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If you live for the drama of the NBA, you’re going to love HEAT CHECK. Stay up to date with your host Trysta Krick who humorously breaks down the many storylines, drama, and rivalries that make the NBA the world’s greatest sports soap opera. From spicy takes to hilarious interviews, catch the HEAT CHECK so you can keep up on all the fun.
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Trysta dives into the latest drama around Kawhi Leonard and Uncle Dennis, including the wild demands they made during Kawhi’s Clippers free agency. She also reacts to Fred VanVleet’s torn ACL, what it means for the Houston Rockets, and who can step up in Houston. Trysta breaks down Matt Ishbia’s “culture shift” tour in Phoenix, Sam Presti’s poker vs. chess analogy on team building, and the surprising demotion of Doris Burke at ESPN. Plus, updates on Montrezl Harrell, Ben Simmons possibly heading to Australia, Michael Porter Jr. keeps talking, and the growing Achilles “support group” with Tatum, Haliburton, Dame, and Dejounte. Subscribe to the Heat Check YouTube and stay tapped in for all the off-court madness and insider tea by following Trysta here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On this episode of Heat Check, Trysta breaks down the latest NBA chaos including Jonathan Kuminga’s messy “divorce” from the Warriors, the Kawhi Leonard x Aspiration scandal heating up with Adam Silver and Mark Cuban weighing in, and Trae Young’s beef with Patrick Beverley. She also hits on J-Will’s Slam cover, Steve Kerr finally addressing the Draymond–Poole punch, and the latest out of EuroBasket where Dennis Schröder went off and Isaac Bonga took MVP honors. Plus, Giannis calls Greece’s bronze medal his greatest achievement and Adam Silver continues to tease NBA expansion across Europe. Subscribe to the Heat Check YouTube and stay tapped in for all the off-court madness and insider tea by following Trysta here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Trysta dives deep into the chaos surrounding the Clippers after Pablo Torre's latest findings. Trysta looks at minority owner Dennis Wong's Aspiration investment, and how did the NBA not know? With league front offices buzzing, punishment may be looming. Trysta breaks down who’s to blame and what this means for the Clippers moving forward. Plus: EuroBasket is delivering pure entertainment—Lauri Markkanen’s breakout, Giannis battling no-calls, Sengun turning heads, and Luka absolutely carrying Slovenia in every stat. Later, Trysta looks at the Lakers’ shifting roster strategies, Jalen Brown’s possible move to Atlanta, Cam Reddish heading overseas, and Adam Silver’s big-picture expansion plans in Europe. Oh, and Luka MVP season might just be loading... Subscribe to the Heat Check YouTube and stay tapped in for all the off-court madness and insider tea by following Trysta here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On this episode of the Heat Check, Trysta breaks down the insane scandal rocking the NBA uncovered by Pablo Torre — Steve Ballmer, the Clippers, and Kawhi Leonard at the center of a potential Aspiration deal that may have been used to circumvent the salary cap. A blockbuster story that could come with serious punishments and reshape how the league views sponsorships and contracts. Trysta also looks at projected travel miles for every NBA team, the Mavericks locking in PJ Washington — and the off-court controversy with Brittany Renner — plus Ben Simmons retirement rumors, James Harden’s Houston restaurant shutting down, and the league’s plan to revamp the All-Star Game into a new round-robin format. To close, Trysta dives into EuroBasket storylines and the latest contract disputes. Subscribe to the Heat Check YouTube and stay tapped in for all the off-court madness and insider tea by following Trysta here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode of The Heat Check, Trysta Krick is back with a summer scorcher! She’s spilling all the tea European players are serving up about NBA culture, breaking down the latest drama around restricted free agents like Jonathan Kuminga, Cam Thomas, Josh Giddey, and Quentin Grimes, and reflecting on the highs, lows, and comebacks of John Wall’s career as he officially calls it quits. Plus, Trysta dives into Matt Ishbia’s wild ride with the Suns and Jeff Teague’s recent hot takes that are leaving no one safe. Buckle up — it’s a full-court press of offseason chaos! Subscribe to the Heat Check YouTube and stay tapped in for all the off-court madness and insider tea by following Trysta here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this Heat Check episode, Trysta Krick breaks down the dog days of NBA summer... from restricted free agents Cam Thomas, Jonathan Kuminga, and Josh Giddey navigating contract talks, to the Indiana Pacers’ high-intensity, full-court pressure approach under Rick Carlisle. She dives into the growing trend of NBA talent heading to European leagues, how the new CBA is shaping team strategy, and what to expect from the newly announced NBA Christmas Day schedule! Subscribe to the Heat Check YouTube and stay tapped in for all the off-court madness and insider tea by following Trysta here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On this episode of the Heat Check, Trysta breaks down the latest headlines from the NBA offseason: Gilbert Arenas’ recent arrest and the fallout, Jonathan Kuminga standing firm in contract negotiations with the Warriors, and the jaw-dropping rumor of LeBron James potentially teaming up with Saudi investors to launch a rival basketball league. Plus, more dog days of summer NBA drama from around the league. Subscribe to the Heat Check YouTube and stay tapped in for all the off-court madness and insider tea by following Trysta here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Trysta is joined by sports economist and Southern Utah professor Dr. David Berri to break down the facts behind the WNBA pay controversy. From revenue splits and league valuations to debunking the myth that the NBA is “bankrolling” the WNBA, this episode dives into the actual numbers—and makes a compelling case for why WNBA players deserve more. If you've ever had questions about the economics of women's sports, this one’s a must-listen. Subscribe to the Heat Check YouTube and follow Trysta here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Trysta checks in from Las Vegas Summer League with everything you need to know about the scene, the standouts, and the rising young stars in the league. She kicks off with a rant on how Summer League has gone a little too corporate... Gone are the days of media, agents, and real hoop junkies. Trysta has you covered with early outlooks on Cooper Flagg, Dylan Harper, Hansen Yang, Tre Johnson, Walter Clayton Jr., and more! Plus: don’t sleep on the under-the-radar names like Naquan Tomlin, Ryan Nembhard, and of course, Reed Sheppard. With the league slowing down for the summer, new episodes will drop on Tuesdays only, unless breaking news hits! Subscribe to the Heat Check YouTube and follow Trysta here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We're in the dog days of summer and Trysta is here to break it all down. She looks at the Jonas Valančiūnas trade to Denver, Bradley Beal potentially in the buyout market, and how the Clippers play into this after trading Norman Powell and bringing in John Collins. Plus, Summer League is here! Trysta has thoughts on the Ace Bailey vs. VJ Edgecombe matchup plus early standouts and more! Subscribe to the Heat Check YouTube and follow Trysta here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
As the offseason dust begins to settle, Trysta dives into all the major moves shaking up the NBA landscape. She breaks down the Pelicans' chaotic draft night trade, Milwaukee’s shocking decision to waive Damian Lillard, and wonders what exactly the Lakers' plans are... Plus, the Nuggets quietly make a string of smart moves, and Trysta dishes out her early offseason winners and losers. Subscribe to the Heat Check YouTube and follow Trysta here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
NBA Free Agency is here and the player movement is off the charts! Trysta has you covered with all the latest transactions with the most hectic time of the offseason underway. She breaks down what LeBron James opting into his contract means for the Lakers' future, why she likes what the Rockets are doing, a key trade my by the Nuggets and so much more! Subscribe to the Heat Check YouTube and follow Trysta here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Trysta joins Tony and Jermaine (AKA @sports_fluent and Chill Town Hoops) to react in real time to every first-round pick, break down team needs, analyze fits, and talk surprises, trades and all of the biggest storylines of the night. Follow @sports_fluent and @ChillTownHoops Subscribe to the Heat Check YouTube and follow Trysta here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Thunder are NBA champions, and the NBA Finals ended with both triumph and serious heartbreak. Trysta recaps OKC’s Game 7 win over the Pacers, Haliburton’s devastating Achilles injury that shocked the basketball world, and what this championship means for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Thunder’s future. Plus, the offseason is officially underway! Trysta dives into all the early trade action including Kevin Durant being traded to the Houston Rockets, Jrue Holiday to Portland, Kristaps Porzingis to Atlanta and the Wizards making moves. Subscribe to the Heat Check YouTube and follow Trysta here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Trysta is joined by JuJu Gotti from the Dan Le Batard Show to break down the Pacers' statement win in Game 6 of the NBA Finals. With their backs against the wall, Indiana delivers a dominant performance to force a winner-take-all Game 7 on Sunday against the Thunder! Trysta and JuJu get into how the Pacers flipped the script in Game 6, OKC's offensive woes and defensive breakdowns, what to expect in Game 7, and of course, some classic JuJu energy. Subscribe to the Heat Check YouTube and follow Trysta here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Trysta is once again joined by Damien Barling from the D-Lo & KC Show to break down a wild Game 5 of the NBA Finals. The Thunder take their first lead of the series after outlasting the Pacers on the back of a 40-point performance from Jalen Williams. Indiana clawed back late, but OKC’s defense held strong when it mattered most. Plus, more on Tyrese Haliburton's health and if the Pacers can push this to a Game 7. They also react to the first blockbuster move of the offseason: Desmond Bane traded to the Orlando Magic for Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and four first-round picks. What does this mean for Memphis, Orlando’s future, and the trade market ahead? Listen to the D-Lo and KC Show on ESPN Sacramento 1320 every Mon-Fri 12:00 - 4:00 pm PST. Subscribe to the Heat Check YouTube and follow Trysta here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Trysta breaks down the Thunder’s wild 4th quarter comeback in Game 4 of the Finals... and yes, Scott Foster was on the whistle. Did The Extender strike again? A quick Finals check-in looking at SGA's big 4th quarter, Alex Caruso's winning plays, and Indiana's free throw woes haunting them. Subscribe to the Heat Check YouTube and follow Trysta here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Pacers shocked the Thunder with a Game 3 win in front of a wild Indiana crowd—and Trysta breaks down everything that went right for Indy and everything that went wrong for OKC. From Haliburton’s brilliance to TJ McConnell and Benedict Mathurin’s impact, it was a total team takeover. Then it’s onto Kevin Durant’s trade market: who might make a move, what it would take, and when he could be out of Phoenix. Plus, the Knicks continue to fumble their coaching search, getting turned down left and right. To close it out, Trysta is joined by Kenny Caraway and Damien Barling from D-Lo & KC (ESPN 1320 Sacramento) to talk WNBA. Subscribe to the Heat Check YouTube and follow Trysta here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Thunder respond with authority in Game 2, tying the series and making a statement against the Pacers. Trysta breaks down what changed from Game 1, how OKC adjusted, and why this team might just be built different. Then, she dives into the latest on the New York Knicks' coaching search, what Jrue Holiday's trade market might look like, the Atlanta Hawks are cooking something up, and so much more! Subscribe to the Heat Check YouTube and follow Trysta here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tyrese Haliburton does it again. The Pacers steal Game 1 of the NBA Finals, and Trysta is joined by Kenny Caraway from the D-Lo & KC Show to break it all down. They dive into the second-half adjustments from Indiana that flipped the game, how the Pacers have thrived in these scenearios all postseason, what went wrong for the Thunder down the stretch and what both teams need to do ahead of Game 2. High-stakes hoops, smart analysis, and full playoff vibes. Listen to the D-Lo and KC Show Mon-Fri 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM PST Subscribe to the Heat Check YouTube and follow Trysta here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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fantastically talented Podcaster. likable, informed and not just repeating the same information you hear everywhere else. just a matter of time before everyone catches on to this
Worst Podcast of all time. Worst takes worst everything. I cannot believe that barstool supports this garbage. This person is unlikeable and full of it. you can get better NBA news from the NFL Network.