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Best Of Heat on 104.3 WQAM: Instant Reactions to LeBron James Picking 76ers Jul 25, 2026

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LeBron James has made his decision, and it's not a second run in Miami. The NBA icon announced Friday he will be heading to the Philadelphia 76ers, and Tobin & Leroy and Hoch, Crowder & Solana unpacked every angle of the move and what it means both in Miami and the NBA at large

Full Show- 07/24/2026 Jul 24, 2026

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Friday’s show has Joe Rose and the crew getting you ready for the weekend with a packed show featuring Dolphins training camp, the latest LeBron James speculation, and the biggest stories across South Florida sports. Dave Hyde joins to discuss Miami’s need for a training camp breakout, the opportunities for young players, and why the new Dolphins regime has created a clearer vision for the future. Chris Perkins breaks down expectations for the Dolphins season, breakout candidates, Malik Willis, and why this year is about finding out if Miami has the right foundation in place. The guys debate which South Florida team has the best chance to win a championship, discuss the Dolphins rebuild, the Marlins’ nine-game losing streak, the chaos in college football, and Mike Florio joins to talk Aaron Rodgers, Tom Brady’s future, and the Brian Flores lawsuit

HR 1- Dolphins Camp Battles, LeBron Watch & Marlins Continue to Slide Jul 24, 2026

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Hour 1 opens with Joe Rose and Dave Hyde previewing Dolphins training camp, discussing why Miami needs a player to emerge as a true difference-maker this summer. The guys examine Chop Robinson's development, the lack of experience at cornerback, and the opportunities available for the Dolphins' young players while looking back at past personnel moves and draft decisions that shaped the franchise. They also praise the organization's new direction under its general manager and why giving him full control has created a clearer vision for the future. The conversation shifts to the Marlins' nine-game losing streak, Miami's projected starters entering camp, and some of the franchise's greatest defensive players of all time. Plus, the latest LeBron James speculation continues, and Joe shares why this year's World Cup pulled him in despite never being a huge soccer fan.

HR 2- Lebron Decision Coming?, Chris Perkins on Dolphins, Bam/Giannis Recruiting Jul 24, 2026

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Hour 2 is headlined by the latest LeBron James speculation as Joe Rose and Dave Hyde discuss why the NBA superstar still hasn't made his decision and why they believe the Heat remain his best basketball fit. Chris Perkins then joins the show to preview Dolphins training camp, explaining why this season is more about evaluating the franchise's long-term foundation than chasing wins. Perkins discusses Miami's breakout candidates, concerns at edge rusher, expectations for Malik Willis, and why young players like Juju Brents have a chance to seize major roles. The hour wraps up with more LeBron conversation, including why he is moving on from the Lakers, the influence Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo could have on his decision, and the growing national speculation linking him to Miami.

HR 3 – South Florida Championship Debate, Dolphins Rebuild, Marlins Struggles Jul 24, 2026

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Hour 3 features Joe Rose and Dave Hyde debating which South Florida team has the best chance to win a championship, breaking down the outlook for the Florida Panthers, Miami Heat, Miami Hurricanes, and Inter Miami. The guys also discuss who deserves the title of South Florida’s best athlete, with Panthers star Aleksander Barkov entering the conversation, before taking a detour into reality TV and Joe’s love for The Real Housewives of Atlanta. The conversation then shifts to the Dolphins, as Joe and Dave explain why Miami’s rebuild will require patience, discussing the questions surrounding the offense, the loss of talent from last season, and how the team’s dead cap situation creates challenges heading into the year. While the Dolphins may not match last season’s success, the crew explains why the franchise is rebuilding the right way under the new regime and why it will take time to build a consistent winner. Plus, the guys discuss the Marlins’ nine-game losing streak, Jakob Marsee’s struggles in center field, and the latest headlines surrounding Tom Brady’s post-NFL career, including possible WWE involvement, his Netflix roast, and his role as part owner of the Raiders.

HR 4- College Football Chaos, Mike Florio Joins & Dolphins Future Jul 24, 2026

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Hour 4 features a look at the ongoing changes in college football as the SEC and Big Ten continue pushing for major structural changes. Joe Rose and Dave Hyde discuss why the sport has become absolute chaos in the NIL and transfer portal era, the massive amount of money players are making, and the irony of Carson Beck now taking a pay cut to enter the NFL after making more at Miami last season. The hour also features Mike Florio joining the show to discuss Aaron Rodgers repairing his relationship with his family, Tom Brady’s unusual post-NFL ventures, and Florio’s theory that Brady and Peyton Manning are quietly competing to become the next former players to own an NFL team. Florio also discusses the possibility of Brady entering politics and provides an update on Brian Flores’ lawsuit against the NFL. Plus, Chris Perkins joins to break down the Dolphins’ upcoming season, why this year is about evaluating the new regime, and which young players have the biggest opportunity to make an impact.

Chris Perkins: This Season Isn’t About Wins Jul 24, 2026

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Chris Perkins joins Joe Rose to break down the Dolphins as training camp approaches, explaining why this roster is filled with opportunities for young players, similar to Miami's rebuilding years. Perkins discusses why the Dolphins already have a strong idea of who their starters will be, identifies Juju Brents as a potential breakout candidate, and shares his concerns about the team's edge rusher depth, including why he isn't expecting a major leap from Chop Robinson this season. The conversation also covers the upside at wide receiver and cornerback, Malik Willis' expectations heading into the season, whether Miami could make another move before Week 1, and why this year is less about wins and losses and more about determining if the Dolphins have found the right general manager, head coach, and quarterback for the future.

Mike Florio on Rodgers Family, Brady for President? & Brian Flores Lawsuit Jul 24, 2026

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Mike Florio joins Joe Rose to discuss the latest headlines around the NFL, including Aaron Rodgers repairing his relationship with his family after years of being estranged. The guys also dive into Tom Brady’s unusual post-playing career, from his involvement in WWE to Florio’s theory that Brady and Peyton Manning are quietly competing to become the next former players to own an NFL franchise. Florio also explains why he believes Brady’s ambitions could extend beyond football, including a potential future in politics. Plus, Florio provides an update on Brian Flores’ lawsuit against the NFL and discusses whether the league could look to settle the case

Who Wins South Florida’s Next Championship? Jul 24, 2026

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Joe Rose and Dave Hyde debate which South Florida team has the best chance to win a championship, breaking down the outlook for the Florida Panthers, Miami Heat, Miami Hurricanes, and Inter Miami. The guys also discuss who deserves the title of the best athlete in South Florida, with Aleksander Barkov entering the conversation after his success with the Panthers. Plus, the conversation takes a turn into reality TV as Joe shares his love for The Real Housewives of Atlanta and the crew breaks down their favorite reality shows.

Rebuilding Right, But It Takes Time Jul 24, 2026

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Joe Rose and Dave Hyde discuss the state of the Dolphins heading into the season and what fans should realistically expect from a team in the middle of a rebuild. The guys break down the major questions surrounding the roster, the loss of key talent from last season, and how Miami’s league-leading dead cap situation puts the team at a disadvantage. While the Dolphins may not match last year’s success, the crew explains why the franchise appears to be rebuilding the right way under the new regime and why it will take more than one season to fully turn things around

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