Light Years: A Golden State Warriors Pod

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.

Andy reacts to the Warriors first win in the Summer League and takes listener questions on Spotify Green Room.Host: 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 Summer League Game 1 on Spotify Green Room. What did we think of Kuminga and Moody? Later (17:05) we take your calls on the game, trades, and more!Hosts: 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 want to see from Kuminga and Moody at Las Vegas Summer League. Later (21:40) they take you questions. Fit questions? What Grade do you give Myers? Does Steph even want a co-star? What's the appropriate price for Ben Simmons?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 Andre Iguodala's return to the Warriors on the Spotify Green Room App. What does it mean, what role will he have? Later (18:40) they take your questions. Do the Warriors need another guard or another big?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 Jonathan Kuminga (3:23) and Moses Moody's (15:14) debut at the California Classic vs. the Miami Heat. Later (27:43) they discuss Eric Paschall being traded and what the Warriors should look for to round out the last few roster spots.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 signing a long term deal with GSW and what it means. Later (12:32) they discuss the Otto Porter and Nemanja Bjelica signings, and what they want GSW to do the remainder of free agency.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 reflect upon the Alen Smailagic era, (9:04) Joe Lacob's quotes to The Athletic's Anthony Slater and finally Free Agency Targets (30:45)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 newest Golden State Warriors, Jonathan Kuminga and Moses Moody. Can they help GSW next season? Are we surprised the Warriors did not make a trade? What are the Warriors doing? Later (20:50) we discuss some tax player mid-level options.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 the night before the draft to discuss what might happen. Will there be more trades than usual? Why does Toronto hold the keys to the whole thing? Later (18:45) we discuss our favorite Warrior Draft moments. Finally (25:32) we take your calls and 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 Team USA's disappointing play and being less than 48 hours from the draft (1:40). What we think of Josh Giddey and Giddey v. Bouknight v. Kuminga.Later (24:11) your questions.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim AnganMusic Provided by Uknowshino 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.

The Athletic's Sam Vecenie joins Sam and Andy to discuss all things draft. How likely are the Warriors to trade the picks? Kuminga or Bouknight? Moody or Giddey? Will Davion Mitchell be there at 14? Chris Duarte or Trey Murphy? And much much more.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuGuest: Sam VecenieProducer: Tim AnganMusic Provided by Uknowshino 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 rumor that the Warriors core players want them to trade for Bradley Beal. Is he the right player? What will they do with the picks?Later (23:41) we take your questions.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim AnganMusic provided by Uknowshino 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 Milwaukee Bucks championship, how it reminds them of the 2015 Warriors and how likable Giannis is. Later (19:29) we take your questions on if this changes how GSW builds their team, draft picks and Chris Paul.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim AnganMusic Provided by Uknowshino 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 KD's twitter interaction with Warrior fans. Later (12:15) the guys discuss the NBA draft and free agency with The Athletic's Anthony Slater. What prospects the Warriors might like, who the Warriors might target in free agency and more!Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuGuest: Anthony SlaterProducer: Tim AnganMusic Provided by Uknowshino 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 Esfandiari is joined by Aaron Larsuel to discuss pre-draft work outs, smokescreens and all things Warriors. We discuss the work out process and who the Warriors brought in (Davion Mitchell, Moses Moody, Kai Jones and Jalen Johnson). Later (30:50) we take your questions.Host: Sam EsfandiariGuest: Aaron LarsuelProducer: Tim AnganMusic Provided by Uknowshino 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 Ben Simmons trade rumors, will Paul George be available in trades and our thoughts on Team USA's poor start. Later (32:12) we take your questions on trades targets, the draft and more!Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim AnganMusic Provided by Uknowshino 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 Bleacher Report's lead draft analyst, Jonathan Wasserman to discuss all things draft.Will Detroit trade out of #1? Who of the top 6 is most likely to fall? James Bouknight or Franz Wagner? Who are sleepers at #14 & More!Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuGuest: Jonathan WassermanProducer: Tim AnganMusic Provided by Uknowshino 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 new coaching hires, Kenny Atkinson and Jama Mahlalela. What does this mean going forward? Later (16:55) they discuss Curry's comments at ACC Championship Golf Tournament.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim AnganMusic Provided by Uknowshino 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 recent Pascal Siakam trade rumors and Bleacher Report's latest mock draft. Later (28:35) we take your calls and questions via the GreenRoom App.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim AnganMusic Provided by Uknowshino 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 reminisce on Kevin Durant signing with GSW on July 4, 2016. What were they doing when it happened? What did it signify? What were their favorite KD moments?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 recent mock draft's projection of Davion Mitchell to GSW. Later (16:34) we take your calls including friend of the show, Grant Liffman of Warriors Outsiders!Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuGuest: Grant LiffmanProducer: Tim AnganMusic Provided by Uknowshino 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 Marcus Thompson to discuss the upcoming 2021 NBA Draft, can/should the Warriors trade up? Who are they recruiting? Thoughts (32:02) on Ben Simmons, Dame Lillard and more.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuGuest: Marcus ThompsonProducer: Tim AnganMusic Provided by Uknowshino 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.

The NBA is serious basketball, but sometimes, things get silly. Comedian Jamel Johnson regales you with short tales of hornswoggled hoops, bonkers ball, and naughty NBA shenanigans, then discusses what we’ve learned with comedy and basketball folks who watched or were there.Episode 1 is now available. Listen here. 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 NBA combine/draft season, the possibility of trading up to #1 and (8:35) would GSW pursue a shooter or a playmaker? Later (20:35) we take your questions on the draft and trades.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 Warriors getting the #7 and #14 pick live on Spotify GreenRoom App.Are they satisfied with the picks? Who do they think GSW will like? Later (18:05) we take your 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 reflect on a wild weekend of hoops. Is this a changing of the guard or a weird year? Who have been our favorite players/teams? Thoughts on the weekends game and what it means for GSW roster building. Later (28:29) the boys preview the NBA draft lottery. What superstitions do they have? Where do they want the pick to land? Is there any prospects they are enamored with?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 Mondo Sports' Miloš Jovanović. They discuss new Warriors assistant coach Dejan Milojevic. (1:28) Who he was as a player and as a coach.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuGuest: Miloš JovanovićProducer: Tim AnganCheck out the Mondo Podcast here. 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 KD's all time game 5 performance and All-NBA results. Later (14:13) we ask listeners where this ranks among KD's best games (is it better than Game 3 vs. Cleveland?!) + 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 back discussing the Suns playoff run and what the Warriors can learn.What has DeAndre Ayton done to take his next step? What should the Warriors look to do with Wiseman next year?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 success of Farhan Zaidi's Giants, how they are developing players, and what can the Warriors learn from the Giants.Later (21:58) we take your questions via the Locker Room 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 Jokic winning MVP, Steph finishing 3rd, our favorite Steph games from the season and later (25:19) your calls via the Locker Room 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 impressions from Nets-Bucks and Hawks-Sixers game ones, lessons the Warriors can take for team building.Later (21:45) they are join by the Instagram famous Real Corporate Bro to discuss Oracle nostalgia, Klay's IG shenanigans and Warrior fandom.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuGuest: Ross PomerantzProducer: 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 Steve Kerr's comments on coaching staff changes, if the Celtics situation is a warning signs for Warriors' future, Draymond's comments on Inside the NBA and more.Later (23:10) we take your questions via the Locker room 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 wild Nuggets-Blazers game, the state of the Lakers-Suns series and what we've learned the Warriors need to do next year to make noise in the playoffs. Later (22:15) we take your questions via the Locker Room 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 Esfandiari is joined by the GOAT pod's Andrew Sharp to discuss Warriors season and future. Front Office v. Ownership v. Coaching.(13:33) How much do they need from Klay? (29:04) How does Steph's season compare to other greats without a supporting cast? What should GSW do going forward and what to do with Wiseman?Host: Sam EsfandiariGuest: Andrew SharpProducer: 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 Locker Room app to discuss James Wiseman trade rumors, who they would and would not trade him for and what they are rooting for in the playoffs. Later (25:20) we take listener calls.Host: Andy Liu and Sam EsfandiariProducer: 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 Bob Myers and Steve Kerr's post-season press conference.Were they honest and are they moving in the right direction?Later (26:06) Sam and Andy grade Warriors brass and players on the season.Host: Andy Liu and Sam EsfandiariProducer: 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 Esfandiari and Aaron Larsuel discuss if this season was a success.(8:24) How many grown-ups do the Warriors need, (26:37) and what Warrior fans should watch for in the post season.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.