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,...
Nov 09, 2024•1 hr 4 min
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 obliqu...
Nov 03, 2024•1 hr 10 min
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 ...
Oct 28, 2024•1 hr 21 min
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 win...
Oct 24, 2024•1 hr 11 min
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 tak...
Oct 15, 2024•1 hr 9 min
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 di...
Oct 05, 2024•1 hr 19 min
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 i...
Sep 21, 2024•56 min
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 im...
Sep 14, 2024•51 min
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...
Sep 07, 2024•1 hr 17 min
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 f...
Aug 31, 2024•1 hr 19 min
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 &...
Aug 27, 2024•1 hr 7 min
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 matc...
Aug 16, 2024•1 hr 14 min
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...
Aug 07, 2024•55 min
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 r...
Aug 03, 2024•1 hr 10 min
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 ext...
Jul 24, 2024•1 hr 2 min
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 a...
Jul 14, 2024•35 min
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 like...
Jul 06, 2024•1 hr 24 min
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 Orlean...
Jun 30, 2024•1 hr 4 min
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...
Jun 22, 2024•1 hr 14 min
On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys start Warm Up Jumpers by paying tribute to Jerry West after he passed away this week. The guys talk about iconic moments from both his playing & executive career. The duo then dives into Games 2-4 of the NBA Finals including how Boston has so thoroughly dominated this series outside of Game 4 and if Dallas has any prayer at all to make some history. In...
Jun 16, 2024•1 hr 14 min
Welcome back to another episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir). On this episode, Justin first surprises Kevin with new AI theme songs for the podcast. Which version is the best? Then for Warm Up Jumpers the guys dive into the Lakers hiring former UConn coach Dan Hurley over JJ Redick. Why it makes sense for both now & the future in their eyes & what it means for the last years of the LeBron era. The duo ...
Jun 08, 2024•1 hr 8 min
Welcome back to another episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir) & Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose). Before diving into the NBA Finals, the guys first discuss some early free agency buzz. Where will Klay Thompson, Paul George, Jimmy Butler & LeBron James be playing next season? The duo then previews all things Finals. Can anyone on Earth slow down Luka & Kyrie right now and does Dallas's reborn supporting cast have enough? Are we overthinki...
Jun 02, 2024•1 hr 28 min
On this episode of the Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys start warm-up jumpers by discussing the All-NBA Teams & debating if there actually is any controversy regarding the picks. Then the duo dives into the conference finals & what's been a bit of a stutter for Minnesota after taking down Denver & ask if the Boston/Indiana series is already over. In Who's Fallin Who's Fallin, more accodlades for Ant...
May 25, 2024•1 hr 14 min
Today on the show Justin talks with (Guest Host) Chase! They talk some quick hitting NBA news, from Head Coaches Darvin Ham and Frank Vogel being fired to the Atlanta Hawks landing the #1 pick in the NBA Draft. The guys then break down the Playoffs and predict who will be your West and East Conference final matchups. Lastly the guys debate where Jalen Brunson lands on a "Top NBA Players" list... is he top 10?
May 16, 2024•49 min
Welcome back to another episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir). Justin is off this week, so Kevin is joined by Osceola Magic play-by-play voice Nick Gryniewicz (@GetNickG) to dive into the second round of the NBA playoffs. First though the guys discuss Wemby winning Rookie of the Year & what the Spurs need to do to maximize his ceiling over the next few years. Then the pair goes out West to first start with ...
May 07, 2024•1 hr 16 min
Welcome back to another episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir). The guys start Warm Up Jumpers with a handful of awards including Tyrese Maxey winning Most Improved Player, Stephen Curry winning Clutch Player of the Year & Naz Reid winning 6th Man of the Year. The duo then starts with some first round discussion in the Eastern Conference. An, ahem, chippy series between the Sixers & the Knicks to say the...
Apr 27, 2024•1 hr 17 min
Welcome back to another episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir) & Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose). This episode, Kevin is joined by special guest Adam Criblez (@adamcriblez), professor of history at Southeast Missouri State University & author of Tall Tales and Short Shorts to discuss his newest book, Kings of the Garden: The New York Knicks & Their City. The guys discuss how Adam's last book gave inspiration to this one & discuss the...
Apr 22, 2024•34 min
On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys start the show off by discussing Jontay Porter's lifetime ban from the NBA for gambling & why it's something that had to be done. Stay tuned for previews of every first round series, and a look back at the play-in games. Where do the Warriors, Hawks, Bulls & Kings go from here? Plus why most first round series are toss ups. In Who's Ballin Who's Fa...
Apr 20, 2024•1 hr 26 min
On this jam packed episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir) & Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose), the guys first start Warm Up Jumpers with Jrue Holiday signing a 4-year extension with Boston. Why this makes all the sense in the world for the Celtics & how the contract will age as Jrue gets into his late 30's. The guys then dive into an extremely chaotic last week of the regular season. In the East: Giannis is hurt as the Bucks try to hold off th...
Apr 13, 2024•1 hr 8 min
On this episode of the Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys start the show by looking back at Rajon Rondo's career as he announces his retirement. The duo then dives into the final weekish of the season, first with the news that Julius Randle will miss the rest of the season. What does this mean for the Knicks chances? In the Eastern Conference, what do we expect to happen in regards to the play-in between Philly w...
Apr 05, 2024•1 hr 4 min
