Kevin and Justin recap the 2021 NBA Draft! The Detroit Pistons did not overthink it and took their guy, Cade Cunningham! Who were some other winners (Orlando, Charlotte, Pheonix), and who were some losers in the Draft night? Last the guys talk about the WILD NBA Trade sending Russel Westbrook out to play with Lebron James and Anthony Davis.

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NBA Draft Recap - Westbrook Trade

Welcome back to another episode of the Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir). Justin is on vacation this week, so our pal Louis Axen (@LouisArtisan), host of The LA Minute podcast joins us. First the guys warm things up with some Team USA discussion. Should we be concerned after a loss to France, or are they still favorites despite their struggles? The guys then finally break down the Milwaukee Bucks winning their first NBA title in 50 years. How was Giannis able to dominate, and how do we view his resume already? The guys also talk the Bucks supporting cast stepping up, and what it means for Chris Paul going forward. Was this his last chance, or will the Phoenix young core be back? In Who's Ballin Who's Fallin, Kevin & Louis hit Trae Young still hooping, President Obama & NBA Africa plus the Lakers futures for Kuz & Trez look bleak. The duo then takes a look at the NBA draft, and why it's more than likely going to be chalky. Last but not least, the Pelicans & Grizzlies make a trade! Subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, Spreaker, Google Play or Amazon Music. Watch the show on YouTube.

The Bucks are Champs! Will Team USA be? with Louis Axen

Justin and Kevin react to the Milwaukee Bucks making something out of the NBA Finals! They are now tied 2-2 with the Pheonix Suns! What does this mean??? The guys also break down Kawhi's ACL injury news and Jamahl Mosley taking over in Orlando.

NBA Finals Game's 3/4 - More Coaching Changes

Today on the show Justin and Kevin talk about the WILD story with Andre Drummond calling out his coach as a way to pump his NFT's... the guys take a look at what the NFTs actually are and debate where Drummond should end up in the NBA. The guys then switch over to talk about the Phoenix Suns and Milwaukee Bucks Finals! Will, The Suns sweep? how can the Bucks turn it around... all this plus, Ballin/falling!

Drummond's NFT - NBA Finals

Justin and Kevin finally get back together to give their reactions to the 76ers season... whats next and is Ben Simmons on the move. Plus some 4th of July facts! They break down the potential finals matchup! who should the suns be wanting to play, have injuries ruined this season and the Hawks are playing with house money! last the guys get into the NBA coaching changes for the Trail Blazers, Mavericks, Pacers, Celtics, and other teams that should be looking for a new coach

76ers Recap - NBA Finals - Coaching Changes

oday on the show Justin has a guest, Carlton! The two start off by talking about the NBA's potential rule changes, do we love or hate them? Carlton is a big Miami Heat fan so they talk about the Heat season in recap. Then they talk about the Conference finals in the NBA! Are the Phoenix Suns just destined to win it all? Can the CLippers make another comeback? Hawk's and Bucks start, who will win it? Last, the guys get into the Olympics and break down Team USA and the Draft Lottery!

Conference Finals - Draft Lotto & Team USA!

Welcome back to another episode of the Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir). Kevin calls iso and goes solo this week, as he breaks down the first few games of the second round of the NBA playoffs. Kevin also discusses the outlook for the season for the team's eliminated in the first round, plus Jokic wins MVP, Rudy wins DPOY & Thibs wins COY. If that's not enough, we've also got some Who's Ballin Who's Fallin featuring some coaching changes. Thanks for bearing with our technical difficulties! Subscribe to the podcast on iTunes & leave us a review. Non-Apple users subscribe on Stitcher, Spreaker, Amazon Music, Google Play & Spotify. Watch the podcast on The Drive & Dish NBA channel on YouTube.

Second round solo thoughts

#NBA #NBAPlayoffs #SportsTalkKevin and Justin break down the last few days of the NBA Playoffs are the first-round matches start to wrap up! Starting in the east they talk about who the 76ers would prefer to match up against out of the Knicks and Hawks. Are you surprised that the first sweep was Bucks/Heat? For Ballin/Fallin they break down the Fans... its exciting to be back but you gotta act right! Over in the west, the matchups seem closer, and injuries might rob a few teams with an early-round exit!

NBA Playoff Round #1 Thoughts

Welcome back to another episode of the Drive & Dish NBA podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir). On this midweek episode, Kevin is joined by Jake Fischer (@JakeLFischer) from Bleacher Report to discuss his new book, "Built To Lose: How the NBA's Tanking Era Changed the League Forever." What caused Jake to take a deeper dive on tanking? Can the league fix it? What is getting lunch with Sam Hinkie like? All that plus we talk about what's gone wrong for the Clippers, and if we underrated Dallas. Kevin & Jake then end the show by paying tribute to Orlando Summer League, and why it should come back. Subscribe to the podcast on iTunes and leave us a review. Non-Apple users can find us on Stitcher, Spreaker, Spotify, PlayerFM & more. Watch the podcast on YouTube.0:00-25:20: Built to Lose discussion. What inspired Jake to write the book, and what can the league actually do about tanking?25:20-27:40: Favorite Process player27:40-32:50: How can the Sixers win the East?32:50-38:00: What has gone wrong for the Clippers in Games 1 & 238:00-40:17: Did we underrate Dallas?40:17-46:40: RIP Orlando Summer League, we miss you

We're Going Tanking! with Jake Fischer

Today on the pod, Kevin and Justin jump into recapping the NBA Play-in Tournament! Was it a success was Lakers/Warriors or Warriors/Grizzlies a better watch? Last they break into the NBA playoff and predict what they think will happen going forward.

NBA Play-In Recap & Playoff Preview

Justin and Kevin are back for an episode full of predictions on what they think will happen in the 2021 NBA Playoffs! first, they talk about the PLay-In-Tournament and debate if we will see this stay, and can the Lakers win against the Warriors? Then the guys break down the East Playoff matchups and debate who will win in the BUcks/Heat and Knicks/Hawks matchups. Last they break down the Clippers/Mavericks and Nuggets/Trailblazers in the west.

IT'S NBA PLAYOFF TIME!

Justin and Kevin are back for the final week of the NBA season! they predict where they think teams will land... will the lakers be in the play-in tournament? They also talk about the WOJ bomb about the Pacers head coach position... Would they be wrong to fire Nate Bjorkgren? Last the guys get into a redraft of the 2014 NBA Draft... who would go in your top 5?

Wrapping Up The Regular Season

Today on D&D, JUSTIN IS BACK FROM HIS WEDDING! Kevin takes some time talking about things he missed in the NBA this past two weeks. The two guys break down the Play-In Tournament and ask if they like the idea... Justin Predicts that more players will talk bad about it. Last the two talk about Lebron James and Lamelo Ball gatting back from injury... what will this mean for the NBA Playoffs?

Play In Tourney - Lebron/LaMelo Back!

Welcome back to another episode of The Drive & Dish NBA podcast, hosted by Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir) & Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose). Justin is still off on his honeymoon this week, so Kevin is joined by CBS Sports producer & Fox News Headlines Sports anchor Ryan Mayer (@r_mayer). The guys start the show by breaking down the surging New York Knicks, who have gotten all the way up to the #4 seed. How did we get here, and can the Knicks actually win a first round series? Plus, why this sets the franchise up for the future if they keep the momentum going. Kevin & Ryan then dive into the Washington Wizards and their sudden emergence in the play-in game picture. How they’ve gotten here despite a ton of injuries, and whether or not Scott Brooks has taken himself off the hot seat. The duo then takes an in depth look at the race for the #1 seed in the Eastern conference. Does Brooklyn’s lack of chemistry even remotely matter? Do the Sixers need #1 more than the Nets? Have we collectively underrated the Bucks’ chances of doing damage? Find out all that and more on this episode. Leave us a review on iTunes & we’ll read them on the podcast. listen to the podcast on Stitcher, Spreaker, Spotify & Google Play. Watch the podcast on the new Drive & Dish NBA channel on YouTube.0:00-3:59: Intro4:01-19:31: Knicks at the 4 seed19:32-32:35: Wizards play in game hopes/Russ's triple double comments32:36-1:00:55: Race for the East's #1 seed between Brooklyn, Philadelphia & Milwaukee

The Knicks & Wizards are streaking with Ryan Mayer

Welcome back to another episode of The Drive & Dish NBA podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir). Justin is off getting married (actually) so we are joined by our pal Sam B. Albuquerque (@SamBAlbuquerque) , host of The Take a Left at Albuquerque podcast. The guys start out with the surprising news of LaMacrus Aldridge retiring. They take a look back at his career, as well as what it means for Brooklyn’s plans moving forward. The duo then discuss are a pair of injuries, with Jamal Murray tearing his ACL, and Donovan Mitchell spraining his ankle. Is this it for Denver? Can Utah still get the #1 seed in the West with Mitchell out long term. The guys debate each team’s merits. Kevin & Sam then head out East quick to explain why they wouldn’t rule Miami, Boston & NY out of making a run. Sam then breaks down his Lakers’ injuries, and who of all the contenders he thinks can challenge the Lakers the most. Finally the show ends with a look at the MVP race, Dwayne Wade becoming a part owner of the Jazz, and Sam’s Champions League pick as we await the semi-finals. Leave us a review on iTunes or listen to the podcast on Stitcher, Spreaker, Spotify & Google Play. Watch the podcast on the new Drive & Dish NBA channel on YouTube.0:00-2:43: Intro2:45-11:40: LaMarcus Aldridge retires11:41-19:01: Jamal Murray tears his ACL. Is Denver done?19:02-30:45: Donovan Mitchell ankle sprain. Can Utah stay at #1?30:46-43:30: Reasons to believe in Miami, Boston & New York43:30-56:06: How concerned is Sam about the Lakers health/Who matches up best against them?56:07-1:02:58: MVP talk and Dwayne Wade buys into the Jazz ownership1:02:59-1:07:52: Champions League predictions

The Too Many Injuries episode with Sam B. Albuquerque

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. Little did we know two ex-Pennsylvanians who moved to Florida would now be entering our 6th season. 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 now? Our goal is to make you feel like you’re sitting on the couch, at the barbershop, or at a barstool with us. We cover the league year-round from opening night in October, all the way through the NBA Finals in June. If that’s not enough, we keep going in the summer for the NBA draft, NBA summer league & free agency. Segments include Who’s Ballin, Who’s Fallin, our NBA version of the stock market where we tell you what’s trending up, and what’s trending down each week. We’ve also got Hot Takes from Reddit, where we bring you the spiciest and most comical takes from NBA Reddit each week. You also will hear the best in NBA guests throughout the season and all summer long. Like we said earlier though, the show is all about fun, because if you’re not having fun, why do something right? You can listen to the podcast on all platforms including iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, PlayerFM & Spotify, as well as watch the podcast on YouTube. Leave us a review on iTunes, and we’ll read it on the show, good or bad!

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