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Drive and Dish NBA Podcast

Drive and Dish NBA Podcast

By: Justin Cousart
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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 rightCopyright Justin Cousart Basketball
Episodes
  • Super Summer Pod #2: The NBA Goes Full Chaos Mode

    Super Summer Pod #2: The NBA Goes Full Chaos Mode
    Jul 12 2026
    On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) and Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys start the show by reacting to the news that the Kawhi Leonard trade is on hold for now. Why the return to Toronto makes sense for both sides, but if there should be any worry long term amid the NBA's investigation. The guys also break down the Ja Morant trade and if this really makes sense for Portland. Next, LeBron James announces that he is leaving the Lakers. A quick look back at his tenure there and the moves the Lakers have made in the aftermath of the news. As LeBron's destinations focus on Philly, Cleveland and Miami, the guys debate which destination makes the most sense. Philly meanwhile shocked the league by trading for Jaylen Brown as Paul George ships up to Boston. How we got here and how this changes the Sixers timeline. Cleveland meanwhile has re-signed Donovan Mitchell to a long-term extension and the guys discuss what other moves the Cavs could have on tap besides LeBron. In Who's Ballin Who's Fallin, a supermax extension in San Antonio for Wemby, Tyler Herro and Bam Adebayo fight in Vegas and the continued impacts of the second apron. Finally, another round of Immaculate Grid. Listen to the show wherever you get your podcasts and watch the show on YouTube!
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    1 hr and 20 mins
  • Super Summer Pod: The Knicks are Champs, Giannis & LaMelo trades & NBA Draft Recap

    Super Summer Pod: The Knicks are Champs, Giannis & LaMelo trades & NBA Draft Recap
    Jun 28 2026
    On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) and Justin Cousart, the guys start with the Knicks finishing the job and winning their first title in over 50 years. What comes next and their chances of running it back next year. Then, Giannis Antetokounmpo is finally on the move and headed to South Beach. Does this make the Heat an instant contender in the East and how can they fill out the rest of the roster. Where do the Bucks go from here? Then a more surprising trade as LaMelo Ball is headed to Minnesota. The guys debate if this move is enough to get the Wolves over the top in the West and why they would make this move now. How about the Hornets? Was it the right call to blow things up after such a successful season. Then, the guys look at the market for Jaylen Brown. Then the duo dives into the 2026 NBA Draft. Who were the big winners and losers? Finally, another round of Immaculate Grid. Listen to the show wherever you get your podcasts and watch the show on YouTube!
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    1 hr and 34 mins
  • Where Were You for the Greatest Comeback in NBA History?

    Where Were You for the Greatest Comeback in NBA History?
    Jun 13 2026
    On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) and Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys start the show by reacting to the Knicks stunning comeback in Game 4 of the NBA Finals. What went wrong for the Spurs offensively and how much blame does Fox deserve? Kevin argues why the Spurs should somehow still feel alright despite being down 3-1 in the series while Justin says it is over. Next, a look at NBA award winners including SGA for MVP, Wemby for DPOY and Cooper Flagg for Rookie of the Year. Did the voters get it right? In Who's Ballin Who's Fallin, the Big 3 goes public & Giannis rumors head to Miami. Finally, another round of Immaculate Grid. Listen to the show wherever you get your podcasts and watch the show on YouTube!
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    1 hr and 4 mins
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