Major Passons

Major Passons

Joined: Oct 8, 2025

Major Passons has covered the Miami Heat for the Five Reasons Sports Network since 2022, and regularly appears on their lead podcast, Five on the Floor. He has also specialized in coverage of the G League. X (formerly Twitter) handle: @Major_Passons.

Apr 18, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Miami Heat guard Davion Mitchell (45) reacts with forward Andrew Wiggins (22) after the Heat defeated the Atlanta Hawks in overtime at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

Apr 12, 2026; Miami, Florida, USA; Miami Heat forward Andrew Wiggins (22) looks to drive against Atlanta Hawks guard Keaton Wallace (2) during the second half at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images

Jul 16, 2026; Miami, FL, USA; Miami Heat forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (7) waves to the crowd as he arrives with Miami Heat president Pat Riley to his introductory press conference at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Apr 12, 2026; Miami, Florida, USA; Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo (13) warms-up before a game against the Atlanta Hawks at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images

Mar 30, 2026; Miami, Florida, USA; Miami Heat guard Pelle Larsson (9) dribbles the basketball as Philadelphia 76ers center Adem Bona (30) defends during the second quarter at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

News

There are high hopes for Larsson coming into this season. Is he able to deliver something that has not been done in almost 30 years?

Mar 19, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bulls center Nick Richards (13) gestures after scoring against the Cleveland Cavaliers during the second half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

News

The Heat brought in a center with something to prove for depth as the 2026-27 season starts

Apr 7, 2019; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo (13) tries to block a shot by Toronto Raptors forward Kawhi Leonard (2) at Scotiabank Arena. Toronto defeated Miami in overtime. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

News

The NBA has ruled on the Kawhi Leonard situation, but it didn't do anything to stop the creation of another possible contender in the East

Jul 16, 2026; Miami, FL, USA; Miami Heat forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (7) speaks to reporters during his introductory press conference at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

News

There has been a lot of talk about the Heat's roster construction, these are the players that will help it all fit, starting with the shooters.

Jul 16, 2026; Miami, FL, USA; Miami Heat forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (7) is introduced as a new member of the team by Miami Heat president Pat Riley (left) and head coach Erik Spoelstra (right) during a press conference at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

News

The Heat gave up a lot of youth in the Giannis trade, will that come back to hurt them in the future?

Apr 7, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo (13) dribbles the ball up court against the Toronto Raptors during the first quarter at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images

News

The tier each player falls into for the Miami Heat a month prior to training camp starting for the 2026-27 season

Jul 16, 2026; Miami, FL, USA; Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra speaks to reporters during an introductory press conference for Miami Heat forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (not pictured) at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

News

Miami has made plenty of moves, including some splashes, but this issue still remains, with the roster around Giannis Antetokounmpo

Apr 12, 2026; Miami, Florida, USA; Miami heat forward Bam Adebayo (13) dribbles against Atlanta Hawks center Christian Koloko (35) during the second half at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images

News

The Heat have made a lot of changes, but how will it play out on the court

Mar 3, 2026; Miami, Florida, USA; Miami Heat forward Simone Fontecchio (0) shoots a free throw against the Brooklyn Nets during the fourth quarter at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Every good teams needs consistent production from their bench, what do the Heat need from theirs

Apr 3, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Klay Thompson (31) warms up before the game between the Dallas Mavericks and the Orlando Magic at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

The Future Hall of Famer is reported to be joining Giannis Antetokounmpo in Miami, to add spacing

Jul 16, 2026; Miami, FL, USA; Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra speaks to reporters during an introductory press conference for Miami Heat forward Bobby Portis (not pictured) at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Miami has multiple holes to fill but only a few roster spots, what should be their priority and what can be pushed to the side?

Jan 11, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Ajay Mitchell (25) passes in between Miami Heat forward Andrew Wiggins (22) and forward Nikola Jović (5) during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

The Heat are known for their ability to maximize players and this time they desperately need it from one frontcourt player.