Michael Kaskey-Blomain

Expertise:
NBA, NFL, UFC, WWE
Education:
Temple University
Location:
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Experience

Michael Kaskey-Blomain is an NBA and NFL contributor for Heavy with well over a decade in the industry. He began his career covering the Philadelphia sports scene at the Philadelphia Inquirer before transitioning to a role as a National NBA Writer with CBS Sports. In that role, Michael covered games and tentpole NBA events including the draft, wrote hundreds of in-depth articles and conducted one-on-one interviews with some of the biggest stars in the game including Jayson Tatum, Draymond Green and Allen Iverson, among others.

Michael also serves as a credentialed Philadelphia 76ers reporter and insider for ESPN 97.3, where he attends Sixers games, press conferences and events and keeps his finger firmly on the pulse of the franchise. His work also appears in The Sporting News.

Education

Michael Kaskey-Blomain graduated from the University of Pittsburgh with a bachelor's degree in communications. He continued his studies in the field at Temple University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where he graduated with a master's degree in broadcasting, telecommunications and mass media.

Latest Articles From Michael Kaskey-Blomain

Draymond Green Casts Serious Doubt on Steve Kerr’s Future with Warriors

Draymond Green Casts Serious Doubt on Steve Kerr’s Future with Warriors

Current Golden State Warriors Assistant Coach Named Potential Steve Kerr Successor

Current Golden State Warriors Assistant Coach Named Potential Steve Kerr Successor

Nick Nurse Gets Brutally Honest About 76ers’ Game 1 Blowout Loss to Celtics

Nick Nurse Gets Brutally Honest About 76ers’ Game 1 Blowout Loss to Celtics

Philadelphia 76ers’ V.J. Edgecombe Reacts to Frustrating Postseason Debut

Philadelphia 76ers’ V.J. Edgecombe Reacts to Frustrating Postseason Debut

Golden State Warriors Have a Plethora of Players Headed for Free Agency in 2026

Golden State Warriors Have a Plethora of Players Headed for Free Agency in 2026

Familiar Face Named as Potential Steve Kerr Replacement for Golden State Warriors

Familiar Face Named as Potential Steve Kerr Replacement for Golden State Warriors

Philadelphia 76ers’ Injury Report for Game 1 vs. Celtics Includes Expected Absence

Philadelphia 76ers’ Injury Report for Game 1 vs. Celtics Includes Expected Absence

Extremely Concerning Report Emerges About New York Knicks at Onset of Playoffs

Extremely Concerning Report Emerges About New York Knicks at Onset of Playoffs

Jimmy Butler’s Future with Golden State Warriors Gets Major Update

Jimmy Butler’s Future with Golden State Warriors Gets Major Update

LaMelo Ball Questions Hornets’ Coaching After Play-In Loss to Magic

LaMelo Ball Questions Hornets’ Coaching After Play-In Loss to Magic

Pending Free Agent Named Philadelphia 76ers’ Biggest Playoff X-Factor

Pending Free Agent Named Philadelphia 76ers’ Biggest Playoff X-Factor

Suns’ Dillon Brooks Takes Shot at Thunder Ahead of Playoff Matchup

Suns’ Dillon Brooks Takes Shot at Thunder Ahead of Playoff Matchup

Polarizing Player Named Los Angeles Lakers’ Biggest Playoff X-Factor

Polarizing Player Named Los Angeles Lakers’ Biggest Playoff X-Factor

Philadelphia 76ers Show Respect to Celtics Before Another Playoff Matchup

Philadelphia 76ers Show Respect to Celtics Before Another Playoff Matchup

LeBron James Reveals the Best Thing That Ever Happened to Him in His Career

LeBron James Reveals the Best Thing That Ever Happened to Him in His Career

Not Trading LeBron James Named Lakers’ Biggest Regret From 2025-26 NBA Season

Not Trading LeBron James Named Lakers’ Biggest Regret From 2025-26 NBA Season

Washington Wizards Make Major Decision Regarding Brian Keefe’s Future with Franchise

Washington Wizards Make Major Decision Regarding Brian Keefe’s Future with Franchise

How the Philadelphia 76ers Fared Against the Boston Celtics During the Regular Season

How the Philadelphia 76ers Fared Against the Boston Celtics During the Regular Season

Denver Nuggets Predicted to Lose Key Contributor in Free Agency

Denver Nuggets Predicted to Lose Key Contributor in Free Agency

Nick Nurse Reveals 76ers’ Plan for Defending Paolo Banchero in Play-in Game

Nick Nurse Reveals 76ers’ Plan for Defending Paolo Banchero in Play-in Game

Oklahoma City Thunder Predicted to Lose Two Key Contributors in Free Agency

Oklahoma City Thunder Predicted to Lose Two Key Contributors in Free Agency

76ers’ Injury Report for Play-In Game vs. Magic Includes Expected Absence

76ers’ Injury Report for Play-In Game vs. Magic Includes Expected Absence

76ers’ Paul George Details How Much Better He Feels After 25-Game Suspension

76ers’ Paul George Details How Much Better He Feels After 25-Game Suspension

Michael Porter Jr. Sends Strong Message Regarding His Future With Nets

Michael Porter Jr. Sends Strong Message Regarding His Future With Nets

Philadelphia 76ers Predicted to Lose Key Contributor in Free Agency

Philadelphia 76ers Predicted to Lose Key Contributor in Free Agency

Zion Williamson Sends Clear Message Regarding His Future with Pelicans

Zion Williamson Sends Clear Message Regarding His Future with Pelicans

Billy Donovan to Meet With Bulls Regarding His Future With the Franchise

Billy Donovan to Meet With Bulls Regarding His Future With the Franchise

Tyrese Maxey Reacts to 76ers Play-In Tournament Matchup With Magic

Tyrese Maxey Reacts to 76ers Play-In Tournament Matchup With Magic

Giannis Antetokounmpo Reacts to Bucks’ Dismissal of Doc Rivers

Giannis Antetokounmpo Reacts to Bucks’ Dismissal of Doc Rivers

Tyrese Haliburton Sends Message to Pacers Fans After Disappointing 2025-26 NBA Season

Tyrese Haliburton Sends Message to Pacers Fans After Disappointing 2025-26 NBA Season