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

Nov 18, 2024; Miami, Florida, USA; Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler (22) drives to the basket against Philadelphia 76ers guard Eric Gordon (23) during the second quarter at Kaseya Center.

Miami Heat Battle Back From Huge Deficit To Defeat Philadelphia 76ers

Oct 23, 2024; Miami, Florida, USA; Miami Heat president Pat Riley addresses the crowd during the Pat Riley Court dedication ceremony at halftime at Kaseya Center.

Miami Heat's Pat Riley To Be Honored With Statue By Historic Franchise

Nov 15, 2024; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo (13) shoots the ball while Indiana Pacers forward Obi Toppin (1) defends in the second half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.

Miami Heat's Bam Adebayo Finally Breaks Out Of Scoring Slump

Nov 15, 2024; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo (13) holds the ball while Indiana Pacers forward Pascal Siakam (43) defends in the first half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.

Bam Adebayo Leads Miami Heat To NBA Cup Win Vs Indiana Pacers

Nov 10, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Miami Heat forward Nikola Jovic (5) drives to the basket past Minnesota Timberwolves center Naz Reid (11) in the second half at Target Center.

Miami Heat's Nikola Jovic Fitted For Face Mask After Injury

Miami Heat reserve forward expected to play Friday night against Indiana Pacers. Nikola Jovic suffered a reduced septum against Detroit, Tuesday night.

Nov 12, 2024; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (14) dribbles defended by Detroit Pistons forward Tobias Harris (12) in the first half at Little Caesars Arena.

Detroit Pistons Defeat Miami Heat With Strange Ending In Overtime

The Miami Heat battled back from being 18 down to force overtime behind Tyler Herro's 40 points. They could not hold the lead in overtime with 1.8 seconds left to play.

Nov 10, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Miami Heat forward Nikola Jovic (5) (middle) celebrates with teammates after defeating the Minnesota Timberwolves at Target Center.

Miami Heat Takes A Slide In Latest NBA Power Rankings

Despite their come from behind victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves Sunday night, the Miami Heat drop four spots in the NBA Power Rankings.

Nov 10, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (14) shoots the ball over Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randle (30) in the first half at Target Center.

Miami Heat Defeat Minnesota Timberwolves In Final Minute

The Miami Heat win their first game without Jimmy Butler and raise their record to 4-5. The Miami Heat will travel to Detroit for a game Tuesday night.

Nov 8, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler (22) shoots in the first quarter against the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena.

BREAKING NEWS: Miami Heat's Jimmy Butler Out With Injury

Miami Heat forward goes directly to the locker room and will not return.

Nov 6, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (14) drives against Phoenix Suns guard Bradley Beal (3) during the second half at Footprint Center.

Miami Heat Lose To Denver Nuggets Friday Night

The Miami Heat fall to 3-5 on the season in Friday night's loss to the Denver Nuggets.

Oct 18, 2024; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Miami Heat center Kel'el Ware (7) dunks during the second half against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum.

Miami Heat Rookie Kel'el Ware Could Start To Get More Meaningful Minutes

Rookie center Kel'el Ware is working way toward getting in everyday rotation for Miami Heat

Nov 6, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (14) dribbles against the Phoenix Suns during the second half at Footprint Center.

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Miami Heat Fail To Hold Lead In Second Half Once Again

The Miami Heat lose the third of their last four games as fourth quarter shooting fails.

Nov 4, 2024; Miami, Florida, USA; Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler (22) drives to the basket past Sacramento Kings guard De'Aaron Fox (5) during the first quarter at Kaseya Center.

Bill Simmons Thinks Miami Heat Glory Days Are Over

Former NBA analyst turned podcaster is no longer bullish on the Miami Heat.

Jun 12, 2024; Dallas, Texas, USA; NBA TV analyst Charles Barkley talks on set before game three of the 2024 NBA Finals between the Boston Celtics and the Dallas Mavericks at American Airlines Center.

Charles Barkley Holds Nothing Back On Dwyane Wade Statue

TNT analyst Charles Barkley gave his thoughts on "Inside the NBA" Tuesday night.

Tuesday, October 29, 2024; Savannah, Georgia; Minnesota Gov. and Democratic VP candidate Tim Walz speaks during a Harris/Walz Get out the Early Vote Campaign Rally on Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at Victory North in Savannah, Georgia.

Even Tim Walz Comments On Dwyane Wade Statue Situation

Democratic Vice Presidential nominee Tim Walz has offered his opinion on the Dwyane Wade statue.

Oct 28, 2024; Miami, Florida, USA; Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler (22) is fouled by Detroit Pistons center Isaiah Stewart (28) during the first half at Kaseya Center.

Jimmy Butler Does Not Believe Miami Heat Are In Full Stride

As well as the Miami Heat have played over the last two games, Jimmy Butler believes they are going to play better on Wednesday night against the New York Knicks.