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...

  • 52 minutes 41 seconds
    All-Star Starters & the Warriors Lose Jimmy Butler
    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 outlook as Steph Curry gets older. In Who's Ballin Who's Fallin, Hali skips OKC, the Thunder lose their chance at the best record ever, Joel Embiid's return to form and another injury setback for Giannis. Finally, another round of Immaculate Grid. Listen to the show wherever you get your podcasts and watch the show on YouTube.
    24 January 2026, 6:15 pm
  • 58 minutes 3 seconds
    Trade Deadline Traction & the NBA in Europe
    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 possible despite statements that he won't ask for a trade that Giannis is moved anyone? Will Anthony Davis be a Maverick for the rest of the season post his hand injury? Jonathan Kuminga has also formally asked for a trade in the latest drama with him and the Warriors. The guys debate Kuminga's value and discuss why a fresh start is needed for both sides. In Who's Ballin Who's Fallin, Kyle Lowry gets a standing O in Toronto, Luka's defense, the Thunder finally beating the Spurs this season and Anthony Black throwing down. Finally, another round of Immaculate Grid. Listen to the show wherever you get your podcasts and watch the show on YouTube!
    18 January 2026, 2:13 am
  • 1 hour 51 seconds
    You're a Wizard Trae Young
    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 signal a full rebuild for the Grizz? Next, Giannis commits again to the Bucks. Can they turn things around this season? In Who's Ballin Who's Fallin, Ant Edwards hits 10,000 points, the Thunder hit a skid, Derik Queen hooping and the Pels decision to keep their guys and ref Bill Kennedy goes down during the Sixers/Magic game. Finally, another round of Immaculate Grid. Listen to the show wherever you get your podcasts and watch the show on YouTube!
    10 January 2026, 8:09 pm
  • 1 hour 12 minutes
    New Year, New Records & A New Year's Relief for the Nuggets
    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 get back in it. Then, a sigh of relief for the Nuggets as Nikola Jokic avoids major injury and will miss a month due to a knee hyperextension. If the Nuggets need to make a move, given the injury to Jonas Valančiūnas as well. In Who's Ballin Who's Fallin, great ratings for Christmas, LeBron turns 41, early All-Star returns & a small injury for Wemby. Finally, another round of Immaculate Grid. Listen to the show wherever you get your podcasts and watch the show on YouTube!
    3 January 2026, 10:44 pm
  • 1 hour 13 minutes
    A Christmas Full of Classics for the NBA
    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. Then, the Lakers are blown out by the Rockets and to add injury to insult, lose Austin Reaves for a month. The guys discuss JJ Redick's latest comments and why their defensive issues may hold them back on all season. The Warriors take down the Mavericks as they continue to trend in the right direction. Finally, the Nuggets beat the Timberwolves in an OT thriller. The guys try to comprehend Nikola Jokic's 50-point triple double and discuss Denver's ceiling. In Who's Ballin Who's Fallin, KAT gets engaged and the MVP rankings. Finally, another round of Immaculate Grid. Listen to the show wherever you get your podcasts and watch the show on YouTube!
    28 December 2025, 5:42 pm
  • 1 hour 27 minutes
    The Knicks Win the NBA Cup & Christmas Day Games
    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 forward the rest of the season and how much the city is celebrating. Then, the guys discuss ways to improve the NBA Cup going forward or if it's ok as is. In Who's Ballin Who's Fallin, Kon Kneuppel hits 100 3's in record time, Draymond Green yells at Steve Kerr, Ben Simmons is going fishing and the Jacksonville Jaguars? Finally another round of Immaculate Grid. Listen to the show wherever you get your podcast and watch the show on YouTube.
    24 December 2025, 2:04 am
  • 1 hour 5 minutes
    Farewell to the Chris Paul Farewell Tour & Giannis Watch
    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 the Knicks and Heat and if the Bucks should 100% make the decision to move on from Giannis. In Who's Ballin Who's Ballin, the Thunder's chase for 73 and some sad news for Jason Collins. Finally, the return this week of Immaculate Grid. Listen to the show wherever you find your podcasts and watch the show on YouTube!
    14 December 2025, 8:15 pm
  • 23 minutes 51 seconds
    A Huge (Non) Break for Franz Wagner & NBA Cup Quarterfinals
    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 Heat and Raptors. Out West, the Thunder steamroll the Suns and await the winner of Lakers/Spurs. The guys debate if it matters or if the Thunder will beat anybody in front of them. Listen to the show wherever you get your podcasts and watch the show on YouTube!
    11 December 2025, 3:29 am
  • 1 hour 16 minutes
    Chris Paul Calls It a Career & NBA Cup Preview
    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 elimination rounds of the NBA Cup. The battle of Florida as the Magic and Heat are set to faceoff and we talk a surprising start for Carlton's Heat as well as the Raptors plus a look at a looming juggarnaut in OKC out West, life with LeBron back for the Lakers and some Spurs and Knicks talk. Finally, some love for the Pistons who continue to play well in the East and of course, some cologne talk with Carlton and some Eagles talk with Kevin. Listen to the show wherever you get your podcasts and watch the show on YouTube!
    3 December 2025, 3:54 am
  • 58 minutes 47 seconds
    High Early Season Ratings & Wemby/Sabonis/Giannis Injuries
    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 time for the Kings to blow it up already. In Who's Ballin Who's Fallin, LeBron's All-NBA streak is in jeopardy, Cooper Flagg is starting to heat up, LaMelo is apparently happy in Charlotte and Giannis will miss some time for the Bucks. Finally, another round of Immaculate Grid. Listen to the show wherever you get your podcasts and watch the show on YouTube!





    22 November 2025, 5:25 pm
  • 1 hour 6 minutes
    Nico Harrison & Willie Green are Headed for Unemployment
    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 at the West then before the guys dive into Nico Harrison getting fired as GM of the Mavericks after a 3-10 start to the team. A final look at his tenture and the Luka trade and if post-Nico firing, the Mavs are likely to trade Anthony Davis and Kyrie Irving. In Who's Ballin Who's Fallin, Steph Curry leaves Under Armour, Christian Braun will miss 6 weeks with an ankle sprain, the surging Pistons and Pat Bev's arrest. Finally, the return of Immaculate Grid. Listen to the show wherever you get your podcasts and watch the show on YouTube!
    15 November 2025, 9:44 pm
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