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
Episodes
August 3, 2025 • 74 mins
On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) and Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys start the show by discussing games in London and Berlin for both the Magic and Grizzlies. Where else the guys expect potential Europe games in the next few years and other logical international destinations for the NBA. Next, Mikal Bridges signs a 4-year, $150 million exension to stay with the ...
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July 26, 2025 • 53 mins
On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir) and Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose), the guys start the show by discussing C.J. McCollum's recent comments on the second apron and incentives for team's to keep their homegrown guys. We debate the balance and if that's possible under the current structure. Next, a look at the rest of the summer in the NBA. Marcus Smart is headed to the Lak...
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July 22, 2025 • 56 mins
On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) and Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), Kevin is joined this week by Chris Crawford (@OnAirwithCC), Assisstant Program Director at WSB to discuss a pair of NBA returns. First, Damian Lillard heads back to Portland. What they think about a surprising choice to head back and one final look at Dame's time in Milwaukee and why things didn't work ...
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July 13, 2025 • 71 mins
On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys start the show by talking some Lakers & a potential LeBron watch. As LeBron has opted in, the franchise has made some more moves around Luka Doncic. Is it possible for the team to be on two timelines at once? Next, some big time paydays in Oklahoma City with SGA, Chet Holmgren and Jaylen ...
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July 7, 2025 • 56 mins
On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir) and Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose), the guys start the show by discussing the Knicks hiring Mike Brown as head coach. A debate if that was the right move and if he'll do better than Thibs did plus a look at why Kevin believes the Knicks are the team to beat in the East. Next, free agency is in full swing. The Bucks waive Damian Lillard an...
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June 29, 2025 • 78 mins
On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) and Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys start the show by talking the Celtics making a pair of trades, sending Kristaps Porzingis to Atlanta and Jrue Holiday headed to Portland. If we expect to see Boston continuing to make moves and what we expect the East to look like next year amid a ton of shakeups. Plus some bonus Warm Up Jumper...
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June 23, 2025 • 76 mins
On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) and Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), Kevin is joined this week by Andy Jordan (@andysmagicminute) for a jam packed episode. First, the Oklahoma City Thunder are NBA champions for the first time as a franchise since moving to OKC. We recap how the Thunder got here and how they can become the dynasty that many expect them to be. On the other...
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June 14, 2025 • 69 mins
On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA podcast, hosted by Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir) and Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose), the guys open up the show by discussing the latest Kevin Durant trade rumors. Minnesota, Miami, New York, San Antonio and Houston are all said to be in the mix. We discuss which sides can make the best offers and which make the most sense for Phoenix. Next, the duo dives into all things NBA Finals. The ...
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June 7, 2025 • 43 mins
On this episode of the Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys start the show by diving into the Pacers game 1 win in the NBA Finals. More Haliburton madness as the Pacers come back from another double digit lead in the 4th quarter. How did they pull it off again & what did they learn as they battled back in the second half. For OKC, who do they need...
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June 4, 2025 • 57 mins
On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir) and Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose), the guys start the show with the news that the Knicks have fired Tom Thibodeau after their Eastern Conference Finals loss. They debate if the the move was too rash following a great season for the Knicks or if the book has been written on Thibs' coaching style on ready. Plus, we look at Minnesota's exit...
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May 26, 2025 • 55 mins
On this episode of the Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) and Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), Kevin is joined by Chase Bunker (@ChaseBunker) from News 104.5 WOKV and That Game Show to discuss everything Conference Finals. The Thunder jump out to a 2-1 lead on the Timberwolves with two convincing wins in Games 1 and 2, but the Timberwolves respond with a 42-point victory in Game 3. Have they crac...
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May 17, 2025 • 78 mins
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 recap of the NBA draft lottery. The Mavericks make an "improbable" jump to #1 where they will select Cooper Flagg. Some thoughts. Plus do the Spurs draft Harper or trade for Giannis and what can we expect from the Sixers at 3. After the break, the guys first talk ...
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May 10, 2025 • 46 mins
On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) and Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys start the showing by bringing back the Doom Meter for the Rockets and Clippers. How concerned should each team be with their early exit and how does it compare to other teams that have been eliminated already. Then, a dive into the second round of the NBA Playoff. The Pacers have jumped out to ...
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May 3, 2025 • 76 mins
On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir) and Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose), the guys start the showing by discussing Gregg Popovich stepping down as Spurs head coach and becoming president of basketball operations. A look back at Pop's tenure, initial reactions to Mitch Johnson as the new Spurs coach and why this is a big offseason for San Antonio. Next, the guys preview a pair...
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April 26, 2025 • 79 mins
On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) and Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), Kevin welcomes Osceola Magic Play-by-Play commentator Nick Gryniewicz (@GetNickG) back to the show. Nick first talks his heart transplant at the Cleveland Clinic and his road to recovery over the last few months. A look behind the curtain and how you can help others going through the organ transplant pr...
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April 18, 2025 • 72 mins
On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys start the show by breaking down all things about the first round of the NBA playoffs. Out East, are Cleveland & Boston easy favorites to advance? Can Detroit push the Knicks off attitude alone & who is the best players in that series? Is Milwaukee & Indy a lock to go the distance....
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April 13, 2025 • 72 mins
On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys start the show breaking down the last week of the NBA regular season. Chaos abounds at West while the East is completely settled. What do we expect in play-in games from Chicago vs. Miami, Sacramento vs. Dallas & Orlando vs. Atlanta? Who is most likely to play the Grizz in the 7/8 game ou...
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April 4, 2025 • 71 mins
On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), Kevin is joined this week by Sam B. Albuquerque (@SamBAlbuquerque), sports editor for the Orange Observer. The guys start warm-up jumpers with the news that Carmelo Anthony has been elected to the Basketball Hall of Fame. A look back at Melo's career & why they feel he'll be more appreciated as hi...
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March 30, 2025 • 58 mins
On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir) & Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose), the guys start the show by discussing another NBA star dealing with blood clots, this time in Damian Lillard. How the Bucks can possibly try & replace Dame's offense & why there still may be a sliver of hope for a return this season. Plus, the ending of the season with Bulls/Lakers. Next, the ...
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March 22, 2025 • 72 mins
On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys start the show by diving into March Madness. What future NBA guys are they watching & how do their brackets look after the first round? Plus a side dive into sports game soundtracks & which ones rate the highest. After the break, the duo dives into the middle of the Eastern Conference...
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