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

Reaves and Bronny Make NBA History as LeBron Cheers From Bench in Lakers’ Win

Reaves and Bronny Make NBA History as LeBron Cheers From Bench in Lakers’ Win

Lakers Hit With Brutal Injury Blow Ahead of Blazers Rematch

Lakers Hit With Brutal Injury Blow Ahead of Blazers Rematch

‘Austin’s Stupid’: Luka Dončić Reacts to Lakers Teammate’s Bold Claim

‘Austin’s Stupid’: Luka Dončić Reacts to Lakers Teammate’s Bold Claim

Celtics Urged to Flip Derrick White for No. 3 Pick to Escape Repeater Tax Trap

Celtics Urged to Flip Derrick White for No. 3 Pick to Escape Repeater Tax Trap

NBA Cap Expert Pushes Trade That Makes Rockets Title Favorites

NBA Cap Expert Pushes Trade That Makes Rockets Title Favorites

Jason Kidd Drops Major Update on Kyrie Irving’s Return Timeline

Jason Kidd Drops Major Update on Kyrie Irving’s Return Timeline

Jimmy Butler Rips Warriors After Shocking Loss to Pacers

Jimmy Butler Rips Warriors After Shocking Loss to Pacers

Steph Curry Delivers Brutally Honest Message After Warriors’ Stunning Collapse

Steph Curry Delivers Brutally Honest Message After Warriors’ Stunning Collapse

‘Scary Terry’ Back in Headlines as New Details Surface in NBA Probe

‘Scary Terry’ Back in Headlines as New Details Surface in NBA Probe

Heat Guard Terry Rozier’s NBA Gambling Case Takes Stunning Turn

Heat Guard Terry Rozier’s NBA Gambling Case Takes Stunning Turn

Doctor Outlines Mavericks Star Anthony Davis’ Recovery Timeline

Doctor Outlines Mavericks Star Anthony Davis’ Recovery Timeline

Kuminga Blossoms Into Warriors Starter — and Guess Who’s ‘Thrilled’

Kuminga Blossoms Into Warriors Starter — and Guess Who’s ‘Thrilled’

Mavericks Star Anthony Davis’ Status for Mexico Game Revealed

Mavericks Star Anthony Davis’ Status for Mexico Game Revealed

Steph Curry Sends Strong Message to Ex-Warriors Teammate After Revenge Game

Steph Curry Sends Strong Message to Ex-Warriors Teammate After Revenge Game

Lakers Share Massive Injury Update on Luka, Smart

Lakers Share Massive Injury Update on Luka, Smart

NBA Exec Predicts $180 Million Deal for Lakers Breakout Star

NBA Exec Predicts $180 Million Deal for Lakers Breakout Star

Mr. Big Shot Hires Big Gun to Clear His Name in NBA Gambling Scandal

Mr. Big Shot Hires Big Gun to Clear His Name in NBA Gambling Scandal

Beleaguered Trail Blazers Coach Chauncey Billups Hires High-Powered Attorney

Beleaguered Trail Blazers Coach Chauncey Billups Hires High-Powered Attorney

Ex-Celtics Guard Hires Trump Lawyer to Fight NBA Gambling Charges

Ex-Celtics Guard Hires Trump Lawyer to Fight NBA Gambling Charges

Lakers Get Good News on Marcus Smart Injury

Lakers Get Good News on Marcus Smart Injury

Lakers’ Austin Reaves Could Land Jaw-Dropping $240 Million Max Deal

Lakers’ Austin Reaves Could Land Jaw-Dropping $240 Million Max Deal

Warriors Issue Major Announcement on Brandin Podziemski

Warriors Issue Major Announcement on Brandin Podziemski

Knicks Share Positive Injury Update on Mitchell Robinson

Knicks Share Positive Injury Update on Mitchell Robinson

LeBron, Luka Go Viral After Reaves’ Game Winner Lifts Lakers

LeBron, Luka Go Viral After Reaves’ Game Winner Lifts Lakers

JJ Redick Gives Key Luka Dončić Injury Update Ahead of Lakers’ Road Trip

JJ Redick Gives Key Luka Dončić Injury Update Ahead of Lakers’ Road Trip

Lakers Rookie Adou Thiero Takes Major Step Toward NBA Debut

Lakers Rookie Adou Thiero Takes Major Step Toward NBA Debut

Warriors Share Promising Timeline for De’Anthony Melton’s Return

Warriors Share Promising Timeline for De’Anthony Melton’s Return

Warriors GM Lays Out Clear Condition for Steve Kerr’s Return

Warriors GM Lays Out Clear Condition for Steve Kerr’s Return

Ex-Celtics Guard Terry Rozier’s Lawyer Makes Shocking Admission

Ex-Celtics Guard Terry Rozier’s Lawyer Makes Shocking Admission

Terry Rozier’s Lawyer Makes Stunning Admission in NBA Gambling Case

Terry Rozier’s Lawyer Makes Stunning Admission in NBA Gambling Case