Best Spoelstra Podcasts (2024)

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Miami Heat: Closing a strong preseason 37:05

3h ago37:05

37:05

We had a number of questions about the Miami Heat entering the preseason, and they managed to answer most positively. What does this mean as the regular season begins? Ethan, Alex, Greg and Brady are all here to assess it. Sponsors: BettorEdge.com (5RSN), Water Cleanup of Florida Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server! Get exclusive insider in…

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Miami Heat: Assessing Pat Riley's latest comments 32:33

6h ago32:33

32:33

Pat Riley met with a few members of the media to speak about Jimmy Butler, Tyler Herro, Bam Adebayo and the team at large. Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander break down his comments. Sponsors: RealEstateShoppeFL.com, PrizePicks (promo code: FIVE, or simply click here: (click here for $50 instantly when you play $5 at signup using code FIVE, or simpl…

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Miami Heat: Running it back.... smarter? The Bam evolution & more 31:36

1d ago31:36

31:36

Brady Hawk joked that the Miami Heat would be running it back harder, with key players playing more. But it's more than that so far. Erik Spoelstra has gotten in the lab to maximize the current roster. Brady joins Ethan Skolnick to discuss what Bam's spacing is doing to help others, rotation changes and more. Sponsors: UBreakWheelFix and BettorEdge…

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Another Miami Heat preseason win.... and three recurring themes 30:53

2d ago30:53

30:53

The Miami Heat coaching staff clearly emphasized three things this offseason, and Ethan Skolnick, Alex Toledo and Major Passons discuss them, after the Heat win another preseason game. Jimmy Butler scored 24. Sponsors: PrizePicks (click here for $50 instantly when you play $5 at signup using code FIVE, or simply click here: https://prizepicks.oneli…

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Miami Heat: Butler, Adebayo sharp; Heat defeat Spurs 26:13

3d ago26:13

26:13

The Miami Heat were led by sharp play by Bam Adebayo and Jimmy Butler, as well as getting key contributions from multiple lineups. Greg Sylvander and Digital Adel break down the game and discuss what stood out most from the Miami Heat's victory over San Antonio. Sponsors: Water Cleanup of Florida & PrizePicks (promo code: FIVE, or simply click here…

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Miami Heat: What does Pat Riley Court signify? 38:17

4d ago38:17

38:17

The Miami made a decision to name their court after team president Pat Riley. Ethan and Greg discuss the significance of what Riley has done and what it means for the future. Sponsors: BettorEdge.com/5Reasons, UBreakWheelFix.com Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server! Get exclusive insider information, along with updates/stats/insights from th…

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Miami Heat: Rozier & Herro lead Heat to win, are the starters solidified? 22:25

5d ago22:25

22:25

The Miami Heat seem to have honed in on a starting unit as the regular season approaches, and it was on full display against the New Orleans Pelicans. The Heat won 101-99 behind balanced efforts from Terry Rozier, Tyler Herro and others. Greg Sylvander, Sean Rochester and Digital Adel breakdown the action. Sponsors: Water Cleanup of Florida & Prize…

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Miami Heat: What are roles for Larsson, Burks with everyone back? 27:19

6d ago27:19

27:19

Jaime Jaquez, Jr. and Tyler Herro are expected back soon, and Josh Richardson not long after that. What does that mean for Pelle Larsson and Alec Burks in particular? Ethan, Alex and Brady project their roles. Sponsors: RealEstateShoppeFL.com and PrizePicks.com (promo code: FIVE, or just click here: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/ivHR/FIVE) Join us …

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Miami Heat in the Stained Glass Tier: Howard Beck joins 34:33

7d ago34:33

34:33

Howard Beck (new to The Ringer) recently divided all the NBA teams into tiers, based on the clarity of their direction. He had the Miami Heat in the fourth of five tiers: the Stained Glass Tier, where it looks a little fuzzy in the light. Ethan Skolnick speaks with Howard about all the tiers, and why he put the Heat where he did. Sponsors: BettorEd…

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"Rook 2" & the new rook: Interviews w/ Josh Richardson & Kel'el Ware 22:03

8d ago22:03

22:03

In the last of our interview series from Miami Heat media day and training camp, Ethan, Brady and Alex speak with 2015 second-round pick Josh Richardson and 2024 first round pick Kel'el Ware. Sponsor: PrizePicks.com (promo code: FIVE, or simply click here: (https://prizepicks.onelink.me/ivHR/FIVE) Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server! Get ex…

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Miami Heat: Is their roster balance its best in years? 30:10

9d ago30:10

30:10

Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander break down the Miami Heat's roster one of the ways that the team does it: by age bracket. Is this the most balanced group in that sense, since a team more than 20 years ago? (They also address some social media chatter that came out of the "Starting Five" series on Netflix, featuring Jimmy Butler). Sponsors: UBreak…

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The Surprise of Suffering and Empowering Truth {Amy Lively} 49:08

8d ago49:08

49:08

How do you expect the story to go, once you begin following Jesus? Do you anticipate bigger and better realities for your life? Have you considered suffering might be part of the equation? In this episode of Live Like It's True, Amy Lively and I discuss Peter's misconception about suffering and the hopeful truth that Jesus offers him. Guest: Amy Li…

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Miami Heat: Ware shows potential in first preseason game 29:59

10d ago29:59

29:59

In a game in which Erik Spoelstra nearly evenly distributed minutes between 15 players (and played two others), Kel'el Ware jumped out with a three-block possession. Is he showing he should get playing time in the regular season? Ethan, Alex and Greg wrap up the game, and start the Ware debate. Sponsors: UBreakWheelFix.com, PrizePicks.com (promo co…

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Where are Miami Heat in NBA GM Survey? 38:42

10d ago38:42

38:42

Ethan Skolnick and Sean Rochester review the results of the annual NBA GM survey. A lot of praise for Erik Spoelstra and some for Bam Adebayo, but absent elsewhere. Did the GMs get it right? Sponsors: WaterCleanup of Florida, PrizePicks.com (five) Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server! Get exclusive insider information, along with updates/sta…

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Balancing Dating and Single Parenting: With guest Hsin Chen 34:35

1d ago34:35

34:35

Are you a single parent navigating the complexities of dating? Join Michelle Dempsey-Multack on The Moving On Method® as she sits down with Hsin Chen, a fellow single parent, to discuss strategies for balancing your personal life with the demands of parenthood. Learn valuable tips on: Prioritizing your needs: Discover how to make time for yourself …

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Miami Heat: Bam, Larsson show out in Red, White & Pink game 23:04

11d ago23:04

23:04

Ethan, Brady & Alex wrap up what was an interesting scrimmage, including Bam launching from three and Arizona teammates Pelle Larsson and Keshad Johnson each showing out. Sponsors: Water Clean Up of Florida, PrizePicks, (direct promo code link: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/ivHR/FIVE ) Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server! Get exclusive insi…

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Miami Heat: Scrimmage preview 24:21

12d ago24:21

24:21

We'll get a look at some different lineup at Monday's Red, White & Pink scrimmage. Ethan Skolnick and Brady Hawk speak about what they'll find most interesting tonight. Sponsors: UBreakWheelFix.com and Water Cleanup of Florida Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server! Get exclusive insider information, along with updates/stats/insights from the …

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The Arizona Guys: Interview w/ Pelle Larsson & Keshad Johnson (plus Nasir Little) 31:46

13d ago31:46

31:46

In another set of interviews from Miami Heat media day, Ethan, Alex and Brady speak with the two newcomers from the University of Arizona (Pelle Larsson & Keshad Johnson) together, and then with former first-round pick Nasir Little. Sponsors: Water Clean Up of Florida Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server! Get exclusive insider information, a…

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"Just Want to Improve": Jaime Jaquez Jr. interview (+ Kevin Love) 19:08

13d ago19:08

19:08

Two more interviews from Ethan Skolnick from the Miami Heat's training camp in the Bahamas. First, Jaime Jaquez Jr. on his goals for his second season. Then, Kevin Love on playing 17 years, and what it means to him. Sponsors: UBreakWheelFix.com Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server! Get exclusive insider information, along with updates/stats/…

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Spo on LeBron, Curry, KD in Olympics (+ Herro reveals a shooting change) 14:47

14d ago14:47

14:47

Three short interviews from Miami Heat training camp in the Bahamas. First, a short clip Bam Adebayo on his time with the Olympics with Erik Spoelstra. Then a short 1-on-1 with Erik Spoelstra on what he took from the routines of LeBron James, Stephen Curry, Steve Kerr and Kevin Durant as an Olympics assistant. And finally, a quick walkaway with Tyl…

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"I Got To Lock In": Nikola Jovic interview (+ Josh Christopher) 33:46

15d ago33:46

33:46

The latest in our interview series. At media day, Ethan Skolnick, Brady Hawk & Alex Toledo spoke to third-year forward Nikola Jovic about his growth, his role, his future and more. Also, an interview with Josh Christopher, the former first round pick who was the summer league MVP and earned a two-way spot. Sponsors: PrizePicks (FIVE) Join us on our…

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"Time to Silence the Haters": Terry Rozier interview (plus Isaiah Stevens) 18:26

16d ago18:26

18:26

Terry Rozier is in his first Miami Heat training camp, after his 2023-24 midseason acquisition. And he's heard the doubters. Ethan Skolnick speaks with him in the Bahamas. Bonus: a conversation with another point guard, Isaiah Stevens, after Stevens impressed in summer league. Sponsor: BettorEdge.com (5RSN) Join us on our Off The Floor Discord serv…

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"Still Here": Duncan Robinson & Haywood Highsmith interviews 26:46

17d ago26:46

26:46

To start our series of exclusive player interviews, Ethan Skolnick, Brady Hawk and Alex Toledo spoke to a couple of Miami Heat mainstays, Duncan Robinson and Haywood Highsmith. Sponsor: PrizePicks.com (code: FIVE) Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server! Get exclusive insider information, along with updates/stats/insights from the 5OTF crew and…

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Miami Heat training camp: Leaning into Butler, Bam, Herro, Rozier 38:46

17d ago38:46

38:46

Erik Spoelstra was definitive on Media Day. He wants to see if the quartet of Jimmy Butler, Bam Adebayo, Tyler Herro and Terry Rozier can work together. Ethan Skolnick, on the scene at training camp in Nassau, is joined by Alex Toledo and Brady Hawk to discuss the possibilities and limitations of that group, and who should be the fifth on the floor…

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Miami Heat: Media Day Wrap-Up 23:49

18d ago23:49

23:49

Greg Sylvander and Alex Toledo go over what transpired on what was a quiet, yet eventual Media Day, including Jimmy Butler's delayed appearance and Tyler Herro acing the day. Sponsors: Water CleanUp of Florida, BettorEdge (5RSN) Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server! Get exclusive insider information, along with updates/stats/insights from th…

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Redefining Your Relationship with Alcohol After Divorce: with Recovery Coach Colleen Kachmann 31:01

19d ago31:01

31:01

Divorce can be a rollercoaster of emotions, and often, alcohol becomes a coping mechanism. But what happens when you're ready to step off that ride? This week on The Moving On Method®, we're diving into how to redefine your relationship with alcohol after divorce. Michelle Dempsey-Multack is joined by recovery coach Colleen Kachmann who opens up ab…

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Expectations for the Miami Heat as camp opens 27:26

19d ago27:26

27:26

We are finally at Miami Heat media day. Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander review expectations for prior Heat seasons, and what would mark success in 2024-25. Sponsors: RealEstateShoppeFL.com & Water Cleanup of Florida Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server! Get exclusive insider information, along with updates/stats/insights from the 5OTF crew…

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Broken But Not Destroyed Feat. Kijafa Vick 58:26

10d ago58:26

58:26

Join hosts, Ashley Weatherspoon and Alexis Stoudemire for a brand new episode coming to you live from the vibrant #CasaLex! This week, they’re joined by the incredible Kijafa Vick—super mom, devoted friend, loving wife, and the executive producer of the latest Amazon Prime release, The Evolution Of The Black Quarterback. In this heartfelt episode, …

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Is Terry Rozier a transitional or long-term Miami Heat point guard? 26:07

21d ago26:07

26:07

Terry Rozier is healthy enough for 5-on-5 now, and has two seasons remaining on his contract. But he's also in his 30s. Will he prove this season that he's a long-term Miami Heat solution at the point guard position? Ethan Skolnick and Alex Toledo look at his history, his role and more. Sponsors: UBreakWheelFix.com, BettorEdge.com (5RSN) Join us on…

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Miami Heat: Is Pat Riley really tired of Jimmy Butler? 33:18

21d ago33:18

33:18

Tim Hardaway, the former Miami Heat star point guard, put it out there on a podcast, saying that Pat Riley is tired of Jimmy Butler. With media day approaching, Ethan Skolnick, Greg Sylvander and special guest Michael Hall (@MusicByMercy) discuss the vibe between Butler and the Heat at this stage, and how Butler should handle questions about his ex…

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Does This Count As Abuse? Understanding When it's Time to Leave an Unhealthy Marriage: with Author & Podcast Host Kate Anthony 30:55

12d ago30:55

30:55

Have you been in a relationship and wondered, "is this abuse?" This week, Michelle Dempsey-Multack welcomes back podcast host & author Kate Anthony to discuss what abuse looks like and when it is time to leave an unhealthy marriage. Kate opens up to Michelle about her "frog in boiling water" analogy and how you can leave a relationship before stayi…

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Miami Heat: Handicapping the top training camp battles 29:51

22d ago29:51

29:51

Kevin Love vs. Kel'el Ware? Alec Burks vs. Josh Richardson? And of course, Duncan Robinson vs. Tyler Herro? Which are the Miami Heat's most interesting training camp battles, and how will they play out? Ethan, Brady and Alex project. Sponsors: PrizePicks (FIVE), UBreakWheelFix.com Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server! Get exclusive insider i…

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Miami Heat: Where Butler, Bam, Herro rank as options 30:18

23d ago30:18

30:18

Yahoo! ranked all the #1, 2 and 3 options in the NBA. Did they get it right on Jimmy Butler, Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro? Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander run through the list. Was it too kind to Bam? Too hard on Herro? Sponsors: Water Cleanup of Florida, BettorEdge.com (5RSN) Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server! Get exclusive insider info…

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The Truth About Comparison, When You're the Mom with Less {Lara d’Entremont} 45:25

14d ago45:25

45:25

What if that other mom is able to raise six kids and chickens, plus make her own cheese, and you can barely keep up with your one child and keep him from the brink of disaster? Listen on: Apple | Spotify | Other Guest: Lara d’Entremont Bible Passage: Parable of the Talents - Matthew 25:14-30 Freebie: Live Like It's True Workbook Resound Media: Go t…

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Which contenders can the Miami Heat pass in East? 33:43

24d ago33:43

33:43

There seems to be a consensus that there are anywhere between five and seven teams that enter the season in a stronger position than the Miami Heat in the Eastern Conference? Ethan Skolnick and Brady Hawk look at their weaknesses, and the chances the Heat can move ahead of each of them: from Boston down to Indiana. Sponsors: PrizePicks.com (five) a…

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Miami Heat: Nassir Little signs; arena improvements 27:33

25d ago27:33

27:33

The Miami Heat made some news Monday, announcing major arena improvements, including theater lighting and a fireball; and signing former first-round pick Nasir Little. Is Little's addition a sign they're looking at different types of projects? Ethan Skolnick and Alex Toledo discuss. Sponsors: BettorEdge.com (5RSN), RealEstateShoppeFL.com Join us on…

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Meet the Method: Changing the Lives of Children of Divorce Everywhere; with co-host Jess Evans 19:01

23d ago19:01

19:01

Welcome to the Moving On Method®, formerly known as The Moms Moving On Divorce and Co-Parenting Podcast. Navigating divorce as a parent can be tough. Navigating co-parenting as a divorced parent can be tougher. Welcome to the Moving On Method® podcast, a place where the realities of divorce and single parenting meet educated and informed insight, h…

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Miami Heat: Are they really "running it back"? 36:04

27d ago36:04

36:04

It's a triggering phrase among a segment of Miami Heat fans: "run it back." Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander review this Heat build, compared to others, to try to define what running it back actually means, and whether that's what the Heat have done. Sponsors: PrizePicks.com (five), RealEstateShoppeFL.com Join us on our Off The Floor Discord serve…

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Dame? Kuzma? Ingram? Possible buy-low in-season Miami Heat targets? 38:56

28d ago38:56

38:56

Zach Lowe of ESPN recently suggested the Miami Heat could take another run at Dame Lillard during the season, if the Milwaukee Bucks struggle more than expected. That got us thinking about other buy-low trade targets, if the Heat are looking to add pieces. Ethan, Alex and Brady host. Sponsors: PrizePicks.com (five) and Water Cleanup of Florida Join…

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Miami Heat: What makes for a more satisfying overall season? 36:38

29d ago36:38

36:38

The Miami Heat have had very different types of seasons during the Jimmy Butler era: a surprising #1 seed (2021-22) that just missed the Finals and a frustrating #7 seed (2022-23) that made the Finals. What's a more satisfying season overall? Ethan Skolnick, Alex Toledo and Ben Tovia debate how much the regular season really matters, when looking b…

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Miami Heat's training camp roster better than last two? 36:20

1M ago36:20

36:20

The Miami Heat open training camp in the Bahamas at the start of October, with less optimism from the fan base than in some recent years. Is that warranted? Ethan Skolnick and Alex Toledo break down this roster against 2023 and 2022. Sponsors: PrizePicks.com (five), RealEstateShoppeFL.com Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server! Get exclusive i…

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Finding commonalities between Bosh, Zo... and Tua Tagovailoa 37:43

1M ago37:43

37:43

As Tua Tagovailoa recovers from another concussion, Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander recall how the Miami Heat handled the serious medical issues encountered by Alonzo Mourning and Chris Bosh during their time with the franchise. Did the Heat do the right thing? And what can be learned by the Dolphins? Sponsors: PrizePicks.com (five), Water Cleanu…

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Rock solid rotation? Dissecting Zach Lowe's Miami Heat comments 30:05

1M ago30:05

30:05

ESPN's Zach Lowe, who was very disappointed with the Miami Heat's lack of overall activity this offseason, now says the team has a "rock solid rotation." What changed? And is he right about the lineup the Heat would "like to take out of training camp"? Ethan Skolnick and Brady Hawk give their own spin on these subjects. Sponsors: PrizePicks.com (FI…

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Jimmy Butler is 35: What can Miami Heat expect from here? 31:30

1M ago31:30

31:30

Jimmy Butler is one of a kind. He will need to be an original in another way, as he ages. On Butler's 35th birthday, Ethan Skolnick and Sean Rochester review the Miami Heat's history with players his age. They've never relied on anyone 35 or over to be anything but a high level role player or secondary scorer. Can they ask for more from Butler, and…

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Jimmy Butler behind Bam Adebayo?: The HoopsHype rankings 36:08

1M ago36:08

36:08

HoopsHype.com is out with their player rankings for the 2024-25 season, and there's a mild surprise. For the first time on one of these lists, Bam Adebayo is ahead of Jimmy Butler. Would that be a good or bad thing for the Miami Heat? Ethan, Brady and Alex on the list, with some Tyler Herro talk too. Sponsors: PrizePicks.com (five), BettorEdge.com …

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Miami Heat season props & more with Big Picks Energy 41:23

1M ago41:23

41:23

Joined by the guys from Big Picks Energy, Ethan Skolnick and Brady Hawk go through some of the more interesting props and totals for the upcoming Miami Heat season. Check out @BigPicksEnergy on Twitter/X and download using the code FIVE. Sponsors: PrizePicks.com (five), BettorEdge.com (5RSN) Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server! Get exclusiv…

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A "Lifequake" Story of God's Faithfulness and New Beginnings {Tracie Miles} 39:21

1M ago39:21

39:21

Have you experienced a "Lifequake"? Perhaps an unwanted divorce, a job loss, a health or financial crisis? Tracie Miles and I talk about the context of Jeremiah 29:11—and what is and isn't promised to us in our lowest moments of exile. Tracie's story of God's faithfulness will inspire, challenge, and equip you for the new beginnings up ahead. Guest…

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Miami Heat: Will Erik Spoelstra play Kel'el Ware, other rookies? 35:23

1M ago35:23

35:23

There's a perception that the Miami Heat don't play rookies, which hasn't been true for a while. But they did make Nikola Jovic wait and earn the right spot. How will Erik Spoelstra and the staff handle Kel'el Ware, Pelle Larsson and others? Ethan Skolnick and Brady Hawk discuss the factors involved. Sponsors: PrizePicks.com (five), TheRealEstateSh…

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Miami Heat: Most important issues for training camp 35:49

1M ago35:49

35:49

WIth the Miami Heat set to open training camp on October 1st, Ethan Skolnick and Alex Toledo discuss what will be the biggest issues that require resolution in training camp. Jimmy Butler's alignment with the team? Tyler Herro's starting status? Or something else? Sponsors: PrizePicks.com (five) and UBreakWheelFix.com Join us on our Off The Floor D…

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The Force (bonus): What changes for the Skyforce if Alondes Williams is not on the team? 29:24

1M ago29:24

29:24

In today's episode, Matt and Major discuss the differences in the Skyforce if Alondes Williams is not on the team. They also discuss what Alondes needs to do to earn another 2-way contract. Join us on our Off The Floor Discord server! Get exclusive insider information, along with updates/stats/insights from the 5OTF crew and hang out with other Hea…

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