Light Years: A Golden State Warriors Pod

Sam and Andy discuss the upcoming Warriors training camp in Hawaii. What do we want to hear out of camp? (12:55) Who will be the surprise of training camp? (20:11) Between De'Anthony Melton, Kyle Anderson and Buddy Hield, who will be the most impactful? (28:38) Later they discuss Niners football. Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy Liu Producer: Tim Angan Complete the survey for a chance to receive a $500 gift card - bluewirepods.com/survey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam is joined by Tommy Gunn to discuss Steph Curry signing a one year extension. What does it signify? (18:51) Later they discuss the importance of Podz's development. Host: Sam Esfandiari Guest: Tommy Gunn Producer: Tim Angan Go to PrizePicks.com and use code Lightyears for a deposit match of $100 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam and Andy react to Steve Kerr speaking at the DNC. They discuss Steph's Team USA IG bromance and whether he will play with LeBron and KD. Which team it would be? (22:55) Later they discuss if the Warriors can take a leap next season. Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy Liu Producer: Tim Angan Go to PrizePicks.com and use code Lightyears for a deposit match of $100 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam and Andy breakdown the 24-25 Warriors schedule. They discuss why the first 10 games matter and (10:10) signs that would indicate that Kuminga has taken a leap. (19:09) Later they discuss who’s most likely to have successful start to season: Kuminga. Podz, Wiggins or Draymond. (22:20) National TV games and (27:45) Klay’s return. Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy Liu Producer: Tim Angan Go to PrizePicks.com and use code Lightyears for a deposit match of $100 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam discusses Jonathan Kuminga and why he'll be the Warriors second leading scorer, (15:59) where he needs to improve offensively and defensively to get to the next level. (23:30) Later his predictions for Kuminga and how his season will play out. Host: Sam Esfandiari Producer: Tim Angan Go to PrizePicks.com and use code Lightyears for a deposit match of $100 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam is joined by Daniel Hardee from DubNationHQ to discuss an all time Steph performance to win the gold medal, should he have been the Olympic MVP? (21:37) Later they discuss the Warriors' offseason and (36:10) should they sign Guerschon Yabusele? Host: Sam Esfandiari Guest: Daniel Hardee Producer: Tim Angan Go to PrizePicks.com and use code Lightyears for a deposit match of $100 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam and Andy react to Team USA and Steph's performance against Serbia. (14:50) They discuss Steph, KD, and LeBron's amazing career defining 4th quarter. Later (21:44) the Warriors offseason and a potential Warriors-Bucks trade centered around Khris Middleton. Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy Liu Producer: Tim Angan Go to PrizePicks.com and use code Lightyears for a deposit match of $100 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam and Andy react to the Warriors missing on Lauri Markkanen. Do you blame them for not meeting the asking price? (19:51) Are Steph and Draymond actually excited about this roster? Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy Liu Producer: Tim Angan Go to PrizePicks.com and use code Lightyears for a deposit match of $100 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam and Andy discuss the latest on Lauri Markannen. Where the Warriors stand and why we aren’t discussing Lauri’s side. Plus (27:41) goon calls. Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy Liu Producer: Tim Angan Go to PrizePicks.com and use code Lightyears for a deposit match of $100 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam and Andy are joined by KNBR’s John Dickinson to discuss the prospects of a Lauri trade. What are his thoughts on young players and why the Warriors need to strike now to avoid being like the San Francisco Giants. Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy Liu Guest: John Dickinson Producer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam and Andy breakdown Team USA's performance. Should we be worried about Steph’s slump? (15:13) They discuss Steph and KD rekindling their magic. (30:50) Later they discuss more Lauri Markkanen rumors. Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy Liu Producer: Tim Angan Go to PrizePicks.com and use code Lightyears for a deposit match of $100 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam is joined by KRON 4's Jason Dumas to discuss Team USA v. Serbia. (16:13) They discuss whether you would you rather trade for KD or Lauri Markkanen? (29:37) Later they discuss what to make of Steph's bottom feeder comments. Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy Liu Guest: Jason Dumas Producer: Tim Angan Go to PrizePicks.com and use code Lightyears for a deposit match of $100 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam and Andy discuss updates on Lauri Markkanen. What trade did Draymond reject? (22:03) They discuss what the Warriors backup plan could be if the Lauri trade doesn’t happen. (34:30) Later they discuss whether Andrew Wiggins will be on GSW next season. Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy Liu Producer: Tim Angan Go to PrizePicks.com and use code Lightyears for a deposit match of $100 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam and Andy discuss Steve Kerr's performance as head coach for Team USA, (5:40) what should he do to improve lineups, (19:58) are you concerned with Kerr coaching GSW next year? (22:30) Later they discuss the Warriors summer league team and players who stood out and finally (30:02) more Lauri Markkanen updates. Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy Liu Producer: Tim Angan Go to PrizePicks.com and use code Lightyears for a deposit match of $100 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam discusses Joe Lacob's comments about Podz, their analytical trade process and how past draft failures informed their new data driven approach. Later (18:10) Sam discusses his ideal starting lineup for Team USA and (22:46) the remaining available free agents who might fit GSW. Host: Sam Esfandiari Producer: Tim Angan Go to PrizePicks.com and use code Lightyears for a deposit match of $100 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam discusses Lauri Markannen rumors and the Utah Jazz wanting Podz. (16:33) If the Warriors traded Podz what does that mean for Kuminga? Host: Sam Esfandiari Producer: Tim Angan Go to PrizePicks.com and use code Lightyears for a deposit match of $100 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam and Andy discuss the Warrior's summer league. Is this the best team they've assemble for summer league? (15:15) They discuss how the team has recently approached free agency and roster construction and later (23:07) more Lauri Markkanen updates. Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy Liu Producer: Tim Angan Go to PrizePicks.com and use code Lightyears for a deposit match of $100 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam and Andy discuss their early impressions of Team USA and the Steph/LeBron pairing. Do they need to make lineup changes? (19:49) They discuss the California Classic and what we think Podz is working on in Summer League. (33:40) Later we take calls from the goons. Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy Liu Producer: Tim Angan Go to PrizePicks.com and use code Lightyears for a deposit match of $100 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam is joined by Bleacher Reports's Andy Bailey to discuss everything Lauri Markkanen. (3:50) How would he fit with the Warriors? (18:43) Will Utah actually trade him and what would they want in return? Host: Sam Esfandiari Guest: Andy Bailey Producer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam and Andy discuss the stagnant trade market and how it's impacting teams across the league. (24:06) Later, they react to Steph speaking about Klay being traded and (26:40) whether he'll be a Warrior for life. Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy Liu Producer: Tim Angan Go to PrizePicks.com and use code Lightyears for a deposit match of $100 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices