and Keshad Johnson. Sponsors: PrizePicks (FIVE) Join 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 …

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Miami Heat: Where can Ware go from here? 15:53

10d ago15:53

15:53

After a bounce back performance in summer league, what's the next step for Kel'el Ware to earn the trust of Erik Spoelstra and the Miami Heat staff? Ethan Skolnick and Digital Adel discuss. Sponsors: RealEstateShoppeFL.com and PrizePicks.com (FIVE) Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server for the most Heat anywhere! Get exclusive insider informa…

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Should the Miami Heat poach a prospect? 15:33

10d ago15:33

15:33

The Miami Heat haven't seemed to have found an unpolished gem on their own roster so far in summer league. So should they look on another roster to fill two-way spots? Also, what's up with Keshad Johnson? Digital Adel speaks with Ethan Skolnick. Sponsors: InsuranceByLinnette.com and PrizePicks.com (FIVE) Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server …

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Miami Heat: Ware responds in Summer League blowout loss to Cavs 32:33

11d ago32:33

32:33

Brady Hawk and Alex Toledo go over another Summer League loss for the Miami Heat, including: how Kel'el Ware responded, Pelle Larsson's physical drives and wanting to see more from Kasparas Jakučionis. Sponsors: PrizePicks (FIVE) Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server for the most Heat anywhere! Get exclusive insider information, along with up…

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Erik Spoelstra calls out Ware, discusses Powell, more (Wes Goldberg joins) 27:52

11d ago27:52

27:52

In a departure from his usual public approach, Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra spoke -- during a small press gathering in Las Vegas -- of his disappointment with Kel'el Ware's professionalism. Ethan Skolnick and Wes Goldberg (of Locked on Heat) were two of those in attendance, so they do a crossover podcast from Thomas & Mack Center afterwards. Joi…

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Andrew Wiggins here for Miami Heat training camp? What's his role now? 25:15

12d ago25:15

25:15

While there have been trade rumors and reports regarding Andrew Wiggins, the Miami Heat seem inclined to keep the veteran until at least training camp. Now that Norm Powell has been acquired, Ethan Skolnick and Alex Toledo discuss what Wiggins might be asked to do most. Sponsors: InsuranceByLinnette.com and PrizePicks.com (FIVE) Join us on our Off …

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Miami Heat: Concerned about Kel'el Ware? 25:29

12d ago25:29

25:29

After a strong rookie season, Kel'el Ware has played in three summer league games.... and hasn't impressed all that much. Ethan Skolnick, who saw the struggles up close in Las Vegas on Friday, is joined by Eternal Bast to debate how much to worry about Ware's effort level. Sponsors: PrizePicks.com (FIVE) and RealEstateShoppeFL.com Join us on our Of…

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Miami Heat: Jakučionis shines despite loss to Hawks 14:39

13d ago14:39

14:39

Kasparas Jakučionis finally had his breakout game for Miami despite a 105-98 loss to the Atlanta Hawks on Friday in Vegas Summer League. Kel'el Ware and Pelle Larsson both played but had far different impacts as second year players in summer league. Javonte Cooke also made his case for two way contact consideration. Brady Hawk & Greg Sylvander reca…

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What are reasonable Miami Heat expectations? (Alphonse Sidney reappears) 41:38

14d ago41:38

41:38

Where are the Miami Heat headed, this season and beyond? Ethan Skolnick and Alex Toledo welcome back former co-host Alphonse Sidney (@ALF954 of Miami Heat Beat) for his latest opinions. Sponsors: InsuranceByLinnette.com and PrizePicks.com (FIVE) Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server for the most Heat anywhere! Get exclusive insider informatio…

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Satisfied Yet?: Brendan Tobin on the Miami Heat and more 39:50

14d ago39:50

39:50

After a historic radio meltdown, has WQAM's Brendan Tobin calmed down about the Miami Heat after their trade for Norm Powell? Tobin joins Ethan Skolnick and Brady Hawk on the Heat and other things South Florida sports. Sponsors: InsuranceByLinnette.com and PrizePicks.com (FIVE) Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server for the most Heat anywhere!…

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Miami Heat summer league: Ware, Larsson, Johnson, Jakucionis assessments 30:30

15d ago30:30

30:30

As the Miami Heat summer league team heads to Las Vegas, Ethan Skolnick and Eternal Bast evaluate four of the Heat's core young players. Sponsors: InsuranceByLinnette.com and PrizePicks.com (FIVE) Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server for the most Heat anywhere! Get exclusive insider information, along with updates/stats/insights from the 5OT…

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Courting Season at Wimbledon, Burrow’s Batmobile Reversal, and Live Tasting the Strawberry Pasta 46:30

15d ago46:30

46:30

Wimbledon’s serving more than just tennis. Celebs donned their Wimbledon whites while several top-seeded players bid us a “pip-pip cheerio” in early exits. Only three Americans remain, including Ben Shelton, who’s racking up wins and admirers – just ask Trinity Rodman. In other tennis news, Iga Swiatek shared her favorite post-game meal of strawber…

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How the Norm Powell acquisition reshapes the Jimmy Butler trade 33:16

15d ago33:16

33:16

Kyle Anderson, one of the pieces brought in for Jimmy Butler, was one of the players sent out for Norm Powell. Ethan Skolnick and Alex Toledo relitigate the Butler trade as it stands now.... and how it could look if Andrew Wiggins is moved as well. Sponsors: InsuranceByLinnette.com and PrizePicks.com (FIVE) Join us on our Off The Floor Discord serv…

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Miami Heat: Larsson and Johnson lead the way in Summer League win 22:48

16d ago22:48

22:48

Pelle Larsson & Keshad Johnson, both on standard contracts for next season, produced big for Miami in their 93-79 win over the Golden State Warriors.Brady Hawk & Greg Sylvander recap the action and discuss what they hope to see as the Heat travel to Las Vegas for the remainder of Summer League. Sponsors: PrizePicks (FIVE) Join us on our Off The Flo…

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Miami Heat: Now do they have enough shooting? 23:26

16d ago23:26

23:26

Simone Fontecchio was introduced to the Miami Heat media group Tuesday, and it got us thinking -- with his addition, and that of Norm Powell, do the Miami Heat now have the potential of a competent shooting core? Ethan Skolnick and Alex Toledo look at who needs to make a leap to make that so. Sponsors: RealEstateShoppeFL.com and PrizePicks.com (FIV…

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After adding Norm Powell, what's next for Miami Heat? 21:27

16d ago21:27

21:27

With a new 20-point scorer in the rotation, the Miami Heat still seem to have needs, especially up front. Eternal Bast joins Ethan Skolnick to speculate on what should be done to fill the holes. Does it mean trading Andrew Wiggins for a front court player? Sponsors: InsuranceByLinnette.com and PrizePicks.com (FIVE) Join us on our Off The Floor Disc…

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Norm Powell trade: How does he fit with Herro, others? 26:39

17d ago26:39

26:39

Norm Powell is the newest member of the Miami Heat. He's been a scorer as a starter and off the bench. What will he do in Miami? And what's the offensive fit with Tyler Herro? Brady Hawk breaks it down for Ethan Skolnick. Sponsors: InsuranceByLinnette.com and PrizePicks.com (FIVE) Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server for the most Heat anywhe…

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Trade! Miami Heat acquire Norm Powell for Kevin Love, Kyle Anderson 28:16

17d ago28:16

28:16

In an effort to stay competitive this season while keeping future options open, the Miami Heat traded with the Clippers and Jazz and netted a solid scorer, Norm Powell, after years of interest in him. Ethan Skolnick and Alex Toledo have the quick reaction. Sponsors: InsuranceByLinnette.com and PrizePicks (FIVE) Join us on our Off The Floor Discord …

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Miami Heat: Jakučionis' rough start continues in blowout loss 21:30

18d ago21:30

21:30

The Miami Heat failed to win any of the 4 quarters in a 103-83 route at the hands of the Los Angeles Lakers in the California Classic NBA Summer League.Kel'el Ware showed flashes, while as Kasparas Jakučionis struggled with 5 turnovers and 0 made field goals. Brady Hawk & Greg Sylvander recap the action. Sponsors: PrizePicks (FIVE) Join us on our O…

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Miami Heat: Jakucionis struggles in sloppy summer league victory 23:27

19d ago23:27

23:27

The Miami Heat played an uneven game but ultimately came out on top 82-69 in game one of the California classic. Kasparas Jakučionis had an uneven start, but the team saw nice flashes from Pelle Larsson among others. Greg Sylvander & Brady Hawk recap the action. Sponsors: PrizePicks (FIVE) Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server for the most He…

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Bradley Beal.... again? Don't Miami Heat fans want to go young? 26:53

20d ago26:53

26:53

In another recurring series, about a particular player, there are rumors of the Miami Heat making a run at Bradley Beal.... especially if the Phoenix Suns buy him out. And some fans seem in favor, if the price is right. But doesn't that go against the idea of giving opportunities to Miami's young players? Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander try to ma…

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Miami Heat current roster: Will they shoot straight? 25:31

21d ago25:31

25:31

If the Miami Heat are largely running back last season's end-of-season roster, as it appears for now, we have some questions. Such as, how will they shoot from deep? Ethan Skolnick and Brady Hawk look at a group that is lacking shooting specialists. Sponsors: RealEstateShoppeFL.com and PrizePicks.com (FIVE) Join us on our Off The Floor Discord serv…

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Dame again? Should the Miami Heat pursue the injured guard? 22:01

22d ago22:01

22:01

Dame Lillard is available now, and still likes the idea of coming to the Miami Heat. But is it too late for that? Does it make sense to stash him for a season, even at a friendly contract? Ethan Skolnick and Alex Toledo go back to an old topic, that has new circumstances. Sponsors: RealEstateShoppeFL.com and PrizePicks.com (FIVE) Join us on our Off…

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Ranking Duncan Robinson.... and the Miami Heat's all-time undrafteds 27:26

22d ago27:26

27:26

Duncan Robinson's Miami Heat career has ended, and it was more memorable than most. Sean Rochester joins Ethan Skolnick to give his list of the 10 most impactful Heat stints by undrafted players. Sponsors: RealEstateShoppeFL.com and PrizePicks.com (FIVE) Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server for the most Heat anywhere! Get exclusive insider i…

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Miami Heat: Duncan Robinson sign-and-traded to Detroit 17:41

23d ago17:41

17:41

After a long, record-breaking career with the Miami Heat, Duncan Robinson is moving on, in a sign-and-trade for Pistons forward Simone Fontecchio. Ethan Skolnick (with Greg Sylvander) explains why it played out this way. Sponsors: RealEstateShoppeFL.com and PrizePicks.com (FIVE) Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server for the most Heat anywhere…

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LeBron’s Farewell Tour, Brady-Sweeney Sweetness, and the WNBA Expands 57:15

23d ago57:15

57:15

This week in Pretty Boys of the NFL, Tom Brady apparently hit it off with Sydney Sweeney at the Bezos-Sànchez wedding across the pond in Venice. Blake begs the very important question — can Tom Brady even flirt? Back home, Tight End University kicked off, where players came for the football and stayed for an impromptu Taylor Swift concert. Thanks, …

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Five most interesting teams in NBA free agency so far 19:53

23d ago19:53

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Houston? Atlanta? As they wait for the Miami Heat to do something, Ethan Skolnick and Brady Hawk name their five most interesting moves -- and teams -- of the first 18 hours of NBA free agency. Sponsors: RealEstateShoppeFL.com and PrizePicks.com (five) Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server for the most Heat anywhere! Get exclusive insider inf…

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Miami Heat: Free agency primer 18:11

24d ago18:11

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As the time nears for the start of NBA free agency, what do the Miami Heat have available to spend? And on whom? Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander quickly set the stage. Sponsors: RealEstateShoppeFL.com and PrizePicks.com (FIVE) Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server for the most Heat anywhere! Get exclusive insider information, along with upd…

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LeBron wants out of Lakers? Do we dare say Miami? 33:59

24d ago33:59

33:59

LeBron James may be on the move.... again, as his agent Rich Paul suggests there's concern about the Lakers' direction. Could Miami get involved? Would they? And how? Ethan Skolnick and Alex Toledo indulge in the conversation, while naming more likely landing spots for LeBron. Sponsors: CashAPP (ONTHEFLOOR) and PrizePicks.com (FIVE) Join us on our …

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Duncan Robinson exercises option to leave Miami Heat, but will he? 23:56

25d ago23:56

23:56

Duncan Robinson surprised some by leaving money on the table -- for now -- and exercising an early termination option. But that may not mean he's gone. Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander explore the possibilities for both parties. Sponsors: CashApp (ONTHEFLOOR), PrizePicks.com (FIVE) Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server for the most Heat anyw…

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Miami Heat offseason: Keep or trade Andrew Wiggins? 35:23

25d ago35:23

35:23

Andrew Wiggins put up solid regular season numbers after his acquisition from Golden State, but the impact wasn't always there, especially in the playoffs. Ethan Skolnick and Eternal Bast discuss whether it makes sense to see what Wiggins can provide this season, or whether the Miami Heat should deal him and clear the path for others. Sponsors: Cas…

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Davion Mitchell re-signs with Miami Heat for two seasons 19:01

26d ago19:01

19:01

The Miami Heat acquired Davion Mitchell at the trade deadline, and were pleased with what they saw. The dogged defender re-signed with the Heat rather than test restricted free agency -- two years, $24 million. Ethan Skolnick and Brady Hawk discuss a move they both endorsed. Sponsors: CashApp (ONTHEFLOOR) and PrizePicks.com (FIVE) Join us on our Of…

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The Miami Heat summer league roster: Ware, Larsson, more 24:56

26d ago24:56

24:56

The Miami Heat are coming off a summer league championship. But who is coming back? How much will the first round pick, Kasparas Jakucionis play? And who might surprise? Ethan Skolnick hosts with Digital Adel. Sponsors: CashApp (ONTHEFLOOR) and PrizePicks.com (FIVE) Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server for the most Heat anywhere! Get exclusi…

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The Miami Heat's big decisions: Duncan, Davion, Kuminga? (Yossi Gozlan joins) 33:40

26d ago33:40

33:40

NBA salary cap expert Yossi Gozlan (capsheets.com and The Third Apron newsletter and YouTube) joins Ethan Skolnick and Alex Toledo to discuss all that's on the Miami Heat's plate, from Duncan Robinson's early termination option to the chances of moving Andrew Wiggins and acquiring Jonathan Kuminga. Sponsors: CashApp (ONTHEFLOOR) and PrizePicks.com …

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