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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

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56:20

It's No Longer Dame Time in Milwaukee & Other Free...

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2025/07/08

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 and the duo debates if that was the right call or desperate. Other

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78:11

NBA Draft Recap & Boston Blows it Up

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2025/06/30

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 Jumpers as Justin defends Jacksonville from an article that said it was the

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76:14

OKCus at the Top & KD/Desmond Bane Trades

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2025/06/24

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 side, the devastating Tyrese Haliburton injury that robbed us of a

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69:52

Thunder 2, Pacers 2 & KD Rumors

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2025/06/14

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 series is tied at 2-2 headed back to OKC for a crucial game 5. Who

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43:58

The Pacers Take a Game 1 Classic...Again!

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2025/06/07

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 more out of and why we shouldn't be as worried about their mental

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57:32

It's Thunder & Pacers for All the Marbles & Thibs is...

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2025/06/05

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 and discuss the biggest changes that could be coming this offseason

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55:30

Conference Finals Chaos! Are the Knicks &...

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2025/05/27

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 cracked OKC's defense or is it a flash in the pan? In the East, the

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78:38

Going Full 90's for the ECF & Lottery Conspiracies

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2025/05/17

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 Thunder/Nuggets Game 7. How did we get to this point and how much

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46:37

A Surprising Second Round

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2025/05/10

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 a 2-1 on the Cavaliers. Can the Cavs blame it on injuries or is there

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76:59

Soaring Into the Second Round & A Change for Coach Pop

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2025/05/03

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 of first-round game 7's. What to expect from the Nuggets/Clippers

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79:31

First Round Feedback & The Return of Nicky Football

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2025/04/26

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 process. Next in Warm Up Jumpers, the guys talk the beginning of award

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72:26

Let's Get It Started! NBA Playoffs Round One

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2025/04/19

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. Out West, let's get spicy in basically every single one of these

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72:23

The Nuggets Fire Mike Malone & Play-In Game Previews

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2025/04/13

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 out West? Plus a quick preview of the East come first round. Next, the

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71:37

10 Days Left in the Regular Season & Springfield is...

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2025/04/05

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 his career goes on plus a few what if's & some appreciation for

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58:59

Dame's DVT & Taylor Jenkins Got Fired?!

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2025/03/30

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 duo dives into the Grizzlies firing Taylor Jenkins as coach with just

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72:47

Examining the East & The Madness of March

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2025/03/22

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 with the Knicks, Pacers, Pistons & Bucks. Is the Bucks offense a

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84:49

Steph Hits 4,000, Fox Shuts It Down & the Return of...

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2025/03/15

On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir) & Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose), the guys start the show by talking Steph Curry hitting 4,000 career 3-pointers. A look at how he got here, if the record can be broken & realistically what Curry's final total could be. They also take a look at the Warriors surge of the West, as they are 13-1 since trading for Jimmy Butler. Next, a look at the race to the bottom. De'Aaron Fox is officially shutting

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57:31

Kyrie ACL Tear & A Look at the NBA's Misery Meter

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2025/03/08

On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA podcast, hosted by Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir) & Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose), the guys warm-up talking some Memphis Grizzlies amid Ja Morant's latest comments about not feeling 100%. They debate how much faith they have in the Grizz the rest of the way amid Jaren Jackson's injury as well & why seeding could be more important to them than other teams. After the break, the guys discuss Kyrie Irving's ACL tear & why this is the ultimate

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61:50

Technical Difficulties: A Catch-Up on the Last 3 Weeks

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2025/03/02

On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys warm-up first talking where they've been & how a technical glitch took out last week's entire episode. Some leftovers we discuss from that episode: our thoughts on the All-Star game & if it's fixable at this point plus sadness abound for the Spurs with Wemby out for the year & Pop confirmed out for the rest of the season as he recovers from a

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79:21

The Best Trade Deadline in NBA History

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2025/02/08

On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir) & Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose), the guys start warm up jumpers with the three All-Star teams being official. Which squad stands out & how they think the new All-Star Game format will work. Next, the duo dives into the most bananas trade deadline in NBA history. First, some final fallout from the Luka Donicic trade for Dallas & the Lakers, as they make moves for Caleb Martin & Mark

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