On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA podcast, hosted by Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir) & Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose), the guys warm-up talking some Memphis Grizzlies amid Ja Morant's latest comments about not feeling 100%. They debate how much faith they have in the Grizz the rest of the way amid Jaren Jackson's injury as well & why seeding could be more important to them than other teams. After the break, the guys discuss Kyrie Irving's ACL tear & why this is the ultimate blow to any hope the Mavericks had left. A debate if the Mavs should fully blow it up & to make matters worse, they discuss how the Lakers have quikcly climbed to #2 in the West post Luka trade. Is it time to believe in the Lakers title chances? The guys also bring about the NBA's misery meter and debate besides how Dallas, which fan bases should feel the most down right now. In Who's Ballin Who's Fallin, the first 30-20-20 game in NBA history for Nikola Jokic, the Cavs winning 13 straight, Jalen Brunson's ankle injury & LeBron vs. Stephen A. Smith. Listen to the show wherever where you get your podcasts & watch the show on YouTube!

On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys warm-up first talking where they've been & how a technical glitch took out last week's entire episode. Some leftovers we discuss from that episode: our thoughts on the All-Star game & if it's fixable at this point plus sadness abound for the Spurs with Wemby out for the year & Pop confirmed out for the rest of the season as he recovers from a stroke. The guys discuss their level of concern for Wemby. After the break, the duo dive into who would be the best teams to bandwagon for the rest of the season as we approach the home stretch. Where does everyone rank on the chalk levels? This comes of course as Joel Embiid is announced out for the rest of the year. The guys discuss his legacy & if they believe this is it for him long term. Plus, is there a way that the Sixers can dig themselves out of the hole they're in? Finally in Who's Ballin Who's Fallin, a new contract for Brandon Ingram, a big setback for Jalen Suggs & Jayson Tatum's trash talk backfiring. Listen to the show wherever where you get your podcasts & watch the show on YouTube!

On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir) & Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose), the guys start warm up jumpers with the three All-Star teams being official. Which squad stands out & how they think the new All-Star Game format will work. Next, the duo dives into the most bananas trade deadline in NBA history. First, some final fallout from the Luka Donicic trade for Dallas & the Lakers, as they make moves for Caleb Martin & Mark Williams. Jimmy Butler is headed to the Warriors with a new two-year extension. The guys debate if this really moves the needle for the Warriors, but why it also was the right play at the same time. Then the Kuz/Khris swap. Why Kevin thinks this makes absolutely no sense for the Bucks, and a look back at Khris Middleton's run in Milwaukee. Plus, Brandon Ingram is headed to Toronto. Does the Raptors plan make any sense? Should the Hawks blow it up after trading De'Andre Hunter to Cleveland? A look at if the Hunter move allows the Cavs to keep up with Boston. Finally, we debate winners & losers from the deadline & another round of Immaculate Grid. Listen to the showever where you get your podcasts & watch the show on YouTube!

On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir) the guys go into emergency podcast mode & discuss the Earth-shattering Luka Donicic trade. After getting over the bewilderment of how this happened, the guys talk Luka & LeBron's early fit & what the next few years for the Lakers will realistically look like. For Dallas, with Anthony Davis in town is the window still open, or should Nico Harrison begin packing his bags already? Kevin & Justin also discuss the De'Aaron Fox & Zach Lavine trade & who got the best of the deal between the Spurs, Kings & Bulls. Listen to the showever where you get your podcasts & watch the show on YouTube!

On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir) & Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose), the guys start warm up jumpers with Adam Silver's comments about changing quarters to 10 minutes instead of 12. The guys debate if it's a good idea, what it could change the most & other potential marketing ideas if the NBA believes that's a problem. Next, Draymond Green calls out Karl Anthony Towns on Twitter & the guys discuss why the timing seems weird. After the break, full All-Star rosters are rolled out & the guys debate the biggest snubs including Sabonis, LaMelo & Trae Young. In Who's Ballin Who's Fallin, a first look at the De'Aaron Fox market & if he'll be moved at all aerad of the deadline, another brutal injury for DeJounte Murray, some more Cade Cunningham love & Chris Paul vs. Giannis. Finally, another round of Immaculate Grid. Listen to the showever where you get your podcasts & watch the show on YouTube!

On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir) the guys first start with All-Star starters being announced. The guys debate if there is any controversy at all or if the voters got it right. Also in Warm Up Jumpers, a quick detour into Downtown Jacksonville's future & a discussion of Justin's current NFL fanhood ahead of the Eagles/Commanders NFC Championship Game. Next, the guys dive into the latest trade deadline rumors. A possible mega-deal looms for Jimmy Butler. Is Phoenix a lock to get him? What happens to Bradley Beal in order to make that deal happen? Plus a look at Zach Lavine & the Lakers potentially getting a more traditional center. In Who's Ballin Who's Fallin, Wemby cooks in Paris, the Bucks trending up, the Magic trending down & the Mavericks success against the Thunder. Finally, another round of Immaculate Grid. Listen to the show whereever you get your podcasts & watch the show on YouTube!

On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir) the guys first start with the Thunder dominating the Cavaliers in their second matchup in two weeks. How OKC adjusted & if there should be any concerns for Cleveland moving forward. Next, the guys preview the trade deadline. First, the latest from Jimmy Butler & which destinations make the most sense plus the Warriors holding back, the latest Cam Johnson destinations & should the Suns trade KD? In Who's Ballin Who's Fallin, another Joel Embiid injury, Vince Carter is honored by the Empire State Building & a great start to the New Year for Cade Cunningham. Finally, another round of Immaculate Grid. Listen to the show wherever you get your podcasts & watch the show on YouTube!

On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) & Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir) the guys first start with the news of Jared McCain being ruled out for the rest of the season. Why both believe that the Sixers season is already cooked & some doom & gloom regarding Paul George's contract. Next, the duo jumps into the aftermath of the best game of the regular season so far with the Cavs beating the Thunder. Justin argues why he believes the Cavs haven't totally sold him yet while Kevin tries to convince him otherwise plus if the return of Chet Holmgren will be enough to solidfy Thunder as favorite or if they should be a few roster tweaks. In Who's Ballin Who's Fallin, a moment for the LA Fire victims, snow in the South cancels the Hawks game, the Kings streaking post Mike Brown firing & the Jokic/Russ duo making triple-double history. Finally, another round of Immaculate Grid. Listen to the showever where you get your podcasts & watch the show on YouTube!

On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir) & Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose), the guys first start with the return of Kawhi Leonard. Can the Clippers contend now & what should we realistically expect out of Kawhi at this point. Plus, a quick deteour into the end of Jalen Brunson's tenure in Dallas & a look at what's happened since. Next, the Lakers trade D'Angelo Russell to the Nets for Dorian Finney-Smith & Shake Milton. Why this move makes sense for the Lakers & if we can realistically expect D.Lo to be on the move again from Brooklyn. After that, the latest in the Jimmy Butler saga following his suspension from the Heat. A look again at Jimmy destinations & how we got to this point. In Who's Ballin Who's Fallin, another injury for Orlando, early All-Star returns, the sliding Hornets & Wemby turns 21. Finally, another round of Immaculate Grid. Listen to the showever where you get your podcasts & watch the show on YouTube!

On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir) & Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose), the guys first start with Jimmy Butler asking out of Miami. Which destinations make sense if Miami decides to make a move & what Pat Riley's comments mean about the chances of a deal even happening. Next, Luka Doncic is set to miss at least a month with a calf injury. Justin first fires the hot take cannon about Luka's MVP chances in the future. The guys then explain why Dallas is in a better position than previously to withstand a long period of time without Luka. After that, the Kings fire Mike Brown. A look at how we got here & why this feels like a step in the wrong direction for the Kings. In Who's Ballin Who's Fallin, another fine for Joel Embiid, the looming return of Paolo & improved Christmas Day ratings. Finally, another round of Immaculate Grid. Listen to the showever where you get your podcasts & watch the show on YouTube!