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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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All Episodes

76:02

Tanking Season is Upon Us & All-Star Weekend

Drive and Dish NBA Podcast ·

2026/02/22

On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) and Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys are joined by Carlton Cabey (@Carlton_KB) in studio and start with a recap of All-Star weekend. What the guys thought of the new US vs. World format and if should be that way every year and if the Dunk Contest has any hope left. Also, Damian Lillard wins the 3-point contest as he continues to recover. Next, Adam Silver and the NBA announce their intent to

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73:49

Another Mad NBA Trade Deadline & Paul George is...

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2026/02/13

On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) and Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), Kevin is joined by Sam B. Albuquerque (@sambalbuquerque) to break down a busy trade deadline. First, Kevin puts on his homer hat though and breaks down Paul George's 25 game suspension and the Sixers trading Jared McCain to OKC. Why Kevin and Sam think the PG suspension is not the end of the world, but why the McCain trade is a disaster. After the break, Jaren Jackson

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44:04

Giannis Watch Continues & Jokic Returns

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2026/02/01

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 Nikola Jokic's return for the Nuggets, but also a setback for Aaron Gordon. How the Nuggets stayed afloat with Jokic and if there's any injury concern with their roster overall. Plus, a quick look at the top scorers of 1999. Next, Giannis trade season continues as the Bucks begin to entertain offers. The guys talk the teams that could

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52:41

All-Star Starters & the Warriors Lose Jimmy Butler

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2026/01/24

On this epiosde of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) and Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys start the show by breaking down the starters for this year's NBA All-Star game. If the decisions are correct and if anybody got snubbed, plus the first time in a long time that KD and LeBron aren't on it. Next, the Warriors lose Jimmy Butler for the year with an ACL tear. If the Warriors now have any chance this season and what it means for their long term

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58:03

Trade Deadline Traction & the NBA in Europe

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2026/01/18

On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) and Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys open the show by discussing the NBA's continued plan to start a league in Europe, amid the Berlin game this week. A quick look at what it would potentially look like and how EuroLeague is reacting to the news. Next, a preview of the upcoming trade deadline in two weeks. The Bucks continue to slide and Giannis's frustration shows on the court as fans boos. Is it

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60:51

You're a Wizard Trae Young

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2026/01/10

On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) and Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys start the show by breaking down the Trae Young trade. What this means for the Hawks moving forward now that they've pulled the trigger and why the guys feel like this was the right time. What can we expect from Trae in Washington? Is this a long term marriage? Next, the Grizzlies are open to moving Ja Morant. What is Ja's value worth at this point and does this

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72:25

New Year, New Records & A New Year's Relief for the...

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2026/01/03

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 new potential spots in the NBA record books this upcoming year. Where will Kevin Durant, James Harden and Russell Westbrook find themselves at the end of the year? Next, the Clippers are surging, winning 6 in a row to get out of the basement in the West. How Kawhi Leonard has led the way and the other changes the Clips have made to

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73:03

A Christmas Full of Classics for the NBA

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2025/12/28

On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) and Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys kick off the show by recapping an exciting Christmas Day across the league. The Knicks come back to beat the Cavs post NBA Cup victory. Is it time to blow it up for Cleveland? Next, the budding rivalry between the Spurs and OKC and the Spurs win their third straight against the Thunder. Why the Spurs have presented such a match-up difficulty for the Thunder

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87:34

The Knicks Win the NBA Cup & Christmas Day Games

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2025/12/24

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 Christmas day games. Rumors around Darius Garland's availability have begun as the Cavs face the Knicks, the Spurs and Thunder have a budding rivalry, the Klay Thompson bowl and key West showdowns between the Rockets and Lakers and the Nuggets and Timberwolves. Next, the Knicks are NBA Cup champions. What it means for them going

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65:05

Farewell to the Chris Paul Farewell Tour & Giannis Watch

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2025/12/14

On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) and Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys begin the show by talking about the Clippers announcing that Chris Paul will no longer be with the team. Some speculation into why this happened and if this is another blunder by the Clippers. Plus, a look at the teams that makes sense for CP3. Next, Giannis Antetokounmpo meets with the Bucks to discuss his future. An early look at rumored potential trades to

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23:51

A Huge (Non) Break for Franz Wagner & NBA Cup...

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2025/12/11

On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) and Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), Kevin is joined by WOKV's Chase Bunker (@chasebunker) to talk the Magic avoiding a worst case scenario as Franz Wagner has suffered a high-ankle sprain and will not miss the entire season. The lessons the Magic learned from Paolo Banchero's absence that can help here and who will step up. Next, a preview of the Magic/Knicks NBA Cup semi-final after they eliminate the

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76:58

Chris Paul Calls It a Career & NBA Cup Preview

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2025/12/03

On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) and Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), Kevin is joined by Carlton Cabey (@Carlton_KB) to first start the show with Chris Paul's announcement that he will retire at the end of the season. A look back at the many eras of Chris Paul, his complicated playoff legacy and his involvement in one of the greatest "what-if's" in NBA history with the vetoed trade to the Lakers. Next, the guys take a look at the

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58:47

High Early Season Ratings & Wemby/Sabonis/Giannis...

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2025/11/22

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 a successful first month for the NBA as they've seen the highest ratings in 15 years. A look at how social media, new stars and NBC have played a role in the boost. Next, a pair of injuries out West as Wemby goes down for 1-2 weeks and Sabonis goes down for 3-4 weeks. How the Spurs and Kings will try and staty afloat and why it's

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66:01

Nico Harrison & Willie Green are Headed for Unemployment

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2025/11/15

On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) and Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys start the show with the Pelicans firing Willie Green as coach. A discussion if Willie was the scapegoat and what the Pelicans should do next with Zion Williamson continuing to deal with injuries. Next, Bradley Beal is out for the season with a hip fracture. How the Clippers can potentially replace his production and if they need to make a move now. A quick look

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50:51

The Joy is Gone for Ja Morant & Early Injuries

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2025/11/06

On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) and Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), Kevin is joined by WOKV's Chase Bunker (@chasebunker) to first survey the league almost ten games into the new season. Who has surprised us and who has disappointed? Then, Ja Morant voices his displeasure with the Grizzlies and gets suspended for a game. An early debate about what the market value for Ja Morant would be if he's traded and if there's any hope of salvaging

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59:07

Are the Stakes are Too High in the NBA?

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2025/10/30

On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) and Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), Kevin is joined by Osceola Magic play-by-play voice Nick Gryniewicz (@GetNickG) to first discuss their initial reaction to the first week of the NBA season. Hot starts for the Thunder, Spurs and Sixers plus if Houston needs some time to adjust, how expectations might be skewed in Dallas and a barrage of 50-point games. Next, the gambling scandal that is rocking the NBA

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82:58

Welcome to Season Lucky Number 13

Drive and Dish NBA Podcast ·

2025/10/19

On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) and Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys start the show (and 13th season!) by talking the Kings signing Russell Westbrook and re-signing Keegan Murray to a long-term extension. Do these moves make sense and where can we expect the Kings to end up in a loaded Western Conference. After the break, a look at the West and who can realistically challenge OKC and if there's any surprise leaps. Out East, who

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76:10

VanVleet ACL Tear, New Warriors Contracts & the Same...

Drive and Dish NBA Podcast ·

2025/10/04

On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) and Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys are back! A catchup on Kevin's vacation and a look back at last week's episode with Justin and Chase Bunker plus of course, some Jacksonville talk. In Warm Up Jumpers, Fred VanVleet has torn his ACL during an offseason workout. What this means for Houston's standing in the West and what their options will be moving forward. Then, the Sixers are back being the

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55:33

Heaves, Hoops, and Hidden Deals

Drive and Dish NBA Podcast ·

2025/09/19

The NBA just changed the rulebook: failed end-of-period heaves no longer count against a player’s shooting stats — but is this protecting stars or hurting the game? We dive into the history of the league’s greatest (and worst) heave-takers, from Curry’s magic touch to Kobe’s one lonely make. Then we unravel the latest twists in the Kawhi Leonard scandal, where endorsement money, ownership ties, and injury timelines raise serious questions for the Clippers. Plus, the Knicks quietly add Malcolm

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69:37

Clippers Cap Allegations & More All-Star Format Rumors

Drive and Dish NBA Podcast ·

2025/09/09

On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) and Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys start with Justin's return! What the guys have been up to this summer and why jumping back into a gym routine isn't quite the same in your 30's. In Warm Up Jumpers, more rumors regarding the All-Star format which involve two U.S. teams playing the world. What the guys think the rosters for each squad would look like and they debate who will come out on top

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