The Surging Spurs & the Elite Eight

On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) and Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), Kevin is joined by Chris Crawford (@OnAirWithCC) to first talk all things March Madness, including if Arizona is the clear favorite, future NBA guys who have raised their profile and their favorite games so far. Next, a look at red hot Spurs who are 23-2 in their last 10. The keys to their surge, including Wemby hitting new, freakish levels. Then, a look at where they rank among contenders, namely the Thunder, and if anybody out East can stop them. Afer that, the guys talk NBA expansion to Seattle and Las Vegas and debate if this is the right time. Finally, a look at the NBA's three new anti-tanking proposal and if any of them would actually work. Listen to the show wherever you get your podcasts and watch the show on YouTube!

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 the Hawks ripping off 11-wins in a row. What's been key to the team's turnaround and if they could go a run come playoffs. The duo also compares the Hawks to the Hornets as well who have been red hot recently. Justin also proposes a play-in rule change and a quick mention of the Pelicans and Zion looking in form recently. Next, Cade Cunningham is set to miss two weeks for the Pistons with a collpased lung. If this is cause for major concern and a debate about why the 65-game rule for MVP stinks. Then, Luka Doncic makes his MVP case as the Lakers have won 8 in a row. In Who's Ballin Who's Fallin, the tank race, NBA expansion and who would move East and Dennis Rodman making the WWE Hall of Fame. Finally, another round of Immaculate Grid. Listen to the show wherever you get your podcasts and watch the show on YouTube.

On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) and Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys start the show by jumping into Bam Adebayo's historic 83-point game, as he passes Kobe Bryant for second most points ever in an NBA game. How this happened, where it ranks in improbable scoring outbursts and the guys debate the dialogue surrounding his performance. Next, SGA passes Wilt Chamberlain for most consecutive games with 20 points. How we got here and if the guys think it'll be another 65+ years before this record is broken. In Who's Ballin Who's Fallin, the streaking Magic, Heat and Hornets, the Warriors losing everyone to injury, Steve Kerr calling for less regular season games & the number of Jalens/Jaylens in the NBA. Finally, another round of Immaculate Grid. Listen to the show wherever you get your podcasts and watch the show on YouTube!

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 Justin's trip to Las Vegas and his bet on the Celtics to win the title, just before Jayson Tatum's return. Some initial thoughts from Tatum's return and if the Celtics are favorites now. Plus a quick detour in Warm Up Jumpers into the best offensive/defensive ratings currently, the state of Carolina sports and pay homage to a Philly advertising radio legend. Next, the duo heads out West to take inventory on where they are at with the contenders with 20 games to go. Denver has struggled amid Jokic's return and the guys debate if the Nuggets can turn it on. They also discuss the surging Timberwolves, OKC maintaining their #1 seed and the Spurs looking like true finals contenders. Are the Rockets and Lakers a factor at all? In Who's Ballin Who's Fallin, Jared McCain's hot start in OKC (and Kevin ranting about the Sixers being inept), the Knicks hang 142 on the Nuggets, Dillon Brooks gets arrested, and a look at the tank race. Finally, another round of Immaculate Grid. Listen to the show wherever you get your podcasts and watch the show on YouTube!

On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) and Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), Kevin is joined by AMNY columnist Joe Pantorno (@JoePantorno) to dive into the Eastern Conference. First in Warm Up Jumpers, Trae Young makes his debut for the Wizards. What to expect from them the rest of the season and what their goals should be for next season. Next, Jayson Tatum announces his return just ten months post Achilles surgery. Does this make the Celtics favorites and how will he be worked back into the lineup amid the C's better than expected season. Joe and Kevin then dive into the other top Eastern teams and break down what they like and dislike about the Pistons, Knicks and new look Cavaliers with James Harden. Finally, can any other squad in the East take out these four teams? Listen to the show wherever you get your podcasts and watch the show on YouTube!

On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) and Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys are joined by Carlton Cabey (@Carlton_KB) in studio and start with a recap of All-Star weekend. What the guys thought of the new US vs. World format and if should be that way every year and if the Dunk Contest has any hope left. Also, Damian Lillard wins the 3-point contest as he continues to recover. Next, Adam Silver and the NBA announce their intent to impliment new anti-tanking rules next season. The trio debate different approaches including a potenital lottery tournament, odds being frozen mid-season and abolishing the draft entirely. In Who's Ballin Who's Fallin, a potential return for Jayson Tatum, the Pistons at the top of the league, KD's alleged burner accounts and the Suns lose Dillon Brooks to a broken hand. Finally, another round of Immaculate Grid. Listen to the show wherever you get your podcasts and watch the show on YouTube!

On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) and Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), Kevin is joined by Sam B. Albuquerque (@sambalbuquerque) to break down a busy trade deadline. First, Kevin puts on his homer hat though and breaks down Paul George's 25 game suspension and the Sixers trading Jared McCain to OKC. Why Kevin and Sam think the PG suspension is not the end of the world, but why the McCain trade is a disaster. After the break, Jaren Jackson Jr. is officially shut down for the season after being traded to the Jazz. What this signals for a Grizzlies rebuild and a larger tanking race signal from Utah. Plus, why Utah came out of left to make this move. Next, Anthony Davis is headed to Washington to team up with Trae Young and the new look Wizards. Does this move make sense now? Then, a major swap between the Clippers and Cavaliers as James Harden and Darius Garland swap places. Why the Clippers made this move despite a turn around and if this makes the Cavaliers true contenders. Plus, a few quick hitters with the Bulls and red hot Hornets making moves. Listen to the show wherever you get your podcasts and watch the show on YouTube!

On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) and Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys start the show by talking Nikola Jokic's return for the Nuggets, but also a setback for Aaron Gordon. How the Nuggets stayed afloat with Jokic and if there's any injury concern with their roster overall. Plus, a quick look at the top scorers of 1999. Next, Giannis trade season continues as the Bucks begin to entertain offers. The guys talk the teams that could make a move this year, including Golden State, New York and Miami, and debate if the Bucks will wait until the summer. Finally in Who's Ballin Who's Fallin, a great rookie duel between Cooper Flagg and Kon, the Kings hitting last in the West and the Hornets making a play-in push. Listen to the show wherever you get your podcasts and watch the show on YouTube.

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.

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!