Heat Check with Trysta Krick

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.

The NBA Draft Lottery was insane, and Trysta has questions (NBA rigged, anyone?). She breaks down the Mavericks shocking win of the Cooper Flagg sweepstakes, the Pacers taking control of their series, and the back-and-forth war between Denver and OKC. Plus, news and notes from around the league, including playoff updates, player storylines, and all the wild energy from Round 2. Follow Trysta here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trysta breaks down the beginning of round 2 of the playoffs, with the Knicks bullying the offensively challenged Celtics and a scathing take on Tatum's first two games. The Pacers head into must win home games, and the Nuggets rest their starters. Trysta also talks about the endearing Odd Couple in Golden State starring Jimmy Butler and Buddy Hield. Follow Trysta here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The first round is (mostly) in the books, and Trysta’s doing autopsies on the Rockets and other eliminated teams. Plus, Trysta talks about the Pacers big win in Game 1 against the Cavaliers before being joined by NBA insider Jake Fischer to break down all of the latest storylines and offseason predictions on the way. Follow Jake on Twitter/X Follow Trysta here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The playoffs are heating up, and Trysta’s joined by the OG of ball Jermaine Womack, AKA Chilltown Hoops to break it all down. They dive into Ant and the Wolves bullying the Lakers, the Bucks’ full-on meltdown, and what’s next for Giannis and Dame. Plus, weird coaching moves, a Pacers-Cavs preview, vintage playoff Harden, and all the latest playoff chaos across the league. Follow Jermaine: TIkTok: @chltwn32 YouTube: @ChillTownHoops Follow Trysta here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The playoffs are on fire, and Trysta’s here to break it all down. She dives into the Bucks’ uncertain future after falling behind 3-1, the Lakers choking away Game 4, and two incredible battles: Clippers vs. Nuggets and Pistons vs. Knicks. Plus, the latest news from around the league and more! Follow Trysta here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy Friday! Trysta has the latest from last nights slate including the Thunder's ferocious rally to go up 3-0 against the Grizzlies, the Clippers dominating win and the Knicks Pistons rock fight of a series. Trysta also has an apology for Jalen Green after Houston evened the series against Golden State, what Jimmy Butler's injury means for the Warriors and Tyler Herro got COOKED by the Cavs. Plus, news and updates from around the league! Follow Trysta here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 2025 NBA Playoffs are here, and Trysta’s got thoughts. She breaks down the Grizzlies' 51-point meltdown, why she might be out on the Lakers, the Rockets' offensive struggles in Game 1, and everything else you need to know from the opening weekend. Plus: Trysta’s MVP pick, a fresh round of Buy or Sell, Make It Make Sense, and the latest news from around the league. Follow Trysta here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trysta’s got her fire extinguisher ready because the Kings and Bulls just went up in flames. On this episode of Heat Check, she dives into the messy collapses in Sacramento and Chicago, what really went down in that Mavericks closed-door meeting, and why people might not be taking the Rockets seriously enough. Trysta also tries out new segments "Buy or Sell" and "Trysta's Wild Ass Stat" before getting into her favorite first-round matchups. Follow Trysta here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trysta’s back in on the Clippers and no, she’s not taking questions at this time. On this episode of Heat Check, she breaks down the Warriors Clippers duel on Sunday, why Steve Kerr might be in trouble, and how the West playoff matchups are shaping up. Trysta dives into Nuggets Clippers, Luka and the Lakers vs. Ant and the Wolves, and sorts through Black Monday across the league! Follow Trysta: https://linktr.ee/trystakrick?utm_source=linktree_profile_share See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trysta Crick is BACK with another episode of the Heat Check. she gets into the Grizzlies firing their coach with 9 games left, the return of Ja Morant's Gun antics, the Bad Boy Pistons rerun and more! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trysta Krick calls out the playoff teams that are limping to the finish line, as well as the Celtics' record breaking sale and Denii Avdija's late season explosion! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trysta is back with another episode of the Heat Check! She gets into why national pundits STILL don't believe in the Oklahoma City Thunder, slim Zion showing promise, and what to watch for as the playoffs approach! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trysta Krick is back with another episode of Heat Check! She digs into how on earth the Pistons of all teams have become one of the league's best watches. Plus, the Celtics' quest for back-to-back and the upstart Blazers showing their true potential vs. CLE To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trysta Krick goes IN on the 76ers for their squandering of assets (again), how the Lakers have solved the Nuggets, Jimmy Butler's impact on Golden State, and putting a bow on thhis year's trade deadline now that all of the dust has settled To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trysta hopped for her weekly chat in Sacramento, where, obviously, the focus is De'Aaron Fox now being a San Antonio Spur. It didn't have to end this way. They also chat about Luka Doncic being traded to the Lakers, adding insult to injury. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.