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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Relive iconic NBA seasons through the lens of the players. Each episode of FORGOTTEN SEASONS is hosted by FS creator, Dylan Dreyfuss and 9-year NBA veteran, Jelani McCoy. On each episode, they're joined by a new NBA legend to dive deep into a specific pocket of their career.
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The Real Economics Behind WNBA Pay with Dr. David Berri
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43:05Trysta 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…
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Summer League from Vegas: Cooper Flagg, Dylan Harper and Hansen Yang Hype
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17:04Trysta 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 Fla…
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The Jonas Valančiūnas Dilemma, 2nd Apron Madness and Summer League Tips Off!
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22:59We'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 …
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Pelicans' Wild Draft Night Trade + Offseason Winners and Losers (So Far)
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36:52As 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 he…
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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 m…
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Heat Check x Fluent & Chill: Live 2025 NBA Draft Reactions
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2:56:41Trysta 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…
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Thunder are 2025 NBA Champs, Haliburton’s Injury, and Trade Shenanigans Begin!
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33:37The 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 underwa…
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Pacers Survive and Force Game 7 with JuJu Gotti
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25:23Trysta 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 offens…
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Thunder Take Game 5, Bane Traded to Orlando with Damien Barling
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41:32Trysta 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 Tyres…
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Thunder Storm Back in Game 4... with a Little Help from Scott Foster?
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13:23Trysta 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.…
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Pacers Stun Thunder in Game 3, KD Trade Watch, Knicks Coaching Mess and WNBA Talk with D-Lo and KC
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36:10The 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 m…
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Thunder Dominate Game 2, Knicks Coaching Search Begins
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33:36The 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 Atlan…
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Haliburton does it AGAIN: Pacers Steal Game 1 in OKC with Kenny Caraway
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35:05Tyrese 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 stretc…
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Pacers/Thunder Finals Set, WNBA Heat Check and Haliburton Hate with Robin Lundberg
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1:15:23The 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 …
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Knicks Stay Alive, Thunder are Built Different, and NBA Front Office Talk with Keith Smith
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59:35Trysta 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 th…
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KAT and the Knicks Punch Back in Indiana, Outlook on OKC-MIN
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25:51The 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, Kum…
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Haliburton’s Heroics, Can the Knicks Recover? OKC Strikes First
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20:12The 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…
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Tatum’s Injury Fallout, Shai’s Rise in OKC, and more Big Questions Around the League with Law Murray
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44:15Clippers 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 Ea…
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Pacers & Wolves Shock the NBA, will the Cavs Run It Back? Plus, Warriors Future in Doubt
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29:26The 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 he…
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Mavs Win the Lottery, Are the Cavs Cooked? Plus, Denver-OKC Delivers
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25:27The 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…
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Round 2 Insanity, Warriors Odd Couple, Nuggets Pit Stop, and What's Up with Tatum?
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35:49Trysta 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…
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Round 1 Autopsies, Pacers Steal Home Court and Offseason Outlook with NBA Insider Jake Fischer
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47:26The first round is 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 h…
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Ant Slays LA, Milwaukee’s Meltdown, and More Playoff Madness with ChillTown Hoops
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42:42The 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 …
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Lakers on the Brink, Giannis’ Uncertain Future, and a Wild Nuggets-Clippers Finish
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42:33The 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 pri…
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OKC's Wild Comeback, Ja and Jimmy Go Down, Is It a Wrap for the Nuggets?
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23:28Happy 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 Wa…
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Game 1 Takeaways: Wolves Howling, Thunder Rolling, and Steph Still Cooking
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37:08The 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 fro…
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Kings & Bulls Flame Out, Mavs Drama and a Playoff Preview You Need
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38:38Trysta’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 "Bu…
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West Playoff Picture and the Warriors are Slipping
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30:23Trysta’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…
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Grizzlies Fire Taylor Jenkins & Ja's Emptying the Clip + Bad Boys Pistons Pt.2
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16:44Trysta 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! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The 8 Side
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Playoff Teams in Peril, Boston Celtics' Sale, and Deni Avdija Szn?!
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22:02Trysta 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! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The 8 Side
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Thunder Doubters Everywhere, Playoff Lookahead, and New-Look Zion
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31:03Trysta 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! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The 8 Side
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The NBA's Hottest Team is...The Detroit Pistons?!?
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23:29Trysta 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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Sixers' & Nuggets' Failures + What Jimmy Buckets Brings to GSW
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26:26Trysta 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 this year's trade deadline now that all of the dust has settled. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The 8 Side
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De'Aaron Fox Traded / Luka Doncic Trade Already Mixing Up the League
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32:32Trysta 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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The 8 Side
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Trysta breaks down easily the most shocking trade in NBA history. Luka Doncic is a Laker, and the reasons for it don't make any sense. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The 8 Side
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De'Aaron Fox Trade Rumors / Better Finals Chances: Boston or OKC?
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24:48Trysta breaks down the De'Aaron Fox trade situation as only she can. Then, she tries to figure out who has a better chance at winning it all right now between the Celtics and Thunder. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The 8 Side
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Trysta takes a quick tour around the league to find her favorite stories, starting, obviously, with Jimmy Butler's Miami's days being numbered. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The 8 Side
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Trysta breaks down Miami's rising, young center's game. Kel'el Ware looks pretty impressive in a really tough situation for the Heat. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The 8 Side
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Thunder Blow Out Cavs / Kings-Rockets Makes Up for it / Jimmy Continues to Jimmy
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15:15Trysta recaps a fun week of hoops from the airport and what a week it was. The Thunder more than made up for losing in Cleveland. The Kings are now 8-2 with Doug Christie after a great win over Houston. Jimmy Butler is slated to return to the Heat... maybe. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Trysta missed last week and boy was it a busy week. She catches up with some truly bizarre stories. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The 8 Side
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Law Murray on Lakers, Cavs, Clippers and more
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50:36Trysta welcomes Law Murray (The Athletic) onto the show to discuss Lakers-Cavaliers, the Clippers, Kawhi Leonard's impending return, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The 8 Side
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Trysta showed Zach Kleiman with his flowers for the work he's done in Memphis, including finding Yuki Kawamura, who has shifted from fun little story to legitimate NBA prospect. Don't believe us? Ask Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The 8 Side
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Trysta takes a look at every single team in the league and assesses them with a grade coming out of the Christmas break. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The 8 Side
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Trysta checks in, as she does every week, on this rookie class. Donovan Clingan looks impressive up in Portland. Is he the center of the future for a franchise looking for direction? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The 8 Side
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Dan Favale on the League's Best Teams Heading into Trade Season
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28:24Trysta welcomes Dan Favale for a trip around the top tiers of the league. Does OKC need a trade? How real are the Cavs? Will the Kings ever figure it out? And more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The 8 Side
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Trysta breaks down Yves Missi's fun season so far, even if it's taken place on the most depressing team in the league. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The 8 Side
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Jake Fischer on the Official Beginning of NBA Trade Season
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34:09Trysta is joined by friend of the show and insider of the peeps, Jake Fischer, to preview NBA trade season, which kicked off over the weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The 8 Side
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Jimmy Butler Trade Rumors? JIMMY BUTLER TRADE RUMORS
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19:33Trysta reacts to the rumors swirling around Miami and offers her opinion on where makes the most sense for Jimmy Butler, if he does indeed get traded. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The 8 Side
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ROOKIE REPORT: Zaccharie Risacher Looks like a Good Top Pick
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6:42Zaccharie Risacher might be getting the least amount of buzz a good top pick has gotten in quite some time. Trysta breaks down his game and the role he's played on a surprising Atlanta Hawks team. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The 8 Side
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Orlando Loses Franz / Sixers Getting Healthy / Our Warriors!
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22:31Trysta takes you through some of her most notable headlines, including: Franz Wagner joining Paolo Banchero on the IR Coaches letting it rip with players in the media Draymond getting benched And more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The 8 Side
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