Alder Almo

Expertise:
NBA, Basketball
Education:
University of Santo Tomas
Location:
Jersey City, New Jersey

Experience

Alder Almo is a veteran NBA reporter based in Jersey City, New Jersey, with over 20 years of experience across local and international media. He currently covers the NBA for Heavy Sports, with a focus on the New York Knicks, Los Angeles Lakers and Golden State Warriors, as well as the WNBA.

Featured in: Sports Illustrated, USA TODAY, Bleacher Report, SB NationHoopsHype, The Sporting News and Basketball Intelligence

Almo has conducted interviews with NBA legends and current stars, including LeBron James, Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant, Jayson Tatum, Luka Dončić, Derrick Rose and Allen Iverson, among others. His work blends breaking news, insider-driven reporting and analysis tailored for digital audiences.

He previously reported on the New York Knicks for Empire Sports Media and Off the Glass, and served as a senior content writer and producer for TV5 in the Philippines. He also held editorial roles with Fox Sports Philippines, NBA Philippines and Philstar.com’s Sports Hub.

A member of the Asian American Journalists Association (AAJA), Almo has been credentialed by the NBA since 2021. He has covered the NBA Finals in 2022 and 2024 and has reported on major international sporting events, including Manny Pacquiao boxing fights, the Asian Games and the Philippines’ national basketball team.

Education

Alder Almo graduated from the Pontifical and Royal University of Santo Tomas in the Philippines with a bachelor's degree in philosophy and religious studies.

 

Latest Articles From Alder Almo

NBA Insider Floats Wild Trade Pitch That Pairs Anthony Davis With Luka Dončić

NBA Insider Floats Wild Trade Pitch That Pairs Anthony Davis With Luka Dončić

Lakers Receive Unexpected Boost in Search for Luka Dončić’s Lob Threat

Lakers Receive Unexpected Boost in Search for Luka Dončić’s Lob Threat

Knicks Insider Names 2 Casualties of James Dolan’s Warning

Knicks Insider Names 2 Casualties of James Dolan’s Warning

James Dolan Sends Sobering Message on Knicks’ Championship Future

James Dolan Sends Sobering Message on Knicks’ Championship Future

Lakers Receive Encouraging Austin Reaves News Before Free Agency

Lakers Receive Encouraging Austin Reaves News Before Free Agency

Jonathan Kuminga’s Future in Atlanta Takes Unexpected Turn Before Draft

Jonathan Kuminga’s Future in Atlanta Takes Unexpected Turn Before Draft

NBA Insider Reveals Jaylen Brown’s True Feelings on Potential Bucks Trade

NBA Insider Reveals Jaylen Brown’s True Feelings on Potential Bucks Trade

Lakers Get Clarity on Longtime Trade Target’s Contract Demands

Lakers Get Clarity on Longtime Trade Target’s Contract Demands

Knicks Have Competition for Intriguing International Guard Target

Knicks Have Competition for Intriguing International Guard Target

Timberwolves Eye Intriguing Spanish Guard as Backcourt Questions Mount

Timberwolves Eye Intriguing Spanish Guard as Backcourt Questions Mount

Lionel Messi’s First World Cup Hat Trick Ties All-Time Record

Lionel Messi’s First World Cup Hat Trick Ties All-Time Record

Karl-Anthony Towns Has Special Trip Planned for Jordyn Woods After Knicks Championship

Karl-Anthony Towns Has Special Trip Planned for Jordyn Woods After Knicks Championship

Karl-Anthony Towns Reveals What Fueled Knicks’ Championship Comebacks

Karl-Anthony Towns Reveals What Fueled Knicks’ Championship Comebacks

Luka Dončić Reveals Players He Wants Lakers to Add During Jordan Tour

Luka Dončić Reveals Players He Wants Lakers to Add During Jordan Tour

‘No Sex’ Wasn’t the Only Thing James Dolan Asked of Knicks Before Title Run

‘No Sex’ Wasn’t the Only Thing James Dolan Asked of Knicks Before Title Run

Miami Heat Eye 4-Time All-Star as Backup Option if Giannis Trade Fails

Miami Heat Eye 4-Time All-Star as Backup Option if Giannis Trade Fails

Lakers Get Great News on Longtime Trade Target for Center Upgrade

Lakers Get Great News on Longtime Trade Target for Center Upgrade

Knicks Center Sends Emotional Post-Championship Message Before Major Free Agency Decision

Knicks Center Sends Emotional Post-Championship Message Before Major Free Agency Decision

Warriors Bring in Rising Michigan Big Man, Five Others for Latest Pre-Draft Workout

Warriors Bring in Rising Michigan Big Man, Five Others for Latest Pre-Draft Workout

James Dolan Made Surprise Promise to Knicks WAGs Before Championship Run

James Dolan Made Surprise Promise to Knicks WAGs Before Championship Run

Knicks Owner James Dolan’s Pre-Playoff ‘No Sex’ Joke Finally Seen in New Video

Knicks Owner James Dolan’s Pre-Playoff ‘No Sex’ Joke Finally Seen in New Video

Knicks Owner James Dolan’s Pre-Playoff Speech Reveals Truth Behind Thibodeau Firing

Knicks Owner James Dolan’s Pre-Playoff Speech Reveals Truth Behind Thibodeau Firing

Bucks Linked to Blockbuster Giannis Trade for Coveted Top-5 Pick

Bucks Linked to Blockbuster Giannis Trade for Coveted Top-5 Pick

Clippers Linked to Blockbuster Trade for 5-Time NBA All-Star

Clippers Linked to Blockbuster Trade for 5-Time NBA All-Star

Celtics Linked to Blockbuster Trade Sending Jaylen Brown to Clippers

Celtics Linked to Blockbuster Trade Sending Jaylen Brown to Clippers

Paul Pierce Makes Stunning Admission After Knicks Championship

Paul Pierce Makes Stunning Admission After Knicks Championship

Lakers Get Bad News on Coveted Center to Counter Victor Wembanyama

Lakers Get Bad News on Coveted Center to Counter Victor Wembanyama

Lakers Get Bad News on Ideal Luka Doncic Teammate Ahead of Free Agency

Lakers Get Bad News on Ideal Luka Doncic Teammate Ahead of Free Agency

Denver Nuggets Get Unexpected Aaron Gordon Trade News

Denver Nuggets Get Unexpected Aaron Gordon Trade News

Lakers Receive Unexpected Austin Reaves Free Agency Update

Lakers Receive Unexpected Austin Reaves Free Agency Update

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