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Welcome to the Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir). We started back in 2014 as a way to discuss our favorite league like we would whenever we hung out outside of work. Two cities, and a couple of radio jobs later, here we are. We strive to give you the best in everything NBA both on and off the court on a weekly basis and keep it light and fun, the way basketball is supposed to be. Honestly, which league is more fun than the NBA right now? Our goal is to make you feel like you’re sitting on the couch, at the barbershop, or at a barstool with us. We cover the league year-round from opening night in October, all the way through the NBA Finals in June. If that’s not enough, we keep going in the summer for the NBA draft, NBA summer league & free agency. Segments include Who’s Ballin, Who’s Fallin, our NBA version of the stock market where we tell you what’s trending up, and what’s trending down each week. We’ve also got Hot Takes from Reddit, where we bring you the spiciest and most comical takes from NBA Reddit each week. You also will hear the best in NBA guests throughout the season and all summer long. Like we said earlier though, the show is all about fun, because if you’re not having fun, why do something right
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On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys start the show by talking initial group play in the NBA Cup. We talk some early favorites to move on & who might be headed home. The guys then discuss another round of injuries across the league. The impact on the Thunder, Suns & Pelicans with Chet Holmgren, Kevin Durant & Zion Williamson missing time. In Who's Ballin Who's Fallin, potential All-Star game changes finally, a crazy scoring weekend for De'Aaron Fox & Chris Paul & James Harden moving up in the record books. Finally, another round of Immaculate Grid. Listen to the show wherever you get your podcasts & watch the show on YouTube!
On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys start the show by talking a miserable start to the season for the Sixers. The team is 1-7, Joel Embiid is supended & now Tyrese Maxey is out for weeks with a hamstring injury. Next, the guys talk the scorching Cavaliers who are 10-0 & discuss how they've done it with some extra praise for Kenny Atkinson & Darius Garland. In the NBA Cup preview, Kevin & Justin look at each group & pick their winners & discuss the level of seriousness they think each time will bring. In Who's Ballin Who's Fallin, Pop is out indefinately & the East as a whole has had a rough go of it to start the season. Finally, another round of Immaculate Grid. Listen to the show wherever you get your podcasts & watch the show on YouTube!
On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys start the show by discussing some hot starts to the season. Boston & OKC may not be a shock, but how about Cleveland, Golden State & Phoenix. Who can keep up? Plus the Bulls are running & the Knicks finding some chemistry with KAT. Next, the guys talk a major setback for the Magic with Paolo Banchero being sidelined for 4-6 weeks with an oblique injury. Who needs to step up for Orlando & why Justin is impressed with Paolo's leadership. In Who's Ballin Who's Fallin, more injuries for the Pelicans with Herb Jones & CJ McCollum, the Bucks struggles & Kawhi's elite candy corn grabbing ability. Finally, another round of Immaculate Grid. Listen to the show wherever you get your podcasts & watch the show on YouTube!
On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir) & Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose), the guys start out Warm Up Jumpers with their book reports. Justin breaks down a revamped Warriors roster post-Klay & where he thinks they stack up in a loaded West. Kevin then talks Wizards & tries to find the spots for optimism ahead of what looks to be another long season. Next, the duo jumps into the fallout for the Pelicans from DeJounte Murray's hand injury that will keep him out for two weeks. Why the guys were excited about Murray's fit & how they think CJ McCollum will have to adjust with Murray out. In Who's Ballin Who's Fallin the guys talk a hot start for the Lakers & Coach JJ Redick & Bronny's debut, the Clippers getting sued but also opening Intuit Arena & a hamstring injury for Brandon Miller. Finally, another round of Immaculate Grid. Listen to the show wherever you get your podcasts & watch the show on YouTube!
On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), Kevin is joined by Chase Bunker (@chasebunkerwokv) & Carlton Cabey (@Carlton_KB) as the guys start the show discussing the latest Kawhi Leonard injury. How quickly they think things could go south for the Clippers & what path the Clips should take long term. Next, the trio dives into all things Eastern Conference. Who can slow this Boston team down from winning another title? Some thoughts on the KAT fit in New York, the Sixers ongoing injury woes & Giannis soft-launching a break-up with Bucks. Plus Jalen Suggs signs an extension with the Magic & why they're ready to leap & a look at if Miami can muster up enough culture to make a run. What do they feel about Cleveland & Indy's chances? Is there anyone else worth watching in the East? Do Trae Young & Zach LaVine finally get moved? How many questions do these guys have? Listen to the show wherever you get your podcasts & watch the show on YouTube.
On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys begin the show by giving their book reports after spinning the wheel of NBA teams. Justin starts out with the Pacers & how they look to fare in the East after their run to the conference finals last season. Kevin then discusses the Clippers & where they'll stack up in the West after the loss of Paul George & Russell Westbrook. Next, the duo takes a look at the Western Conference as a whole. Is OKC the new favorite? Is Denver still a title threat? Can new look Mavericks & Timberwolves squads keep up plus a debate if we're sleeping on Memphis & Houston & who looks to drop out of the playoff picture. All that plus Who's Ballin Who's Fallin & another round of Immaculate Grid. Listen to the show wherever you get your podcasts & watch the show on YouTube.
On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys begin the show by talking the untimely passing of Dikembe Mutombo from brain cancer. Their favorite moments & a look at Dikembe's larger than life impact off the court. Next, the duo takes a look at the shocking Karl Anthony Towns trade. First, a look at where the Knicks stand & why they believe pushing the chips in was a good call here. Then, a dive into the Timberwolves & why the guys believe this is a head scratcher. In Who's Ballin Who's Fallin, Derrick Rose calls it a career, ESPN fires Zach Lowe & Bronny makes his pre-season debut. A quick chat about Trey Murphy's injury as well, before another round of Immaculate Grid. Listen to the show wherever you get your podcasts & watch the show on YouTube.
On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Jusitn Cousart (@JustinContheAir), Kevin is joined by Chase Bunker (@chasebunker) from News 104.5 WOKV to talk Adrian Wojnarowski calling it a career. The impact he's had on NBA newsbreaking & what the guys think of his legacy. After that, Joel Embiid signs a three-year max extension to stay in Philly. Kevin looks back at how we got to this point & if he believes Embiid will end his career in Philly now. Chase then discusses how he views the top of the Eastern Conference and who realistically can push Boston. Finally, some discussion about the Sixers arena staying in Philly & Issac Okoro returning to the Cavs. Listen to the show wherever you get your podcasts & watch the show on YouTube!
On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir) & Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose), the guys start by talking the recent changes to the NBA’s coach's challenge rule on out of bounds calls. Why they think this is largelt the right call. Next, the duo dives into Jamal Murray’s blockbuster max contract extension with the Denver Nuggets. What does this mean for Murray, the Nuggets, and the Western Conference at large? We break down the numbers, the implications, and what it means for Denver’s championship aspirations. In Who's Ballin Who's Fallin, the guys talk the Lakers tribute for Jerry West, a new deal for Markieff Morris in Dallas & another surgery for Christian Wood. Finally, anohter round of Immaculate Grid. Listen to the show wherever you get your podcast & watch the show on YouTube!
On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir) & Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose), the guys start the show with a good old fashioned player comparison & debate whose career they would rather have, Jrue Holiday or Damian Lillard? The duo then dives into some Nuggets talk (just before Jamal Murray re-signed, sigh) & discuss where the Nuggets stand in the West & some possible friction between the front office & Mike Malone. Who needs to step up for the Nuggets to be back in the Finals & how they can try & replace KCP's impact. In Who's Ballin Who's Fallin the guys talk a new deal for Tristan Thompson in Cleveland, Rudy vs. Shaq & the Sixers possibly moving out of Philly & into Camden. Finally, another round of Immaculate Grid. Listen to the show wherever you get your podcast & watch the show on YouTube!
On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys first start Warm Up Jumpers by discussing Steph Curry's new contract with the Warriors. What it means for their future & if they expect Steph to end his career as a Warrior. Plus some love for greek yogurt & cottage cheese. After the break, the duo dives into a new 4-year contract for TJ McConnell with the Pacers. Why it's a great time to cash in for TJ, and how the Pacers stack up as they look to get back to the ECF. What are their keys for the season? In Who's Ballin Who's Fallin the guys talk Deuce McBride being clutch, a new 3-year deal for Ivica Zubac with the Clippers & a sad tribute to Johnny & Matt Gaudreau after their untimely passing this weekend. Finally, another round of Immaculate Grid. Listen to the show wherever you get your podcasts & watch the show on YouTube!
On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), Kevin is joined by Andy Jordan (@andysmagicminute) & the guys start the show by talking...Star Wars. What's next for the franchise after the cancellation of The Acolyte & why didn't it work? Should Disney give up on the Old Republic? Next, some actual basketball as Kevin & Andy discuss potential landing destinations for Zach LaVine, Brandon Ingram & Trae Young. The likelihood of any of them being moved & what their value is after the summer. Andy also discusses his beloved Orlando Magic. How high can they get in the Eastern Conference next year & which players will key to them contending. Listen to the show wherever you get your favorite podcast & watch the show on YouTube!
On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys start the show discussing the NBA's schedule release, including the Celtics vs. Knicks & Timberwolves vs. Lakers on opening night. What the league got right & other matchups that Kevin & Justin are paying attention to early on. Next up, the U.S. wins Olympic Gold! Appreciating Steph Curry's final performance & a look back at the U.S.'s matchups with France & Serbia. Who stood out the most & an early look at who the guys think could be on Team U.S.A. in the 2028 Olympics. In Who's Ballin Who's Fallin, the duo talks a new deal for Patty Mills, the teams with the least amount of national games, Kevin Durant buying into Paris Saint-Germain & Joe Harris calling it a career. Finally, another round of Immaculate Grid, featuring a college twist. Leave us a review on iTunes & listen to the show wherever you get your podcast. Watch the show on YouTube!
On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir) & Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose), the guys start Warm-Up Jumpers with a 5-year, $238 million contract extension for Lauri Markkanen from the Jazz. The massive implications the deal has for the trade market over the next few years & why both guys believe that this helps Utah maintain flexibility if they want to fully or only slightly blow it up. Next, the duo dives into the Olympic quarterfinals matchups. Team USA has another date with Nikola Jokic & Serbia. Should they be worried? Plus the French seek revenge on a red hot German squad & Canada & Australia are out. Who should be more disappointed? In Who's Ballin Who's Fallin the guys discuss Jamal Murray's next contract & Charles Barkely announcing that he's staying on TV. Finally, another round of Immaculate Grid. Leave us a review on iTunes & listen to the show wherever you get your podcast. Watch the show on YouTube!
On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys first start Warm Up Jumpers with Gordon Hayward announcing his retirement. The guys look back at his career & discuss how they will view his legacy. The duo then dives into Olympic basketball & what stood our from group play so far. Kevin & Justin discuss who has shined the most so far on Team USA & why it inspires confidence that they're rolling despite lineup tweaks plus a look at hot starts for Germany & Canada. In Who's Ballin Who's Fallin, the Lakers unveil the newest Kobe statute, Kobe's locker goes for a record price & the NBA looks at a tournment in Europe. In some more Cavs news, Jarrett Allen signs a 3-year extension with the team. Why it's put up or shut up time now for this Cleverland group. Finally, the guys end with another round of Immaculate Grid, including their lowest guess ever. Listen to the show wherever you get your podcasts & watch to the show on YouTube!
On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), Kevin is joined by WSB Assistant Program Director Chris Crawford (@OnAirwithCC) & Orange Observer Sports Editor (@SamBAlbuquerque) to first discuss Team USA struggling in exhabition warm-ups. Is this a blip or a major issue? Plus how does this run have the potential to boost LeBron's legacy even higher. The guys then discuss Evan Mobley signing a max 5-year extension with the Cavaliers. Where does Cleveland tier in the East headed into next season & how can Mobley unlock the next level of his game. Next, Russell Westbrook is headed to Denver. Does this move the needle for the Nuggets? Finally, a tribute to the great Pat Williams who passed away at 84. Leave us a review on iTunes & we'll read them on the show or get the podcast wherever you listen to your favorite podcast. Watch the show on YouTube!
On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys start Warm Up Jumpers with a preview of the Paris 2024 Olympics. First the big news from Team USA with Kawhi Leonard dropping out & Derrick White replacing him. Should Jaylen Brown have beef? Plus the guys take a look at who could give the U.S. the most problems. The guys then dive into Jalen Brunson leaving a significant amount of money on the table as part of his new 4-year extension on the Knicks. Why this deal is so much more than Brunson taking one for the team & what the Knicks can do with the extra savings. The duo then dives into the NBA Cup group releases. Which groups out West & East are the most difficult & who can cruise. Finally, the guys talk the Kings bringing in Demar Derozan. Where does Sacramento rank now in the West? Leave us a review on iTunes & we'll read them on the show or listen to the show wherever you get your podcasts. Watch the show on YouTube.
On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir) & Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose), the guys start the show by discussing Kemba Walker's retirement. Some of their favorite Kemba moments & where he ranks on the all-time Hornets list. Then the pair takes a look at all things NBA free agency. The Sixers land their guy with Paul George, Chris Paul links up with Wemby, the Warriors revamp, Klay to Dallas, the Magic sign KCP & more. What we liked, didn't like and what confused us. After free agency, the guys talk the Pistons hiring J.B. Bickerstaff as head coach in Who's Ballin Who's Fallin as well as an early look at Summer League & the Olympics. Finally, another round of Immaculate Grid & Justin hates haircuts!? Listen to the show wherever you get your podcasts & watch the show on YouTube!
On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys start the show by talking about the Mikal Bridges trade. Where does this move the Knicks in terms of the East & beyond? Is Bridges really worth five first rounders? Plus what this means for Brooklyn moving forward. After that, it's all things NBA draft. First Atlanta who besides taking Zaccharie Risacher at #1, also traded Dejounte Murray to New Orleans. Is Trae Young still on the table? Plus why the guys love the Murray move from the New Orleans side & a debate if this changes things for Brandon Ingram. Then a deeper dive into the draft with our winners & losers & the Lakers actually taking Bronny. In Who's Ballin Who's Fallin the guys talk the Cavs hiring Kenny Atkinson & Andrew Wiggins not playing for Team Canada this summer. Finally, the fastest Immaculate Grid we've done so far. Leave us a review on iTunes & we'll read them on the show. Get the show wherever you find your podcasts & watch the show on YouTube!
On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys start the show by congratulating the Celtics (help us!) on their finals victory over the Mavericks. A final look at how the Celtics got here & a look at what both squads will likely do headed into next season. The guys then also debate if the Finals as a whole have been lackluster in the past few years. Justin & Kevin then dive into the Alex Caruso trade as Kevin argues why it's such a fleecing for the Thunder & how the Bulls are out of their mind. In Who's Ballin Who's Fallin, the guys talk new contracts for Pascal Siakam & Malik Monk, JJ Redick becoming the Lakers coach officially & the Pistons firing Monty Williams. Justin also goes through all the emotions with Brandon Ingram. Finally, another round of Immaculate Grid. Listen to the show wherever you get your podcasts & watch the show on YouTube!
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What about a rose trade, surely clips an lakes will both be keen
You guys need to do more research on the Knicks situation.
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