Scott Salomon

Joined: Jun 20, 2024

Scott Salomon joined FanNation on Sports Illustrated in April 2024 covering breaking news and analysis for the Miami Dolphins channel. In June he joined Inside the Heat and Back in the Day NBA. Scott is based in South Florida and has been covering the local and national sports scene for 35 years. Scott has covered and has been credentialed for the Super Bowl, the NFL Combine, various Orange Bowls and college football championship games. Scott was also credentialed for the NBA All-Star game and covered the Miami Heat during their first six seasons for USA TODAY. Scott is a graduate of the University of Miami School of Communication and the St. Thomas University School of Law. Scott has two sons and his hobbies include watching sports on television and binge watching shows on various streaming services. Twitter: @ScottSalomonNFL

Oct 10, 2024; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny James (9) drives against Milwaukee Bucks guard Ryan Rollins (13) in the second half at Fiserv Forum.

Charles Barkley Sounds Off On Bronny James Situation

Unknown date; New Orleans, LA, USA; FILE PHOTO; Utah Jazz guard Pete Maravich (7) in action against the Chicago Bulls at the Louisiana Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Manny Rubio-Imagn Images

Some Called This NBA Great The Original Kyrie Irving

Phil Jackson entered the 1997-98 season knowing it would be his last with the Bulls. Michael Jordan insisted he wouldn't play for any other coach.

Michael Jordan Made Billions Off The Court While Saying He Would Have Played For Free

Nov 21, 2018; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Hawks forward Vince Carter (15) reacts after scoring his 25,000 point in the NBA on a dunk on the final play of the game during the second half at State Farm Arena.

Zion Williamson Predicts Winner Of Superstar Dunk Contest

Feb 16, 2013; Houston, TX, USA; NBA former player Robert Horry shoots during the 2013 NBA All-Star shooting stars competition at the Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Seven-Time NBA Champion Feels He Deserves A Spot In Hall Of Fame

Former NBA great Robert Horry lobbies for induction into the Hall of Fame. The seven-time NBA champion believes he deserves to be immortalized among the game's greats.

Jan 17, 1990; Orlando, FL, USA; FILE PHOTO; Boston Celtics forward Larry Bird (33) in action against the Orlando Magic at the Orlando Arena. Mandatory Credit: Imagn Images

NBA Champion Still Refers To Larry Bird As Greatest Player In Boston Celtics History

Jayson Tatum said he does not lack motivation going into this season. He also said he is chasing Larry Bird, who he refers to as the greatest Boston Celtics player ever.

Mar 9, 2020; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; NBA Hall of Fame player Dominique Wilkins talks with Atlanta Hawks staff before the Hawks' game against the Charlotte Hornets at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-Imagn Images

Michael Jordan Did Something Dominique Wilkins Never Forgot

It was a night where Michael Jordan would light up the Atlanta Hawks for 61 points in a game in Chicago. Dominique Wilkins said he never experienced anything like it.

NBA Finals MVP Puts Rasheed Wallace Ahead Of Giannis In Today's Game

Former Miami Heat player Andre Iguodala claims Rasheed Wallace would be better than Giannis Antetokounmpo in the current NBA

Apr 29, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) in the third quarter against the Denver Nuggets during game five of the first round for the 2024 NBA playoffs at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

Is LeBron James In Los Angeles Similar To Michael Jordan In Washington ?

According to an NBA champion, LeBron James is no longer the first option with the Los Angeles Lakers. He, alone, is not enough to bring a championship to the Lakers. This is similar to Michael Jordan's time when he was with the Washington Wizards.

Jun 9, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics former player Paul Pierce walks onto the court before game two of the 2024 NBA Finals between the Boston Celtics and the Dallas Mavericks at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Peter Casey-Imagn Images

Former NBA All-Star Paul Pierce Gives His Take On Tyreek Hill Incident

Hall of Famer gave his thoughts on FS1 about Tyreek Hill being pulled over last Sunday.

Larry Bird cuts down the net after Indiana State University won the championship game in the Missouri Valley tournament on March 3, 1979. Bird suffered a triple hairline fracture of his left thumb in the game. That year ISU faced Michigan State in the NCAA finals but lost to the Spartans (and Magic Johnson) on March 26,1979,in Salt Lake City.

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NBA Great Larry Bird Once Tried A Second Sport at Indiana State

Boston Celtics' great Larry Bird was an Indiana legend when it comes to basketball. On a dare, he became a baseball player for Indiana State, for a day, and was actually quite good.

Unknown Date; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; FILE PHOTO; Detroit Pistons guard #11 ISIAH THOMAS in action against the Chicago Bulls at the Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Photo By USA TODAY Sports (c) Copyright 1992 USA TODAY Sports

Isiah Thomas Plans To Address Perceived All-NBA Snubs

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Aug 24, 2024; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Buffalo Bills running back Frank Gore Jr. (20) tries to break a tackle by Carolina Panthers cornerback Lamar Jackson (31) in the third quarter pre-season game at Highmark Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-USA TODAY Sports

LeBron James Has Played At Peak Level Through Careers Of Father-Son NFL Rushing Duo

When Frank Gore, Sr. entered the league in 2005, LeBron James was averaging 27.2 points. In 2024, when Frank Gore, Jr. signed with the Buffalo Bills, James was

May 1988; Dallas, TX, USA; FILE PHOTO; Los Angeles Lakers forward Michael Cooper (21) shoots over Dallas Mavericks forward Roy Tarpley (42) during the 1988 NBA Western Conference Finals at Reunion Arena. Mandatory Credit: MPS-USA TODAY Sports

Michael Cooper Adds To Lakers-Celtics Rivalry While Accepting Jersey Retirement

Michael Cooper will be inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame in October. He will also have his jersey number retired by the Los Angeles Lakers organization. in January.

Jun 28, 1992; Portland, OR, USA: FILE PHOTO; USA dream team guard John Stockton (12) in action against Cuba during the 1992 Tournament of the Americas at Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: USA TODAY Sports

Should Isiah Thomas Have Replaced John Stockton On The 1992 NBA Team?

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February 19, 2022; Cleveland, OH, USA; NBA great Isiah Thomas during the Slam Dunk Contest during the 2022 NBA All-Star Saturday Night at Rocket Mortgage Field House. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Isiah Thomas Takes The Present Over Past In Team USA Vs Dream Team Debate

Isiah Thomas said The Avengers would beat The Dream Team due to the level of international competition they are used to playing against. The Dream Team only faced nine NBA players during their romp through Barcelona.