Podcast
Heat Check with Trysta Krick
Hosted by The 8 Side · EN
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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Why the Bam Hate? Breaking Down Dwight Howard’s Legacy + The First Team All-Jalens
Mar 1300:31:02Tap to summarizeTrysta and producer Zeke are here to explain why there is so much hate surrounding Bam Adebayo's historic 83-point performance. Then Zeke and Trysta get into Dwight Howard's complicated legacy as his retirement was officially announced, and what the Pacers might look like next season. Trysta also gives her First Team All-Jalen squad, some of her other favorite NBA names, and so much more! Subscribe to the Heat Check YouTube and follow Trysta here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Tatum's Historic Return, Dillon Brooks' DUI, and Trae Young is Back
Mar 600:30:24Tap to summarizeTrysta is joined by producer Zeke to run through a chaotic mix of NBA storylines making headlines around the league. They start with the troubling news surrounding Dillon Brooks, who was arrested for a DUI while sidelined with injury. Then it’s on to the return of Jayson Tatum, who plans to make a historic comeback this Friday. Trysta and Zeke discuss the injury concerns and compare it to past achilles recovery times. They also react to the latest resurfacing of NBA bubble rumors involving LeBron James, plus the ongoing Kristaps Porziņģis situation in Golden State that’s quickly turning into a disaster. Plus: Trae Young finally returns to the court for the Washington Wizards, and the Atlanta Hawks ruffle some feathers with their “Magic City Night" promotion. Subscribe to the Heat Check YouTube and follow Trysta here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Spurs Keep Winning and the Bulls Keep Losing
Feb 2700:34:50Tap to summarizeOn this episode of the Heat Check, Trysta and Producer Zeke look at the Spurs 10-game winning streak, the Bulls 11-game losing streak, why San Antonio is a real threat in the West and why the Bulls can't even tank correctly. Trysta and Zeke check in on some of the other tankers, why Deandre Ayton in LA isn't working, LeBron's potential retirement and ownership venture, Donovan Clingan's emergence in Portland, and much more! Subscribe to the Heat Check YouTube and follow Trysta here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →All-Star Weekend, State of the Knicks, and is LeBron going Home?
Feb 2000:27:32Tap to summarizeTrysta and producer Zeke are here to recap all the latest NBA storylines after a pretty successful All-Star weekend. They look at Jalen Brunson's recent comments on the Knicks lacking intangibles, a potential LeBron return to Cleveland, why Trysta is DONE talking about the Clippers/Aspiration saga, and much more! Subscribe to the Heat Check YouTube and follow Trysta here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Pistons Hornets Brawl, JJJ’s Scary Injury and Why OKC Keeps Winning
Feb 1300:22:21Tap to summarizeTrysta is in Los Angeles for All-Star Weekend and is joined by producer Zeke to break down a wild week across the NBA. They look at the massive Pistons Hornets fight that led to big fines and fresh questions about Detroit’s “Bad Boys” reputation. Plus, is this Pistons team is actually built to win? Then, a scary situation in Utah with Jaren Jackson Jr. being ruled out for the season after being diagnosed with PVNS and undergoing knee surgery. Trysta and Zeke also dig into why the Thunder keep hitting home runs on young talent, as Jared McCain has shined early in OKC. Plus: early thoughts on Cam Thomas with the Bucks, including Doc Rivers’ public praise, Jeremy Sochan landing with the Knicks, Draymond Green’s latest hater take on NBA expansion, and the high-school-gossip fallout from the Golden State Warriors trading Jonathan Kuminga — including a stunning Alex Caruso deal they reportedly turned down. Subscribe to the Heat Check YouTube and follow Trysta here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Giannis Stays, Harden to Cleveland, AD to Washington and More Deadline Drama
Feb 600:38:14Tap to summarizeThe NBA trade deadline was looking bleak... until it wasn't! Trysta is joined by producer Zeke to break down every major move and what it all actually means around the league. From Giannis Antetokounmpo staying put (for now), to James Harden landing in Cleveland, to Anthony Davis heading to Washington and giving the Wizards a surprising sense of direction. They also dive into the Warriors finally moving on from Jonathan Kuminga, the Hawks’ intriguing reshuffle, Jaren Jackson Jr. landing in Utah, a wild Pacers deal for Ivica Zubac with eyebrow-raising pick protections, and the Bulls hitting the reset button by trading everyone. Plus, all the other deadline madness you need to know in one place. Subscribe to the Heat Check YouTube and follow Trysta here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Division Breakdowns: Atlantic and Pacific
Oct 21, 2022Tap to summarizeTrysta, along with her BetMGM Tonight co-hosts PJ Glasser and Ryan Horvat, previewed the NBA season this week. On this bonus episode, they breakdown the Atlantic and Pacific Divisions. Tune In! Follow us on TikTok @TrystaKrick and @ThisHeatCheck New episodes every Tuesday and Friday! Watch video versions on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/c/ThisLeague/featured See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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