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

Jrue Holiday Sends Clear Message Regarding Future with Portland Trail Blazers

Jrue Holiday Sends Clear Message Regarding Future with Portland Trail Blazers

Full List of Timberwolves’ 2026 Unrestricted Free Agents, Including Mike Conley

Full List of Timberwolves’ 2026 Unrestricted Free Agents, Including Mike Conley

Timberwolves’ Anthony Edwards States the Painfully Obvious After Playoff Loss to Spurs

Timberwolves’ Anthony Edwards States the Painfully Obvious After Playoff Loss to Spurs

Steve Kerr Gets Brutally Honest Regarding Return to Golden State Warriors

Steve Kerr Gets Brutally Honest Regarding Return to Golden State Warriors

Magic Named Potential Landing Spot for Two-Time NBA MVP on Trading Block

Magic Named Potential Landing Spot for Two-Time NBA MVP on Trading Block

Grizzlies Add Jaren Jackson Jr. Replacement With No. 3 Overall Pick in 2026 NBA Mock Draft

Grizzlies Add Jaren Jackson Jr. Replacement With No. 3 Overall Pick in 2026 NBA Mock Draft

Golden State Warriors Suffer Major Losses to Coaching Staff Under Steve Kerr

Golden State Warriors Suffer Major Losses to Coaching Staff Under Steve Kerr

Bob Myers Provides Potential Timeframe for 76ers to Identify Daryl Morey Replacement

Bob Myers Provides Potential Timeframe for 76ers to Identify Daryl Morey Replacement

Bob Myers Explains What His Role Will be With Philadelphia 76ers Moving Forward

Bob Myers Explains What His Role Will be With Philadelphia 76ers Moving Forward

Golden State Warriors’ Steve Kerr Changed His Mind About NBA Retirement

Golden State Warriors’ Steve Kerr Changed His Mind About NBA Retirement

Philadelphia Radio Host Implores 76ers to Trade Joel Embiid This Offseason

Philadelphia Radio Host Implores 76ers to Trade Joel Embiid This Offseason

Pistons’ J.B. Bickerstaff Calls Out Refs for Game-Altering Missed Whistle

Pistons’ J.B. Bickerstaff Calls Out Refs for Game-Altering Missed Whistle

Full List of Lakers’ 2026 Unrestricted Free Agents, Including LeBron James

Full List of Lakers’ 2026 Unrestricted Free Agents, Including LeBron James

Stephen A. Smith Urges Tyrese Maxey to Consider Leaving the Philadelphia 76ers

Stephen A. Smith Urges Tyrese Maxey to Consider Leaving the Philadelphia 76ers

Front Office Architect of Warriors’ Dynasty to Lead 76ers’ Search for Daryl Morey Replacement

Front Office Architect of Warriors’ Dynasty to Lead 76ers’ Search for Daryl Morey Replacement

Philadelphia 76ers Make Final Decision on Nick Nurse’s Future With the Franchise

Philadelphia 76ers Make Final Decision on Nick Nurse’s Future With the Franchise

Steve Kerr Breaks Silence on New, Multi-Year Contract with Warriors

Steve Kerr Breaks Silence on New, Multi-Year Contract with Warriors

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Sends Message to LeBron James After Playoff Series

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Sends Message to LeBron James After Playoff Series

Dillon Brooks Makes Bold Prediction Regarding LeBron James’ NBA Future

Dillon Brooks Makes Bold Prediction Regarding LeBron James’ NBA Future

Los Angeles Lakers’ Bronny James Weighs in on LeBron James’ NBA Future

Los Angeles Lakers’ Bronny James Weighs in on LeBron James’ NBA Future

Two Major Silver Linings for Philadelphia 76ers From 2025-26 NBA Season

Two Major Silver Linings for Philadelphia 76ers From 2025-26 NBA Season

Philadelphia 76ers Have Several Key Contributors Headed for Unrestricted Free Agency

Philadelphia 76ers Have Several Key Contributors Headed for Unrestricted Free Agency

Washington Wizards Star Voted Second-Most Overrated Player in NBA by His Peers

Washington Wizards Star Voted Second-Most Overrated Player in NBA by His Peers

NBA Analyst Calls for Philadelphia 76ers to Trade Joel Embiid Over the Offseason

NBA Analyst Calls for Philadelphia 76ers to Trade Joel Embiid Over the Offseason

Joel Embiid Makes Cryptic Comment About His Future with Philadelphia 76ers

Joel Embiid Makes Cryptic Comment About His Future with Philadelphia 76ers

Tyrese Maxey Gets Brutally Honest About Knicks Fans Taking Over 76ers’ Arena

Tyrese Maxey Gets Brutally Honest About Knicks Fans Taking Over 76ers’ Arena

76ers’ Joel Embiid Explains Why He Views 2025-26 Season as a Success

76ers’ Joel Embiid Explains Why He Views 2025-26 Season as a Success

Jalen Brunson Reveals Knicks’ Mindset Heading into Eastern Conference Finals

Jalen Brunson Reveals Knicks’ Mindset Heading into Eastern Conference Finals

Knicks Set NBA Record for Shooting in First Quarter of Game 4 vs. 76ers

Knicks Set NBA Record for Shooting in First Quarter of Game 4 vs. 76ers

76ers secure Joel Embiid insurance in First Round of 2026 NBA Mock Draft

76ers secure Joel Embiid insurance in First Round of 2026 NBA Mock Draft