Heat Check with Trysta Krick

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. 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.

The Finals are set! Trysta kicks off the episode recapping the Pacers’ series-clinching win over the Knicks and the road that led to an unlikely Pacers vs. Thunder showdown. She also get's into Danny Ainge hiring his son, the Bucks looking at lottery picks and the Raptors and Suns getting active. Then she’s joined by broadcaster Robin Lundberg for a wide-ranging convo on the Caitlin Clark/Angel Reese discourse, team outlooks across the WNBA (Wings, Sky, Lynx), and where the W goes next under its current CBA. They also get into NBA storylines: Haliburton’s reputation among his peers, SGA’s foul-baiting debate, and how the East stacks up vs. the West. And to wrap things up: their top 3 greatest rappers, underrated hip-hop artists, and favorite concerts they’ve ever been to. Follow Robin here. Subscribe to the Heat Check YouTube and follow Trysta here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trysta kicks things off with a quick take on the Knicks forcing a Game 6 against the Pacers before being joined by NBA insider and cap expert Keith Smith from Spotrac and The Front Office Show. Trysta and Keith dive into why OKC is built to last, what makes SGA so special, Celtics' big-picture decisions ahead, and what the second apron means for these front offices. Plus, a quick NBA Draft preview as Keith and Trysta dive into Ace Bailey, Walter Clayton Jr. and more! A sharp, smart convo on the postseason, roster-building, and the league’s future. Follow Keith on Twitter/X and checkout his work on @spotrac & @FrontOfficeShow Subscribe to the Heat Check YouTube and follow Trysta here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Knicks stay alive thanks to a clutch Game 3 comeback, and Trysta’s got the full breakdown for you. She looks at how New York flipped the script, KAT’s fourth quarter takeover, and what this means for the Pacers moving forward. Plus, updates from the OKC–Minnesota series and news from around the league including Giannis' future in Milwaukee, Kuminga's future in Golden State and just how much pressure Cooper Flagg will be facing. Subscribe to the Heat Check YouTube and follow Trysta here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Conference Finals are here and the chaos is already off the charts. Trysta breaks down the Pacers’ wild comeback win over the Knicks, Haliburton’s heroics, and the Aaron Nesmith Game that no one saw coming. How do the Knicks recover from this collapse? And can OKC keep rolling after a dominant Game 1 win over the Timberwolves? Trysta dives into it all with takes, questions, and a healthy dose of playoff drama. Subscribe to the Heat Check YouTube and follow Trysta here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clippers insider and The Athletic reporter Law Murray joins Trysta to break down the latest chaos around the league. They dive into Jayson Tatum’s achilles injury and what it means for the Celtics’ future, Giannis-to-the-West rumors, and why the Pacers’ beatdown of the Cavs raises big questions in Cleveland. Law also explains why he’s out on the East, why he’s all in on the Timberwolves, and gives love to Julius Randle’s dominant stretch. The episode wraps with a deep dive on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s evolution and what makes this Thunder team truly different. Subscribe to the Heat Check YouTube and follow Trysta here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Pacers and Timberwolves are headed to the Conference Finals, just like everyone predicted, right? Trysta breaks down how both surprise teams pulled it off, why the Cavs are likely running it back after another great regular season but no playoff success, and what Steph’s injury means for a Warriors team that suddenly looks bad. Follow Trysta here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.