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  • The Dog Days of NBA Summer

    The Dog Days of NBA Summer
    2024/09/07
    On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir) & Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose), the guys start the show with a good old fashioned player comparison & debate whose career they would rather have, Jrue Holiday or Damian Lillard? The duo then dives into some Nuggets talk (just before Jamal Murray re-signed, sigh) & discuss where the Nuggets stand in the West & some possible friction between the front office & Mike Malone. Who needs to step up for the Nuggets to be back in the Finals & how they can try & replace KCP's impact. In Who's Ballin Who's Fallin the guys talk a new deal for Tristan Thompson in Cleveland, Rudy vs. Shaq & the Sixers possibly moving out of Philly & into Camden. Finally, another round of Immaculate Grid. Listen to the show wherever you get your podcast & watch the show on YouTube!
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    1 時間 17 分
  • New Contracts for Steph, TJ & Zubac

    New Contracts for Steph, TJ & Zubac
    2024/08/31
    On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys first start Warm Up Jumpers by discussing Steph Curry's new contract with the Warriors. What it means for their future & if they expect Steph to end his career as a Warrior. Plus some love for greek yogurt & cottage cheese. After the break, the duo dives into a new 4-year contract for TJ McConnell with the Pacers. Why it's a great time to cash in for TJ, and how the Pacers stack up as they look to get back to the ECF. What are their keys for the season? In Who's Ballin Who's Fallin the guys talk Deuce McBride being clutch, a new 3-year deal for Ivica Zubac with the Clippers & a sad tribute to Johnny & Matt Gaudreau after their untimely passing this weekend. Finally, another round of Immaculate Grid. Listen to the show wherever you get your podcasts & watch the show on YouTube!
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    1 時間 19 分
  • Is the Force Strong with This Episode?

    Is the Force Strong with This Episode?
    2024/08/27
    On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), Kevin is joined by Andy Jordan (@andysmagicminute) & the guys start the show by talking...Star Wars. What's next for the franchise after the cancellation of The Acolyte & why didn't it work? Should Disney give up on the Old Republic? Next, some actual basketball as Kevin & Andy discuss potential landing destinations for Zach LaVine, Brandon Ingram & Trae Young. The likelihood of any of them being moved & what their value is after the summer. Andy also discusses his beloved Orlando Magic. How high can they get in the Eastern Conference next year & which players will key to them contending. Listen to the show wherever you get your favorite podcast & watch the show on YouTube!
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    1 時間 7 分
  • A Steph Supernova for Gold & Schedule Release

    A Steph Supernova for Gold & Schedule Release
    2024/08/16
    On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys start the show discussing the NBA's schedule release, including the Celtics vs. Knicks & Timberwolves vs. Lakers on opening night. What the league got right & other matchups that Kevin & Justin are paying attention to early on. Next up, the U.S. wins Olympic Gold! Appreciating Steph Curry's final performance & a look back at the U.S.'s matchups with France & Serbia. Who stood out the most & an early look at who the guys think could be on Team U.S.A. in the 2028 Olympics. In Who's Ballin Who's Fallin, the duo talks a new deal for Patty Mills, the teams with the least amount of national games, Kevin Durant buying into Paris Saint-Germain & Joe Harris calling it a career. Finally, another round of Immaculate Grid, featuring a college twist. Leave us a review on iTunes & listen to the show wherever you get your podcast. Watch the show on YouTube!
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    1 時間 14 分
  • Lauri's Locked In & More Olympics

    Lauri's Locked In & More Olympics
    2024/08/07
    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 5-year, $238 million contract extension for Lauri Markkanen from the Jazz. The massive implications the deal has for the trade market over the next few years & why both guys believe that this helps Utah maintain flexibility if they want to fully or only slightly blow it up. Next, the duo dives into the Olympic quarterfinals matchups. Team USA has another date with Nikola Jokic & Serbia. Should they be worried? Plus the French seek revenge on a red hot German squad & Canada & Australia are out. Who should be more disappointed? In Who's Ballin Who's Fallin the guys discuss Jamal Murray's next contract & Charles Barkely announcing that he's staying on TV. Finally, another round of Immaculate Grid. Leave us a review on iTunes & listen to the show wherever you get your podcast. Watch the show on YouTube!
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    55 分
  • Olympics Group Play & Gordon Hayward Retires

    Olympics Group Play & Gordon Hayward Retires
    2024/08/03
    On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys first start Warm Up Jumpers with Gordon Hayward announcing his retirement. The guys look back at his career & discuss how they will view his legacy. The duo then dives into Olympic basketball & what stood our from group play so far. Kevin & Justin discuss who has shined the most so far on Team USA & why it inspires confidence that they're rolling despite lineup tweaks plus a look at hot starts for Germany & Canada. In Who's Ballin Who's Fallin, the Lakers unveil the newest Kobe statute, Kobe's locker goes for a record price & the NBA looks at a tournment in Europe. In some more Cavs news, Jarrett Allen signs a 3-year extension with the team. Why it's put up or shut up time now for this Cleverland group. Finally, the guys end with another round of Immaculate Grid, including their lowest guess ever. Listen to the show wherever you get your podcasts & watch to the show on YouTube!
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    1 時間 10 分
  • Mobley Max & Team USA Concerns?

    Mobley Max & Team USA Concerns?
    2024/07/24
    On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), Kevin is joined by WSB Assistant Program Director Chris Crawford (@OnAirwithCC) & Orange Observer Sports Editor (@SamBAlbuquerque) to first discuss Team USA struggling in exhabition warm-ups. Is this a blip or a major issue? Plus how does this run have the potential to boost LeBron's legacy even higher. The guys then discuss Evan Mobley signing a max 5-year extension with the Cavaliers. Where does Cleveland tier in the East headed into next season & how can Mobley unlock the next level of his game. Next, Russell Westbrook is headed to Denver. Does this move the needle for the Nuggets? Finally, a tribute to the great Pat Williams who passed away at 84. Leave us a review on iTunes & we'll read them on the show or get the podcast wherever you listen to your favorite podcast. Watch the show on YouTube!
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    1 時間 2 分
  • Bonjour Paris 2024 & Jalen Brunson Takes One for the Team

    Bonjour Paris 2024 & Jalen Brunson Takes One for the Team
    2024/07/14
    On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys start Warm Up Jumpers with a preview of the Paris 2024 Olympics. First the big news from Team USA with Kawhi Leonard dropping out & Derrick White replacing him. Should Jaylen Brown have beef? Plus the guys take a look at who could give the U.S. the most problems. The guys then dive into Jalen Brunson leaving a significant amount of money on the table as part of his new 4-year extension on the Knicks. Why this deal is so much more than Brunson taking one for the team & what the Knicks can do with the extra savings. The duo then dives into the NBA Cup group releases. Which groups out West & East are the most difficult & who can cruise. Finally, the guys talk the Kings bringing in Demar Derozan. Where does Sacramento rank now in the West? Leave us a review on iTunes & we'll read them on the show or listen to the show wherever you get your podcasts. Watch the show on YouTube.
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    35 分