Drive and Dish NBA Podcast

Justin Cousart

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...

  • 1 hour 16 minutes
    Is It Last Call for the Lakers & Embiid Has What Now?
    Welcome back to another episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir). The guys start Warm Up Jumpers with a handful of awards including Tyrese Maxey winning Most Improved Player, Stephen Curry winning Clutch Player of the Year & Naz Reid winning 6th Man of the Year. The duo then starts with some first round discussion in the Eastern Conference. An, ahem, chippy series between the Sixers & the Knicks to say the least. Can the Sixers win game 4 and put the pressure back on the Knicks? Are the Bucks sunk without Giannis? How much pressure is on the Celtics after their loss to the Heat in game 2? Orlando Magic? Woaaaaaaaaaah. In Who's Ballin Who's Fallin the guys discuss Zach Edey going pro & Kely Oubre's lack of luck regarding transportation. Finally out West, is there any hope for the Lakers? How the Timberwolves have been able to flip the script on the Suns from the regular season & some early thoughs on Mavs/Clippers & Thunder/Pels. Listen to the show wherever you get your podcasts & watch the show on YouTube!
    27 April 2024, 2:22 am
  • 34 minutes 10 seconds
    Kings of the Garden: The New York Knicks & Their City
    Welcome back to another episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir) & Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose). This episode, Kevin is joined by special guest Adam Criblez (@adamcriblez), professor of history at Southeast Missouri State University & author of Tall Tales and Short Shorts to discuss his newest book, Kings of the Garden: The New York Knicks & Their City. The guys discuss how Adam's last book gave inspiration to this one & discuss their favorite Knicks players & memories from the late 70's-80's. As the Knicks continue their series against the Sixers, the pair also discusses why New York will always gravitate towards the Knicks. Finally, a look at the city itself from that era & Kevin & Adam's favorite 80's hip-hop records. Subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts & watch the show on YouTube!

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    22 April 2024, 2:35 pm
  • 1 hour 25 minutes
    First Round Frenzy & Bye Bye Blake
    On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys start the show off by discussing Jontay Porter's lifetime ban from the NBA for gambling & why it's something that had to be done. Stay tuned for previews of every first round series, and a look back at the play-in games. Where do the Warriors, Hawks, Bulls & Kings go from here? Plus why most first round series are toss ups. In Who's Ballin Who's Fallin, the guys talk a stacked team USA & discuss Blake Griffin's career as he announced his retirement. Finally, the fastest Immaculate Grid you've ever seen. Listen to the show wherever you get your podcasts & watch the show on YouTube!
    20 April 2024, 3:58 pm
  • 1 hour 8 minutes
    Jrue Holiday Extension & A Chaotic End to the Regular Season
    On this jam packed episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir) & Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose), the guys first start Warm Up Jumpers with Jrue Holiday signing a 4-year extension with Boston. Why this makes all the sense in the world for the Celtics & how the contract will age as Jrue gets into his late 30's. The guys then dive into an extremely chaotic last week of the regular season. In the East: Giannis is hurt as the Bucks try to hold off the Knicks & Cavs for two & who will avoid the play-in out of Philly, Indy & Orlando? Is Miami the sleeping giant yet again? Out West: The Nuggets, Timberwolves & Thunder all dance for number one as the Warriors, Lakers, Kings, Suns & Pelicans all fight for positioning at the bottom of the bracket. Who has the biggest advantage? The guys finish the show with Who's Ballin Who's Fallin & Immaculate Grid. Subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts & watch the show on YouTube!
    13 April 2024, 3:20 pm
  • 1 hour 3 minutes
    Randle Injury & Final Weekish of the Season
    On this episode of the Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys start the show by looking back at Rajon Rondo's career as he announces his retirement. The duo then dives into the final weekish of the season, first with the news that Julius Randle will miss the rest of the season. What does this mean for the Knicks chances? In the Eastern Conference, what do we expect to happen in regards to the play-in between Philly with Embiid's return, Indy and Miami. Can the Magic really get to two? Also, why it's crucial for everyone to avoid Boston. Out West the guys discuss a massive blow for Sacramento losing Malik Monk. As for seeds 5-9 well it's really anyone's guess. Plus Who's Ballin Who's Fallin & another round of Immaculate Grid. Listen to the podcast wherever you get your favorite podcast & watch the show on YouTube!
    5 April 2024, 1:26 am
  • 56 minutes 11 seconds
    The Stakes are High in the NBA
    Welcome to another episode of The Drive & Dish NBA podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir). On this episode, the guys start Warm Up Jumpers with some discussion about March Madness. Questions about if the tournament has lost its luster a little bit and we debate if anybody can keep up with UConn. Kevin & Justin then dive into the Jontay Porter gambling news and why this issue will continue to loom large over the NBA. In Who's Ballin Who's Fallin the guys discuss Glen Taylor saying no to A-Rod & Marc Lore buying into the Wolves, season ending injuries for Kevin Huerter and LaMelo Ball & the streaking Rockets/Mavericks. Finally, the guys close with yet another round of Immaculate Grid. Subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts and watch the show on YouTube.
    30 March 2024, 2:33 am
  • 57 minutes 18 seconds
    Jamahl Mosley Extension & Return of OG
    On this episode of The Drive & Dish Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys start in Orlando where coach Jamahl Mosley has a new four-year deal. Why this is a no brainer for the Magic and a look at what the team's ceiling could be in the Eastern Conference standings. The pair then dives into the Eastern Conference race with the return of OG in NYC, the latest outlook for Joel Embiid and the Sixers and why Benedict Mathurin is an especially tough fill for Indiana. Plus Who's Ballin Who's Fallin and another round of Immaculate Grid. Listen to the podcast wherever you get your podcasts and watch the show on YouTube!
    16 March 2024, 2:59 am
  • 1 hour 11 minutes
    Ten Years of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast
    On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys start the episode by celebrating ten years of the podcast. Take a walk down memory lane as they reflect on the biggest headlines from the 2013-2014 season and their favorite NBA moments over the past decade. The guys then dive into a pair of injuries with Ben Simmons and Karl Anthony Towns. What they guys think the future of Simmons' NBA career looks like and why the Towns injury is a major blow for Minnesota, they can survive the short term. Plus Who's Ballin and Who's Fallin & the guys end with another round of Immaculate Grid. Listen to the show anywhere you get your podcasts and subscribe to the show on YouTube!
    9 March 2024, 7:04 pm
  • 1 hour 13 minutes
    Buyout Bonanza & Mad Hand Injuries
    On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys star the show off by ranking their NBA Teams in Tier Maker. Who is at the top of the chart and who is at the bottom and who can make the biggest change in the upcoming final quarter of the season. The duo then discusses the buyout market, including Mike Muscala signing with OKC & a number of key names still up for grabs. In Who's Ballin Who's Fallin, Kevin & Justin discuss hand injuries for Trae Young, Scottie Barnes & Russell Westbrook plus the dominant Celtics. Finally, some Immaculate Grid to wrap up the show as the guys try to get another 9/9. Subscribe to the show anywhere you get your podcasts and watch the show on YouTube!
    2 March 2024, 4:56 pm
  • 1 hour 12 minutes
    All-Star Apathy & Second Half Shenanigans
    On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir) & Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose), the guys start Warm Up Jumpers by recapping All-Star weekend and debate if there's a way to improve the game itself and the dunk contest. The duo then talks a pair of coaches with Jacque Vaughn losing his job in Brookyln and Steve Kerr signing a two-year extension with Golden State. The guys then look ahead to the second half of the season and discuss what they're looking forward to watching and which teams might surge. Finally, another round of Immaculate Grid include some clutch Justin guesses. Listen to the show anywhere you get your podcasts and watch the show on YouTube!
    24 February 2024, 5:31 pm
  • 1 hour 9 minutes
    Trade Deadline Recap & All-Star Game Preview
    Welcome back to another episode of The Drive & Dish NBA podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir). On this week the guys begin by previewing All-Star weekend and discuss what they're most excited to watch and ways to bring more excitement to some of the traditional events. The duo then breaks down the trade deadline including a strong one for the Knicks and a questionable one for the Bulls. How does the league shake up after everyone's moves? The guys then do Who's Ballin Who's Fallin and another round of Immaculate Grid. Subscribe to The Drive & Dish NBA podcast anywhere you get your podcasts & watch the show on YouTube!
    17 February 2024, 5:47 pm
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