Light Years: A Golden State Warriors Pod

Sam and Andy discuss Klay Thompson's return during the Warriors v. Cavaliers game. Later (25:18) we take your calls about Klay's return.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sam is joined by Vignesh from the Mercury News' GSW Fastbreak blog to discuss the Warriors loss to the Pelicans. Next (17:10) they discuss Steph's struggles and why it might be happening?Finally (30:15) we discuss Klay's potential return on Sunday.Host: Sam EsfandiariGuest: Vignesh VenkataramanProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sam is joined by Aaron Larsuel to discuss the Warriors v. Heat and how despite Steph’s struggles, this is a blessed season. Later (19:15) we discuss Wiggins' all-star candidacy and why the Warriors are the least fun team to play.Host: Sam EsfandiariGuest: Aaron LarsuelProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sam and Andy discuss the Warriors win over the Utah Jazz. Was this the best win of the season? Later (20:23) we take your calls.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sam and Andy discuss the Warriors cancelled game v. Denver, Draymond's comments and our New Years resolutions for GSW.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sam and Andy are joined by veteran Bay Area columnist, Tim Kawakami, to discuss Warriors rookie Jonathan Kuminga, how he views the Warriors management, how he evaluates great sports organization from a mediocre one and how he's seen the Warriors evolve from 2014 till now. Later (32:50) Tim discussed what about the Warriors reminds him of his days covering the Kobe/Shaq Lakers.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuGuest: Tim KawakamiProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sam and Andy react to the Warriors big win over the Suns on Christmas Day. Was this the game of the season? How special is Draymond Green? We also discuss Otto Porter, GP2 big moments and the growing potential of Jonathan Kuminga. Later (24:30) they discuss the Warriors rivalry with Chris Paul. Where does CP3 rank among this groups largest rivals? Finally (36:56) we discuss the Warriors growth as a player development franchise.Subscribe & RateHost: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim AnganVisit TickPick.com/LightYears to save $10 off your first purchase. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sam and Andy discuss the short-handed Warriors win over the Memphis Grizzlies, Steph Curry’s 46 point performance and Gary Payton II's big night/emerging impotence to the team. Later (16:52) we take your calls and give a very Light Years Happy Holidays send off.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sam and Andy discuss the Warriors win over the Sacramento Kings on Spotify Greenroom. How good is the Warriors depth? What’s up with Steph’s shooting? GP2, Damion Lee and more. Later (21:04) we take your calls on playoff rotations, Steph and more.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sam and Andy discuss Kuminga’s performance in Toronto, what they think of his present and future and overall take aways from the Warriors recent east coast road trip on the Spotify Greenroom app. Later (28:38) we take your calls on Kuminga, Damion Lee and more!Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sam and Andy are joined by Erik from GSW Reddit to discuss Klay Thompson's return post Christmas, how excited we are and what are expectations are. Later (25:53) they discuss James Wiseman's return, what they expect to see and more.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuGuest: GSW RedditProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sam and Andy discuss Steph Curry’s record breaking performance in Madison Square Garden.What it meant, what Steph means to the bay, to basketball etc. They also discuss the Knicks game and whether the Warriors should play Kuminga more? Later (23:49) we take all your calls on the Spotify Greenroom App.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sam and Andy discuss the Warriors win in Indiana on the Spotify Greenroom App. We discuss Steph’s pursuit of the 3pt record, Draymond and Looney’s big offensive nights and Kuminga minutes! Later (18:07) we take your calls about the anticipation of Steph Curry setting the all time 3pt record.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sam and Andy discuss the Warriors loss to the Philadelphia 76ers on Spotify GreenRoom App. What’s going on with the Warriors in crunch time? Is the record weighing on Steph? Thoughts on big man rotation. Later (20:32) we take your calls.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andy is joined by Ben Cruz to discuss the Warriors win over the Blazers, Steph chasing the 3 point record, expectations for the upcoming road schedule and whether Steph should load manage during the road trip.Later (17:12) they take your calls on the Spotify Greenroom app.Host: Andy LiuGuest: Ben CruzProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andy is Joined by former Light Years producer Ben Cruz to discuss the Warriors win over the Orlando Magic.When will Steph break the 3-Point record? Is Andrew Wiggins an all-star?Later (18:15) they take your calls on the Spotify Greenroom app.Host: Andy LiuGuest: Ben CruzProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sam and Andy are back taking your mailbag questions. Why is Steph not taking mid-range shots? Is his new substitution pattern working? Why Chiozza over Moody/Kuminga? Is this team of 2014/15 better on defense? Would you trade for Christian Wood? And much much more.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim AnganVisit TickPick.com/Lightyears to save $10 on your first ticket purchase. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sam and Andy discuss the Warriors bounce back win against the Phoenix Suns on the Spotify Greenroom app.What defensive adjustments were made and the impact of Juan Toscano-Anderson and Gary Payton II.Later (17:54) they take your calls, including an update on Kuminga, Wiseman and Klay Thompson from GSWReddit's Eric Jett.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sam and Andy discuss the Warriors loss to Phoenix on the Spotify Greenroom App. They discuss the turnovers, Was it Phoenix’s Defense or Steph’s poor night? Also we touch on Poole’s big game, Otto Porter, Looney and more.Later (22:13) we take your calls.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sam and Andy discuss Steph's Sunday brilliance and the Clipper game, (15:57) the Warriors thru the first 20 games and finally (31:13) preview the match up with the Phoenix Suns.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sam is joined by Vignesh Venkataraman of the Mercury News' GSW Fastbreak Blog to discuss the Warriors win over Portland, the inevitability of Stephen Curry and growing chemistry of Steph, Poole and Wiggins. Later (20:45) we take your calls.Host: Sam EsfandiariGuest: Vignesh VenkataramanProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sam and Andy are joined by The Athletic's Anthony Slater to discuss the Warriors 15-2 start, Steve 2.0, Klay and Wiseman's imminent return, Wiggins and Poole's roles and all things GSW.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuGuest: Anthony SlaterProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sam and Andy discuss the Warriors win over Toronto, big games from Wiggins and Poole, Draymond’s resurgence and the birthday guy, Chris Chiozza. Later (26:54) We take your calls and questions.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sam and Andy discuss the Warriors come from behind win in Cleveland, Steph’s greatness, as well as Damian Lee and Juan Toscano-Anderson’s impact.Later (15:22) we take your calls on Spotify Greenroom.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sam and Andy discuss the Warriors big win in Brooklyn. Steph Curry's statement game, Draymond, Wiggins, Kuminga and more!Later (21:44) we take your calls on the Spotify Greenroom app.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sam and Andy discuss the Warriors loss to the Charlotte Hornets.Later (12:15) they're joined by Marcus Thompson of The Athletic to discuss what the NBA can learn from Formula 1, how the Warriors are clicking, how great Draymond and Iguodala have looked, which NBA players are scariest and how great a year Kerr is having.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuGuest: Marcus ThompsonProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andy and Sam discuss the Warriors win over the Minnesota Timberwolves. Andrew Wiggins big game, Draymond’s thigh injury and the 10-1 start. Later (15:54) we take your calls.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sam and Andy are back on Spotify Greenroom to discuss the Warriors win over the Atlanta Hawks.Trysta Krick joins the show to briefly discuss her impressions of the Warriors 9-1 start.Later (23:48) they take your calls.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuGuest: Trysta KrickProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sam and Andy discuss the Warriors win over Houston on Spotify Greenroom App. How big of additions were Otto Porter and Bjelica? Later (18:04) we take your calls.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sam is joined by Aaron Larsuel to discuss the Warriors win over the New Orleans Pelicans and the great start to the season. Is Strength in Numbers back?! Later (21:44) they take your calls.Host: Sam EsfandiariGuest: Aaron LarsuelProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sam and Andy are joined by The Athletic's Dave DuFour to discuss his early season impressions of the Warriors.Are you buying Warriors as contenders? Wiseman's role, (17:52) How Warrior fans should feel about LaMelo and more!Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuGuest: Dave DuFourProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sam and Andy discuss Jonathan Kuminga's debut and Week 2 trends (8:30) around the Warriors and NBA as a whole. Is defense back?! Do the Warriors need a secondary shot creator? + More!Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim AnganVisit TickPick.com and use promo code "LIGHTYEARS" to save $10 on your first purchase! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sam and Andy discuss the Warriors loss to the Memphis Grizzlies on Spotify Greenroom. Was it the turnovers or rotations? Later (18:50 ) we take your calls, including Temple of Hoop host Jason Maples.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuGuest: Jason MaplesProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sam and Andy react to the Warriors win in Oklahoma City, key contributions from Wiggins and Damion Lee and potential lineup changes. Later (15:22) we take your calls and reactions to the game.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sam and Andy discuss the Warriors win over the Sacramento Kings, (17:28) their feelings about where GSW stands after week 1 of the NBA season and finally (35:55) Klay's snub from the Top 75 NBA list.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sam and Andy discuss the Warriors win over the Clippers on the Spotify Greenroom App.Later (20:16) we take your calls.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sam is joined by Ben Cruz to discuss the Warriors win over the Lakers. What did we see that was interesting? Later (11:51) we take callers via the Spotify Greenroom app.Host: Sam EsfandiariGuest: Ben CruzProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sam and Andy give their picks for who makes the playoffs in the NBA. Are the Warriors better than the Lakers? Who are play-in teams? Which star might miss the playoffs? Finally we discuss where Warriors are situated in individual award conversation.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In part one of the season preview Sam and Andy discuss what they would we like to see and predictions for each Warriors player.Can Steph break 3-point record? How many points/shots for Draymond? What are we expecting on Wiggins? Can Jordan Poole avg 20 ppg?! How many screens per game for Looney? The return of Wiseman and Klay?! More!Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sam and Andy discuss what they are most excited for this Warriors season on the Spotify Green Room app. Later (19:48) we take your calls.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sam and Andy discuss their optimism in the preseason after a 3-0 start and the Warriors/Lakers game, the positive signs from Jordan Poole and take a question regarding our comfort level with the roster to start the season (12:25) Later (28:34) we discuss teams we're most excited to watch around the NBA, contenders and finally our sleepers.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sam is joined by former University of Michigan basketball player Ant Wright to talk about Jordan Poole's growth. What he saw from Poole at Michigan, what he expected him to become and his ceiling.Host: Sam EsfandiariGuest: Ant WrightProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sam and Andy discuss the return of Warriors basketball and how excited they are after Monday's preseason debut. They discuss the emerging Jordan Poole, Steve 2.0 and the new additions, Otto Porter and Nemanja Bjelica, as well as how these Warriors are taking inspiration from the Utah Jazz schematically.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sam is joined by Aaron Larsuel to discuss what to watch for in preseason. Coaching changes, the rookies, the 15th man competition & the Chase Center!Host: Sam EsfandiariGuest: Aaron LarsuelProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sam and Andy discuss the first couple days of training camp on the Spotify Green Room app. Are they optimistic?! Later (15:35) we take your calls.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sam and Andy react to media day. What does no Draymond mean? Bob Myers Statements. Steve Kerr's epiphanies. James Wiseman's health and role. Andrew Wiggins' vaccine defiance. Klay Thompson's statements and finally Steph Curry.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dr. Nirav Pandya joins Andy and Sam to discuss Klay (2:05) and Wiseman (8:58) injury recoveries. When should we expect them back on the court? What should we be watching for with regards to their recoveries? + More.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuGuest: Dr. Nirav PandyaProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sam and Andy are back on the Green Room App to discuss Joe Lacob's tampering fine and Wiggins vaccination status. Later (17:42) they take your calls and questions.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sam is joined by Aaron Larsuel to discuss the things we are excited about for this Warriors season. Klay's return (6:02), the new coaching hires (14:30), and more including a Gilbert Arenas rookie story (26:05)Host: Sam EsfandiariGuest: Aaron LarsuelProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sam and Andy are back and discuss who will be the break out Warriors player in 2021/22. Later (14:22) they take your calls to hear who you think it will be.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.