Kevin and Justin talk about the Starters for the All-Star game, With Captains Stephen Curry and Lebron James. would you rather Victor Oladipo over Demar DeRozan, and should the Pelicans have both Anthony Davis and DeMarcus Cousins as the starters? AND THE 76ERS HAVE EMBIID IN!!!!!!! We also talk about the San Antonio Spurs situation with Kawhi Leanord... Should they try to bring him back this season... will they fall behind the Timberwolves in the rankings? We give our Ballin & Falling for t...
Jan 22, 2018•59 min
With the NBA Trade Deadline coming up next month Rumors are starting to ramp up! Justin and Kevin talk about possible trades that we could see, Will the Chicago Bulls Send Nikola Mirotic To the Utah Jazz... Or maybe the Detroit Pistons? How can they get young assets in return... what about the Jazz and Derrick Favors? Will The Cleveland Cavaliers be willing to part ways with their #1 pick? The guys then switch over to "We The North" and chat why the Toronto Raptors are new and improved and have ...
Jan 15, 2018•57 min
Kevin and Justin Bring on Richie Randall From Buzz Beat Radio (he's also a contributor for Queen City Hoops) to talk about the Charlotte Hornets, and whats going on behind the scenes in this disappointing season...They bring up topics like is Dwight Howard having a bad year or do people just hate him, whats been going on with Nic Batum's shot, there seems to be an overall shooting problem with the team... how can they fix it, is Bench Play a problem for them, What direction would you like the te...
Jan 11, 2018•35 min
Kevin and Justin start off talking about the NBA All-Star Vote Returns, Are they Suprised Giannis is over Lebron and should games played matter in these ranks? Also, Justin says if Kristaps Porzingis is tired... HE SHOULD NOT PLAY IN THE ALL-STAR GAME. Then they show off their new segment: "Who's ballin & whos fallin." After the segment, they jump right into the Los Angles Lakers losing streak and whats going wrong... Plus they find about Andrew Bogut during the episode. Last, They end the s...
Jan 08, 2018•1 hr 3 min
Kevin and Justin Welcome in the 2018 year looking to the East Coast Teams and what they should be looking to change into the new year. teams they dive into: Boston Celtics, Toronto Raptors, Cleveland Cavaliers, Detroit Pistons, Washington Wizards, Brooklyn Nets, New York Knicks, Philadelphia 76ers, Miami Heat, Charlotte Hornets, Indiana Pacers, Orlando Magic, Atlanta Hawks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 01, 2018•1 hr 9 min
Its New Years, and everyone is trying to better themselves... So whether or not they want it Kevin and Justin offer their New Years Resolutions for all the west coast teams. Hear what they think teams like the: Clippers, Trailblazers, Grizzlies, Pelicans, Warriors, Spurs, Rockets, Timberwolves, Suns, Kings, Thunder, Nuggets, Jazz, Lakers, and Mavericks. Disagree with something we said?? Please let us know On Social Media! Just Search "Drive and Dish NBA" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit m...
Dec 28, 2017•1 hr
Tim, Kevin, and Justin are all back to record a new pod! , They talk some show changes, and how you can help them. Plus the already good Spurs are getting even better because Kawhi Leonard is back... should the rest of the NBA be worried... there are some trade talks brewing with some centers.. who do we think is most likely to move? Hear it all and more here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 18, 2017•1 hr
Justin brings back out Indiana Pacers writer, Grant Afseth (Indiana Pacers writer for Indiana Sports Coverage, Editor for Myles Turner's website & Columnist for the Kokomo Tribune.) They talk about the team as a whole and if they are actually legit this year. then, they talk about Coach Nate Mcmillan and ask if he should be considered for Coach of the year. After that Justing addresses the ESPN question, Did the Pacers win the PG13 Trade because of Victor Oladipo's recent play. hear all this...
Dec 15, 2017•39 min
Kevin and Justin talk about some streaking teams in the NBA, more specifically the Cavs and The Rockets... they ask who's streak is more impressive, How important is CP3 to the rockets, what has finally clicked for the cavs, why is no one talking about how good Kevin Love has been playing? They also talk about the 76ers trade sending Jahlil Okafor to the Nets for Trevor Booker, and talk about the media making it seem like the nets won the trade. lastly, the jump into some hot takes from Reddit! ...
Dec 11, 2017•43 min
Midweek interview!!! Kevin brings on Duncan Smith, @DuncanSmithNBA to talk about the Pistons newfound success. He asks about the changes that have been made to their offense. How Andre Drummond's overall game has improved, how in the hell do all the Pistons starters have a negative net rating, has Tobias Harris has taken the leap this year, what are the expectations for next year... and is Stanly Johnson a bust?Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 08, 2017•28 min
We discuss some of the early bench players who are already making strong cases for 5th man including Marcus Smart, Tyreke Evans, Dwayne Wade, Lou Williams, Normal Powell & more. We also touch on the David Fizdale firing and what the next logical move for the Memphis Grizzlies are. Kevin Rafuse (@Rafusetolose) and Tim Tompkins (@RadioTimNBA) www.DriveAndDishPodcast.comLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 03, 2017•54 min
Justin brings on Grizzlies guest Joe Mullinax, Site manager for "Grizzly Bear Blues," Sb Nations Grizzlies site and Grizzly bear blues live Podcast host. They talk about the new coaching change in Memphis. Justin asks questions like... where did this come from, was this the right move or should Marc Gasol been the one to move, how do they build from this... Where will Fizdale land his next job? all this and more on this episode of the Drive and Dish! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megap...
Nov 28, 2017•26 min
Dan Moore joins the program to discuss the Timberwolves and how Minnesota is taking in the newfound success. How has Teague fit in and would Rubio have been a better fit? What about the Andrew Wiggins max extension? Can their defense and bench carry them deep into the playoff or do they have a Shabazz Muhammad problem. Kevin Rafuse (@RafuseToLose) hosts!www.DriveAndDishPodcast.com Facebook & Twitter @ DriveAndDishNBALearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 26, 2017•41 min
Imagine, You're at Thanksgiving with all of your NBA friends... the turkey is out and one ask's "What are you thankful for this NBA season?" Kevin, Tim, and Justin saved up 5 things they are thankful for this season and talk about it on this pod... from the return of the big men to Evan Turner. hear some of the things they like and are happy about this season! (also, does anyone actually eat cranberry sauce?)Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 20, 2017•52 min
Grant Afseth (@GrantAfseth) of IndianaSportsCoverage.com joins to discuss the surprise start to the Pacers season. Is Victor Oladipo's play sustainable for an entire season? Can Myles Turner and Sabanois share the court long term? How do the advanced statistics shine a light on a long 82 game season. www.DriveAndDishPodcast.comTim Tompkins (@RadioTimNBA), Justin Cousart (@JustinCOntheair) and Kevin Rafuse (@RafuseToLose)Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Nov 17, 2017•44 min
Tim, Kevin And Justin talk about The Spurs, and If we're worried that Kawhi is not recovering as fast as they need.... How are they replacing him, Is Rudy Gay working? WHO THE HELL IS BRANDON PAUL AND BRYN FORBES????? They then switch focus to the east where they talk about the "early surprise" teams like Knicks, Pistons, Magic, and Pacers. Last they ask if the Raptors, Washington or Boston can take advantage of the Cavs not playing well. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adch...
Nov 13, 2017•47 min
The Suns have traded 'star' point guard Eric Bledsoe to the Bucks. Did the Suns get fleeced? Can Eric Bledsoe make the Bucks a 'contending' team out East? How will the rotations be impacted for the Bucks? Will the Suns keep Greg Monroe as part of #TheTimeline?Alex Juneau (@Junesfoshiz) of Cream City Central joins the pod with Justin Cousart and Tim Tompkins to discuss. @DriveAndDishNBA www.DriveAndDishPodcast.comLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Nov 08, 2017•40 min
Tim, Kevin and Justin Talk Pretend to be a Hot or Not App, and rate NBA teams on how successful they have been this season, they also ask if the success is sustainable. The first teams are the Boston Celtics, and the Clippers... they then get into the Cleveland Cavaliers. Top end the episode they talk about two players that are not playing right now Jahlil Okafor and the situation with the 76ers, and Eric Bledsoe and the trade possibilities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/a...
Nov 06, 2017•52 min
The gang is back to talk NBA! they hit on the Orlando Magic and ask if they are legit or just having a really good start, and how good Jonathan Simmons is for this team! How has Aaron Gordon Changed his game to become really effective on the court? they then switch their attention over to the OKC Thunder and ask if the big three is working, fans are mad that Carmelo is a "Ball Stopper." should the fans be worried about the team... and is Westbrook going to win a Triple Double. We then ask the Su...
Oct 30, 2017•56 min
Our Firs Mid-week of the season, Justin And Tim chat with Andy Larsen about the Utah Jazz and their start to the season. Andy Is a busy guy, he's a Utah Jazz beat writer for @KSLcom, The Managing Editor of Salt City Hoops (ESPN TrueHoop affiliate of the Utah Jazz) and an ESPN 700 Radio host Thursday 7-9 PM. They Ask all the questions they can including: How has Quin Snyder adjusted to the new team, Can Joe ingles stay as hot as he is from 3, How has Ricky Rubio adjusted to the jazz style of play...
Oct 26, 2017•34 min
They guys are stoked for a new season. On this episode, the guys talk some week one takeaways, How awesome DeAndre Jordan's plan to donate $100 FOR EVERY REBOUND to Houston!!! They then ask is the season already an "injury bust?" What are the impacts of Gordon Haywards and Jeremy Lin's Injury? Lemarcus Aldridge got PAID by the spurs... was it a good deal, or bad? The guys then round out the Episode with a quick "hot takes from Reddit." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoic...
Oct 23, 2017•48 min
First, the guys talk about the Joel Embiid and Hassan Whiteside preseason beef on the court... and then on Twitter! and ask if Embiids contract will be worth it! they then ask the last 10 season preview questions:1. Who has impressed you most this Preseason… and who’s most likely to continue playing well into the reg season?2. What is one HOT TAKE you have seen that you think could come true this season?3. Who will score for the Hawks???4. How do the King’s develop Fox with George taking away mi...
Oct 16, 2017•53 min
Kevin hops on the phone with Harrison Wind (He covers the Nuggets for BSNDenver) to talk about the upcoming NBA season for the Denver Nuggets. they talk about how the team can fix their defensive problems from last year... how to keep developing Nikola Jokic, what Paul Milsap brings to this team, and why they may have to change their offensive plan. they also talk about the offseason hype around Emmanuel Mudiay and if its just talk... or if there's something there. Learn more about your ad choic...
Oct 13, 2017•28 min
They guys are back to talk about what the Nic Batum injury means for the Charlotte Hornets... WIll they give Jeremy Lamb the nod, or will help come in the form of their Rookie Malik Monk, and Michael Kidd-Gilchrist?oThey guys then continue their Preseason questions:- what is considered a "good" season this year for the heat... can they make the playoffs?- Who's most likely to surprise us this season (Nets, Magic or Knicks)- What will the Knicks team look like at the start of the season with Melo...
Oct 09, 2017•43 min
The guys are back for their second episode of pre-season questions: 1. Which Superstar is under the most pressure to make it work with his new teammates: Westbrook Or Harden? 2. What defines a ‘successful’ season for #TheTimeline in PHX? 3. Which non-playoff team from the 2016-2017 season is most likely to make it in this year: Nuggets, Pelicans or Timberwolves? 4. Whats the likely ceiling for this Jazz given their playoff run last season 5. Does the hope of a non-warriors repeat rest completely...
Oct 02, 2017•1 hr 1 min
Tim and Justin jump on the Mic to talk about the news that Carmelo Anthony will be traded to the Oklahoma City Thunder... Where does this put them in the west... are they better than the Spurs??? What will their lineups look like. On The Knicks end, how will they use Enes Kanter and Doug McDermott, how do they focus on making Porzingis happy now?? Then we jump into ten questions we have going into the 2017-2018 NBA Season: - Who is most likely to win MVP this year? - What Superstar who changed t...
Sep 23, 2017•1 hr
Grading the Suns offseason with Gerald Bourguet (@GeraldBourguet) of HoopsHabit discussing the Alex Len qualifying offer, Josh Jackson vs TJ Warren, can Devin Booker be the best player on a championship team & more. Episode brought to you by Audible. Get your free trial at www.DriveAndDishPodcast.com Search @ Drive and Dish on Facebook/Twitter/InstagramLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 21, 2017•43 min
Justin, Kevin & Tim are back from "hunkering down" for Irma, and eager to talk hoops! First they talk about whether or not the Lakers should retire both #8 and #24 for Kobe, they then take a dive into the "Click Bait" that is ESPN's Top 100 NBA rank, (Jokic over Gasol, AND Ball Over Melo?). (31:30 mark)We then call up our good friend Josh Lloyd (@Redrock_bball), Lead Fantasy Basketball analyst at Basketball Monster and locked-on fantasy podcast host) to chat about NBA fantasy strategy, sleep...
Sep 11, 2017•1 hr
Isaiah Thomas posted a heartfelt message to Celtics fans on the Players Tribune titled, 'This is for Boston'. In this uninterrupted episode, Tim (@RadioTimNBA) reads it to you. https://www.theplayerstribune.com/isaiah-thomas-trade-celtics-cavaliers/Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 07, 2017•23 min
(35 min mark) Adam Criblez (@AdamCriblez) stops by the pod to discuss his new book 'Tall Tales and Short Shorts' and some of the most fascinating stories from the NBA and ABA in the 1970's. Pick it up on Amazon ( https://www.amazon.com/Tall-Tales-Short-Shorts-Popular/dp/144227767X) . Kevin and Tim also break down the Vegas over/unders for the Eastern and Western Conference and some of the latest news around the NBA. www.DriveAndDishPodcast.comLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/...
Sep 02, 2017•1 hr 2 min
