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    Drive and Dish NBA Podcast

    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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    Episodes (531)

    Ten Years of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast

    Ten Years of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast
    On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys start the episode by celebrating ten years of the podcast. Take a walk down memory lane as they reflect on the biggest headlines from the 2013-2014 season and their favorite NBA moments over the past decade. The guys then dive into a pair of injuries with Ben Simmons and Karl Anthony Towns. What they guys think the future of Simmons' NBA career looks like and why the Towns injury is a major blow for Minnesota, they can survive the short term. Plus Who's Ballin and Who's Fallin & the guys end with another round of Immaculate Grid. Listen to the show anywhere you get your podcasts and subscribe to the show on YouTube!

    Buyout Bonanza & Mad Hand Injuries

    Buyout Bonanza & Mad Hand Injuries
    On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys star the show off by ranking their NBA Teams in Tier Maker. Who is at the top of the chart and who is at the bottom and who can make the biggest change in the upcoming final quarter of the season. The duo then discusses the buyout market, including Mike Muscala signing with OKC & a number of key names still up for grabs. In Who's Ballin Who's Fallin, Kevin & Justin discuss hand injuries for Trae Young, Scottie Barnes & Russell Westbrook plus the dominant Celtics. Finally, some Immaculate Grid to wrap up the show as the guys try to get another 9/9. Subscribe to the show anywhere you get your podcasts and watch the show on YouTube!

    All-Star Apathy & Second Half Shenanigans

    All-Star Apathy & Second Half Shenanigans
    On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir) & Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose), the guys start Warm Up Jumpers by recapping All-Star weekend and debate if there's a way to improve the game itself and the dunk contest. The duo then talks a pair of coaches with Jacque Vaughn losing his job in Brookyln and Steve Kerr signing a two-year extension with Golden State. The guys then look ahead to the second half of the season and discuss what they're looking forward to watching and which teams might surge. Finally, another round of Immaculate Grid include some clutch Justin guesses. Listen to the show anywhere you get your podcasts and watch the show on YouTube!

    Trade Deadline Recap & All-Star Game Preview

    Trade Deadline Recap & All-Star Game Preview
    Welcome back to another episode of The Drive & Dish NBA podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir). On this week the guys begin by previewing All-Star weekend and discuss what they're most excited to watch and ways to bring more excitement to some of the traditional events. The duo then breaks down the trade deadline including a strong one for the Knicks and a questionable one for the Bulls. How does the league shake up after everyone's moves? The guys then do Who's Ballin Who's Fallin and another round of Immaculate Grid. Subscribe to The Drive & Dish NBA podcast anywhere you get your podcasts & watch the show on YouTube!

    More Embiid/Lavine Injuries & Levels of Confidence in the West

    More Embiid/Lavine Injuries & Levels of Confidence in the West
    On this 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 Shervin Mobasseri (@ShervinMthe1) & Vince Silva (@ThatGuyIsidro). The guys start the show by discussing the All-Star rosters including who got snubbed. The trio then look at a trio of injuries, starting with Zach Lavine and whether this ends the market on a potential trade for the Bulls. Then the guys go to NYC to discuss Julius Randle's shoulder injury and debate just how far the Knicks can go this season. Finally, the guys discuss Joel Embiid's latest injury and why it's not the end of the world just yet for the Sixers. The three then head out West and discuss their levels of confidence in the current conference front runners. Are Minnesota & OKC too young? Is it finally the Clippers year to break through? Listen to the show wherever you get your podcast and watch the show on YouTube!

    Eh What's Up Doc? & Multiple 70 Burgers

    Eh What's Up Doc? & Multiple 70 Burgers
    On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys start the show with Warm Up Jumpers breaking down the Terry Rozier trade & why it makes sense for Miami and Charlotte. Plus as an added bonus, the guys best experiences at colleges they didn't attend. Then the duo dives into the Bucks surprise firing of Adrian Griffin & hiring of Doc Rivers. What caused Griffin's early demise and why Doc isn't the answer. In Who's Ballin Who's Fallin the guys talk All-Star starters, 70 point games for Embiid & Luka & rank all-time Kevin's after KD brings up the debate. Finally, another round of Immaculate Grid. Listen to the podcast wherever you get your podcasts & watch the show on YouTube!

    Pascal Siakam Heads to Indy & EmbiidVP Again?

    Pascal Siakam Heads to Indy & EmbiidVP Again?
    On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir) start warm up jumpers with the Utah Jazz moving into play-in position. What's led to the recent hot streak and how much of it is sustainable. The guys then break down the Pascal Siakam trade. How much of a factor does this make the Pacers in the East and if we think they're done making moves. Plus, why this was a needed move for Toronto and what to expect as they begin rebuilding. In Who's Ballin Who's Fallin, the duo discusses continued dominance from Joel Embiid, a potential Finals preview in Nuggets/Celtics & DeAndre Ayton getting stuck at his house. Finally, another round of Immaculate Grid? Does Dwight Howard have more than 20,000 points? Subscribe and download the show anywhere your get your podcast and watch us on YouTube.

    Kawhi Not Stay in LA & Ja's Season is Over

    Kawhi Not Stay in LA & Ja's Season is Over
    On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir) & Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose), the guys start by discussing Kawhi Leonard's contract extension with the Clippers. Why the decision came now and what it means for the futures of Paul George & James Harden. Then the pair dives into a season ending shoulder injury for Ja Morant & a finger injury for Marcus Smart. Why this may not be the worst thing for the Grizzlies long term & what to expect rotation wise for the rest of the season. In Who's Ballin Who's Fallin, the duo dives into an expansion of the draft and a new Netflix NBA show among other topics and finally end the show with another round of Immaculate Grid. Listen & subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. Watch the show on YouTube!

    Rubio Retires & The Lakers & Warriors Have Worries

    Rubio Retires & The Lakers & Warriors Have Worries
    On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (JustinContheAir), the guys start the show by discussing Ricky Rubio's retirement & some of the memorable moments from his NBA career. The duo then dives into a pair of struggles for potential contenders in the West. Do the Lakers need a trade to shake things up? Where do the Warriors go after Kuminga's comments & Chris Paul's injury? In Who's Ballin Who's Fallin the guys discuss Jordan Clarkson breaking an insane streak for the Jazz, early All-Star returns & the Pacers dominating their regular season matchup against the Bucks. Finally, another round of Immaculate Grid featuring a number of statisitical categories. Find us wherever you get your podcasts and watch the show by searching The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast on YouTube.

    OG in NYC & the Pistons Losing Streak is Over!

    OG in NYC & the Pistons Losing Streak is Over!
    On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir) & Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose), the guys discuss the Pistons ending their record breaking losing streak at 28 games. How the Pistons got here with a lot of their own actions, but what Detroit can hang their heads on for the rest of the season. The duo then breaks down the OG Anunoby trade & what it says about the long term outlook for the Knicks and Raptors. All that plus Bradley Beal back in the lineup for Phoenix, Who's Ballin Who's Fallin & another round of Immaculate Grid. Suscribe to the show wherever you get your podcast & watch the show on YouTube by searching The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast.

    Ja's Back & The Injury Bug Bites Cleveland

    Ja's Back & The Injury Bug Bites Cleveland
    On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinCtheAir), the guys first start with some discussion about bouncing back as you get older. Will Justin's flu pocast sound like MJ? The duo then discusses a duo of stars out for Cleveland with Darius Garland & Evan Mobley both set to miss time. How can the Cavs tread water & does this mean the Donovan Mitchell market will heat up? Then the guys discuss the return of Ja Morant, including his game winner. Can Memphis make up enough ground in the West? All of that plus Who's Ballin Who's Fallin & Immaculate Grid. Subscribe to the podcast wherever you get your podcasts and watch the show on YouTube!

    Draymond Green Suspended Indefinitely & The Lakers Win the IST

    Draymond Green Suspended Indefinitely & The Lakers Win the IST
    On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys react to Draymond Green's indefinate suspension. What it means for him long term and the Warriors. After that, the duo recaps the Lakers In-Season Tournament win over the Pacers. What they liked about the game and what they would do for the tournament next year. All that plus Who's Ballin Who's Fallin (featuring Giannis-ball gate) and Immaculate Grid. Subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcast and watch the show on YouTube!

    A Setback for Zach & IST Elimination Play

    A Setback for Zach & IST Elimination Play
    On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA podcast, hosted by Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir) and Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose), the guys start Warm Up Jumper's with the latest on the Zach Lavine injury. What this means for the Bulls and his overall trade market. Then the guys dive into the In-Season Torunament, previewing the finals between the Pacers and Lakers, and how we got to this point. In Who's Ballin Who's Fallin, two massive losing streaks are discussed for San Antonio and Detroit and the guys debate when they might end. Finally the guys wrap up the show with some Immaculate Grid. Can Justin back up his pre-grid trash talk? Listen to the show wherever you find a podcast and watch the show on YouTube!

    Does Justin Believe in the Magic? Kevin hopes so...

    Does Justin Believe in the Magic? Kevin hopes so...
    On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys first start the show by discussing the Josh Giddey situation & why everything about it feels gross. Then the guys dive into the In-Season Tournament and preview the knockout rounds. Who do they think will bring it home? Plus Who's Ballin Who's Fallin & Justin's greatest guess ever on Immaculate Grid. Subscribe to the podcast wherever you get your podcasts & watch the show on YouTube.

    Another Bradley Beal Setback and In-Season Tourney Intuitions

    Another Bradley Beal Setback and In-Season Tourney Intuitions
    On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir) and Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose), the guys discuss another setback for Bradley Beal as he'll be sidelined for another 2-3 weeks with back issues. Why it's so tough to evaluate the Suns even as we begin to with other teams. The guys then dive into the In-Season Tournament and what they've liked so far, and set up the scenarios for the last rounds of group play. Plus Who's Ballin Who's Fallin featuring Bam, the Pistons, Draymond and Jordan Poole and another round of Immaculate Grid. Get the show whereever you get your podcasts and watch the show on YouTube.

    Is Tyrese Maxey the New James Harden?

    Is Tyrese Maxey the New James Harden?
    On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys break down James Harden's early struggles with the Clippers. Should they panic & what are some early adjustments that can be made? Plus the other side of the coin as the Sixers & Tyrese Maxey are streaking, potential Zach LaVine suitors, Who's Ballin Who's Fallin & another round of Immaculate Grid. Listen to the podcast anywhere you get a podcast and watch the show on YouTube.

    First Week Overreactions & Injuries

    First Week Overreactions & Injuries
    On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir) and Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose), the guys break down the first week plus of NBA action. The Nuggets lose Jamal Murray for at least a month and Rob Williams has a surgery decision to make. What else has stood out for Kevin & Justin so far plus Who's Ballin Who's Fallin & a another round of Immaculate Grid with some new rules. Listen to the podcast wherever you find a podcast and watch the show on YouTube.

    James Harden Trade & the First In-Season Tourney Begins

    James Harden Trade & the First In-Season Tourney Begins
    On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys break down the James Harden trade. Does it raise the ceiling for the Sixers and does it bump the Clippers over the top in the West? Plus the Grizzlies are off to a slow start, the NBA Cup is underway, another round of Immaculate Grid, and the return of Who's Ballin Who's Fallin! Listen to the podcast wherever you get your podcasts and watch the show on YouTube.

    Season 11! - Still Driving and Still Dishing

    Season 11! - Still Driving and Still Dishing
    Welcome back to another episode of the Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir) and Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose). The guys are back to kick off Season 11 (!) of the podcast, first discussing the Steven Adams injury in Warm Up Jumpers. If they expect the Grizzlies to make a move at all. After that, the duo breaks down the Eastern Conference. Who will make the biggest leap and who will end up on top? Finally, the guys wrap up with some immaculate grid and maybe admit Kyle Kuzma was right about the City Edition jerseys. Watch the show on YouTube and subscribe to the podcast anywhere you find a podcast!

    Getting Wild in the West

    Getting Wild in the West
    Welcome back to another episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) and Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir). The guys warm up by playing another round of Immaculate Grid before jumping into their preview for the Western Conference. Which teams will challenge Denver at the top and who could make the biggest leap this season? Plus Peyton Pritchard signs an extension with Boston and the Hornets waive Kai Jones. Watch the podcast on YouTube by subscribing to The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast.