Light Years: A Golden State Warriors Pod

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.

Sam and Andy are joined by The Athletic's Seth Partnow to discuss where the Warriors sit in the west, (19:20) his thoughts on the Ben Simmons trade rumors, (39:50) his player tier rankings and finally (54:20) which warrior legend he'd want on the this roster.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuGuest: Seth PartnowProducer: 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 Las Vegas win total of 48.5 wins. They make the case for GSW exceeding it (5:05) and the case against GSW getting to it (18:23)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 KRON4's Jason Dumas to discuss Ben Simmons trade rumors. How did it go south in Philadelpha? Would it be different in the Bay? Fit with Draymond and more!Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuGuest: Jason DumasProducer: 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 Spotify Green Room App to discuss Ben Simmons trade rumors. IS he worth it? Would he fit?!Later (21:50) we take your calls + are joined by Sheed from WarriorsWorld to discuss the tourney and a new giveaway.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 Eddie Gonzalez (@Bansky) to relive the rise of social media during the Warriors/Cavs rivalry. Can it even be re-created? Later (38:09) they discuss where the Warriors fit into the NBA landscape, who he would trade for if he was Bob Myers, working with KD and who really ruined the dynasty.Host: Sam EsfandiariGuest: Eddie GonzalezProducer: 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 Kyle Madson, host of Candlestick Chronicles to discuss which current Bay Area pro sports team is most likely to win a championship next.Later (33:55) your questions.Host: Sam EsfandiariGuest: Kyle MadsonProducer: 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 on the Spotify Greenroom app to discuss the latest update on Klay Thompson targeting a Christmas day return as well as their personal favorite Klay moments.Later (20:50) they take listener calls to discuss their favorite Klay moments.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.

With the backdrop of the Bay Bridge Series, Sam Esfandiari is joined by the Mercury New's Dieter Kurtenbach to discuss the Warriors front office in context of the San Francisco Giants and Oakland A's. Later they discuss their thoughts on this roster and direction for 2021/22.Host: Sam EsfandiariGuest: Dieter KurtenbachProducer: 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 on the Spotify Greenroom app to discuss the Draymond/KD Interview. Was it sincere? Why did it make so much noise? Did we learn anything new? Is there a double standard when players speak v. when Kerr does? Later (29:39) we take your questions.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 their trip to Vegas, impressions of Kuminga, Moody and Jessup. Later they discuss the early opening schedule release and (22:17) your calls/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 live from Vegas and joined by Aaron Larsuel to give their early impressions on Jonathan Kuminga and Moses Moody.Later they discuss the best case scenario for Wiseman and Kuminga, as well as role expectations for Jordan Poole.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 live in Vegas from Summer League and are joined by former Light Years producer Ben Cruz to discuss their expectations for the Warriors rookies, as well as who they think will be the better player between Wiseman and Kuminga.Later, Claudia Bellofatto joins the pod to discuss the Warriors title odds.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuGuest: Ben Cruz, Claudia BellofattoProducer: 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.