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
  • Knicks 2, Spurs 0

    Knicks 2, Spurs 0
    Jun 7 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 closing out the season for the Oklahoma City Thunder after their elimination in the Western Conference finals. What went wrong against the Spurs, the big financial decisions ahead of them this offseason and a disastrous game 7 for Chet Holmgren. Next, the duo dives into all things NBA Finals, as the Knicks have taken a 2-0 nothing lead. Why Karl Anthony Towns has been so impressive and the emotional toll of a difficult game 2 loss on the Spurs. Who needs to step up for San Antonio to get back into the mix and why depth again has been the key for the Knicks. 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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    55 mins
  • A Classic Western Conference Finals & the Knicks Party Like It's 99

    A Classic Western Conference Finals & the Knicks Party Like It's 99
    May 30 2026
    On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) and Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys start the showing by previewing Game 7 of the Western Conference finals between the Spurs and Thunder. How did we get here and which team has the advantage going into Game 7? Does home court make as big of a difference as it used to? Plus why the Thunder need more out of SGA and how the Spurs can limit their turnovers. Next, Kevin argues that the Knicks aren't being given nearly enough of a chance to win the NBA Finals after sweeping the Cavaliers in the Eastern Conference finals. A quick look at which team the Knicks might prefer and how they've flipped the switch after being down 2-1 to the Hawks. As for the Cavs, a big offseason awaits. James Harden and Kenny Atkinson will be back. Will Evan Mobley? 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 3 mins
  • Conference Finals Chaos & Second Round Eliminated Squads

    Conference Finals Chaos & Second Round Eliminated Squads
    May 22 2026
    On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse & Justin Cousart, Kevin is joined this week for a pair of podcast debuts from Andrew Fehr and Mason Switsky, as the guys join him for some conference finals talk. The Knicks storm back from a 22-point deficit to stun the Cavs in Game 1 of the ECF. Is the series already over now? Out West, the Spurs and Thunder are even after two games. Why a pair of injuries for the Spurs could loom large over the rest of the series and some early Wemby brilliance. Then, a quick detour into NBA all-time rankings and some love for Dirk Nowitzki. The guys then fire up the despair meter for the Pistons, Sixers, Lakers and Timberwolves after their eliminations in the second round. Is LeBron destined to leave LA? Mason argues why the Timberwolves have a Julius Randle problem and Andrew says the Pistons shouldn't be too upset despite the tough game 7 loss. Finally, some quick Premier League banter. Listen to the show wherever you get your podcasts and watch the show on Youtube!
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    1 hr and 26 mins
  • Second Round Statements & the Return of the Despair Meter

    Second Round Statements & the Return of the Despair Meter
    May 10 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 previewing the NBA draft lottery. Which teams could jump up and which teams could instantly make some noise with a higher pick? Then, the guys look back at the teams eliminated so far in the first round of the NBA playoffs and rate their level of despair. It comes as the Magic fire Jamahl Mosley as head coach following their 3-1 collapse to the Pistons. Are they at the top of the despair meter? Then, a look at the second round series. The Sixers are getting smoked by the Knicks, while the Pistons have continued their positive momentum from the first round. Out West, the Thunder look like champs while the Spurs bounce back after a game one letdown. Are these series largely over? Finally, the guys bounce back in 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 9 mins
  • A Spree of Game 7's & First Round Wrap-Ups

    A Spree of Game 7's & First Round Wrap-Ups
    May 2 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 discussing the first round out East, where three series are headed to game 7's. First, the Knicks who punched their ticket to the second round. How they turned their series around against the Hawks. Then, can the Sixers change their history against the Celtics? Can the Magic get off the mat after a massive second half collapse in game 6? The Raptors have forced a game 7 after RJ Barrett's insane game winner. Is this Cavs group due for another collapse? Out West, the guys preview the second round as the Thunder take on the Lakers and the Timberwolves face the Spurs. Are we destined for a Thunder/Spurs WCF? 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 23 mins