Heat Check with Trysta Krick

The Knicks are one win away from a championship after one of the most incredible playoff comebacks you'll ever see. Trysta breaks down whether this was more about New York's resilience or one of the biggest chokes in NBA playoff history, and why this comeback perfectly embodies the Knicks' identity. She also dives into Victor Wembanyama's late-game struggles, the pressure mounting on the Spurs, an...

The NBA Finals are here, and the Heat Check has you covered. Trysta and Zeke break down the biggest matchup in basketball: the championship-starved New York Knicks against Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs, who are ahead of schedule and suddenly four wins away from a title. She dives into the key matchups, who guards whom, the importance of OG Anunoby, Mikal Bridges, and Josh Hart, and whether the K...

Trysta is playing her "flu game" fighting off a migraine but is still here to break down the latest NBA news including the Pistons getting sent home and two great Conference Finals matchups. Trysta looks at why she was right about the Pistons all along, why she trusts Brunson and the Knicks of Mitchell and the Cavs, and why she has zero clue who will come out of the San Antonio OKC battle.  P...

The Thunder are cruising through the playoffs, but somehow they’ve become one of the NBA’s most polarizing teams. Trysta breaks down why OKC’s dominance has fans waiting for the Western Conference Finals.  She also dives into Detroit’s unbelievable run and whether the Pistons are actually starting to look like a true 1-seed contender, or if the Magic and Cavaliers are...

The NBA Playoffs are delivering, and Trysta is here to break it all down. She reacts to the Timberwolves’ huge series win over Denver, what it means for Nikola Jokic’s legacy, and previews a fascinating Wolves-Spurs matchup featuring the Rudy Gobert–Victor Wembanyama connection. Plus, can the Knicks reach the Finals, the surprising Sixers forcing Game 7, why Detroit still ma...

The NBA Playoffs are underway and Trysta is here to break down all of the first round matchups. First, after a play-in exit, Trysta looks at the Warriors uncertain future with rumors of Steve Kerr stepping away swirling. Then Trysta looks at the cheap ownership in Portland, why the Pistons have fallen behind against the Magic, and the Blazers' return to the playoffs. Plus, Wemby wins Defensive Pla...

The regular season is wrapping up and Trysta and Zeke are covering all the chaos. Trysta breaks down Joel Embiid's crazy injury and what it means for the Sixers' playoff outlook, plus Atlanta's surprising surge coinciding with the benching of last year's No. 1 pick.   She also hits the Knick's win over Boston and how incredible Jaylen Brown's leap has been, before diving into the Bulls c...

Trysta is joined by producer Zeke to break down all the hottest storylines in the NBA, starting with the Lakers brutal injuries to Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves and why their postseason success is in serious doubt.  Trysta and Zeke also get into the disastrous Bulls front office (which was fired after recording), a wild Spurs Nuggets game, Dan Hurley's NBA potential, and where do the Magic go...

Trysta and producer Zeke break down the WILD game between the Timberwolves and Rockets, where the Wolves made a historic OT comeback and the Rockets offense continues to puzzle. Plus, a look at the potential NBA expansion, Moses Moody gruesome injury, Collin Gillespie closing in on the Suns three point record, and a bunch of fun storylines around the league!  Subscribe to the Heat Check YouTu...

Trysta and Zeke are here to break down Luka Doncic continuing his amazing season after scoring 100 points in the last 24 hours. They discuss why Luka is getting so much hate during an MVP-caliber season and what the Lakers' playoff ceiling really is.  Plus, with Cade Cunningham's collapsed lung keeping him out until right before the postseason, what is the outlook on the No. 1 seed in the Eas...

Trysta 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!&nb...

Trysta 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 pa...

On 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 emer...

Trysta 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 om...

Trysta 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 sea...

The 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...

Producer Zeke joins Trysta to ask a bunch of questions on all things NBA and trade deadline. Will Giannis get traded next week or this summer? What assets will the Pelicans give up? Can the Cavs fix their issues? Plus a look at an insane hypothetical trade that could've landed Devin Booker in Chicago.  Subscribe to the Heat Check YouTube and follow Trysta  here .  See omnystudio.com...

On this episode of the Heat Check, Trysta unpacks the explosive Baxter Holmes report detailing the growing tension inside the Lakers organization before Jeanie Buss' departure. From frustrations with LeBron James and Klutch Sports’ influence to the lingering fallout of the Russell Westbrook trade, Trysta breaks down how deep the power struggle in Los Angeles really runs and how the Lakers ev...

The dust is settling after the Trae Young trade, and on this episode of The Heat Check, Trysta breaks down what the deal really means now that emotions have cooled. Was it the right reset, and how does Trae fit into DC moving forward? She also dives into the recent tension between Luka Dončić and Dennis Schröder. Plus, a full Celtics reality check. Subscribe to the Heat Check YouTube and foll...

The first trade of the NBA season is a wild one. On this episode of the Heat Check, Trysta reacts to Trae Young being dealt to the Wizards for CJ McCollum and Corey Kispert. She breaks down why Trae may be unfairly criticized, what his reset in Washington could look like, and how he can help the Wizards grow (or tank) more effectively. Plus, Trysta checks in on the Utah Jazz and asks whether they&...

Trysta reacts to the brutal news that Nikola Jokic will be out indefinitely after hyperextending his knee. She looks at what this means for Denver and the MVP race going forward.  Plust, we've got pro players going BACK to college, Trae Young's uncertain future in Atlanta, Draymond continuing to talk, and more!  Subscribe to the Heat Check YouTube and follow Trysta  here .  &nb...

On this episode of Heat Check , Trysta Krick breaks down the latest NBA storylines, starting with the heated confrontation between Draymond Green and Steve Kerr and what it means for the Warriors moving forward. Trysta also dives into the rise of Derik Queen and why the Pelicans are suddenly playing their best basketball of the season. Plus, she touches on Devin Booker news, questions whether an N...

On this episode of the Heat Check, Trysta reacts to the New York Knicks winning the NBA Cup, breaking down their victory over the Spurs and why the tournament might finally be turning a corner. She also loved watching New York fans show real appreciation for Victor Wembanyama’s greatness. Trysta weighs in on Adam Silver’s response to the Terry Rozier/Miami Heat dilemma, checks in on a...

On this episode of the Heat Check, Trysta breaks down a packed week in the NBA — from the intensity of the NBA Cup, to the alarming wave of injuries sweeping across the league. She dives into Pat Spencer’s unlikely breakout, the Detroit Pistons’ surprising depth, and Cooper Flagg’s record-breaking start to his rookie season. Trysta also unpacks the ongoing conversation arou...

Trysta is joined by Keith Smith of Spotrac to break down every angle of the looming Giannis Antetokounmpo sweepstakes. They talk potential trade destinations, how realistic a move actually is, what the Bucks can get in a trade, and why a return to Greece later in his career may factor into his decisions. Then, Trysta and Keith react to the Chris Paul saga in L.A., as the Clippers send CP3 hom...