Light Years: A Golden State Warriors Pod

Sam and Andy discuss the meltdown at the end of the Hornet's game, Oubre's solid play and the Draymond conundrum. Later (21:17), we are joined by Temple of Hoop host Jason Maples to discuss a variety of topics. Whether GSW can win a first round match up, how they build around Draymond's current skillset, Lamelo v. Wiseman, if Wiseman (or any rookie) can fit Steph's timeline and what players GSW sh...

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Sam and Andy discuss the Warriors improbable win over the Miami Heat and take listener questions on the Locker Room App. Download the Locker Room app from the App Store to join the conversation! Host: Andy Liu & Sam Esfandiari Producer: Tim Angan   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information abou...

Sam and Andy discuss Draymond's post game quotes about player movement and hypocrisy of players requesting trades vs. teams making trades, was he right?   Later they discuss Draymond's recent play on the court and if he can continue to be an assist machine without scoring the ball. Host: Andy Liu & Sam Esfandiari Producer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoi...

Sam and Andy are joined by the GOAT Pod's Andrew Sharp. We discuss our impressions of the Nets, what Sharp thinks of this Warrior team and what have we learned about GSW management and coaching since 2019.  Later we discuss a potential Bradley Beal trade, what draws people to sports, what we can do to fix the NBA, Unanimous Steph vs 2021 Steph and where the '15-'16 Warriors rank among Sharp's favo...

Sam Esfandiari is joined by Aaron Larsuel to discuss the G-League Bubble Opener between the Walnut Creek Ignite and the Santa Cruz Warriors.  Our first impressions of the top prospects Jonathan Kuminga & Jalen Green, Jarrett Jack stories, whether Jordan Poole or Nico Mannion are ready for the NBA and who we've learned most about in Warriors Management this season. Host: Sam Esfandiari Guest: Aaron...

Live post game podcast on the LockerRoom App.  Sam and Andy give their thoughts on the Spurs game, the Warriors road trip and take live listener questions. Host: Andy Liu & Sam Esfandiari Producer: 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...

Sam and Andy are joined by Jonathan Wasserman to discuss the upcoming G League bubble and what the Warriors might do with the Wolves pick if it conveys, who the Warriors prefer among Jonathan Kuminga, Jalen Green, or Jalen Suggs and the players they might like if the pick convey's between 6 and 10. Later they discuss if the Warrior regret passing on LaMelo Ball and how good the Warriors are at sco...

Sam Esfandiari is joined by Aaron Larsuel to discuss the Warriors frustrating loss to Mavericks. The brilliance of Steph Curry and whether he should've played more minutes, if the Warriors are more interested in being an offensive or a defensive team, how much they need from Draymond, what we should expect from Oubre and Wiggins and how Wiseman fits with Draymond going forward. Host: Andy Liu & Sa...

Sam and Andy discuss the Warriors destroying Dallas with small ball. A peak Draymond at 5 performance and how that makes us feel about the Wiseman pick.  Later they're joined by the Stepback Mavs Podcast to discuss how much a mess the Mavs are, thoughts on the game in detail, outsider opinions on Steph Curry and James Wiseman and what is going on with Kristaps Porzingis. Host: Andy Liu & Sam Esfan...

Sam and Andy react to the Warriors-Celtics game, the frustrations with Kelly Oubre, how special Steph is, how we feel about Draymond's game and how roster building led to the loss and Steph's future. Host: Andy Liu & Sam Esfandiari Producer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information a...

Sam and Andy are joined by the Daily Ding's Dave DuFour to discuss Rodney McGruder-gate and what really motivates the criticism of Klay and Draymond's comments. Later they discuss the Warriors thru 20 games, if they are where we expected, where they are headed, Wiseman's development, the trade deadline and whether the Warriors are aggressive or conservative with trades/roster moves. Host: Andy Liu...

Sam and Andy discuss the frustrating loss to Phoenix, the confusing offense and what they're trying to do with Oubre and Draymond. Later they discuss the recent trade rumors, Oubre for Lonzo Ball and the Bradley Beal sweepstakes. Host: Andy Liu & Sam Esfandiari Producer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm...

Sam and Andy are joined by NBCSN Bay Area's Bonta Hill. They discuss Warrior fan expectations, similarities between Steve Kerr and Kyle Shanahan, Wiseman moved to the bench, Oubre's lost role and potential trade. Later on, we answer listener questions such as: What would Bonta Hill do as a GM? What do the Warriors need to do to get Steph to sign an extension? Host: Andy Liu & Sam Esfandiari Guest:...

Sam and Andy discuss the starting lineup woes and stubbornness contributing to it, whether the Warriors should make a lineup change and who is most at fault for this. Later on they discuss the Wolves pick, Steph passing Reggie Miller and answer some mailbag questions. Host: Andy Liu & Sam Esfandiari Producer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by...

Sam is joined by Aaron Larsuel to discuss the Warriors sub-par night vs the Knicks, poor officiating and the Draymond ejection. Later on, they dig into lineup data suggesting the starting 5 is a problem and what can potentially be done. Finally they discuss Wiseman's development and what to hope for from him for rest of season. Host: Andy Liu & Sam Esfandiari Guest: Aaron Larsuel Producer: Tim Ang...

Sam and Andy discuss Warriors win over the Spurs, Steph and Draymond setting the tone, Wiseman in the dunkers spot, and later they discuss Kerr's comments on the starting lineup and team development patterns. Host: Andy Liu & Sam Esfandiari Producer: Tim Angan Thanks to our sponsor Action Network . Sign up today and use our promo code "LIGHTYEARS" to received 50% off an annual PRO subscription. Le...

Sam and Andy are back to discuss the Warriors win over the Lakers, Oubre's coming out party, Steph hesitation, our thoughts on lineups, rotations and other game to game trends. Plus ex-players weird tweets and your questions. Host: Andy Liu & Sam Esfandiari Producer: Tim Angan Thanks to this weeks sponsor Action Network . Sign up at today and use our promo code " LIGHTYEARS" to receive 50% off an...

Sam and Andy discuss the Warriors starting lineup woes, the lack of shooting, Wiseman's role and how much is on coaching vs. front office. Later we discuss our memories of the Warriors/Harden rivalry and our thoughts on Harden to the Nets. Finally we answer a couple of your questions. Submit your Blue Wire Hustle application here: http://bwhustle.com/join Host: Andy Liu & Sam Esfandiari Producer:...

Sam and Andy discuss the loss to Indiana, how teams are defending Steph, if Draymond is making a run for DPOY and our overall thoughts on the 4-3 homestand. Later they are joined by Trysta Krick from the This League Podcast to discuss where and why the Steph Slander comes from. Submit your Blue Wire Hustle application here: http://bwhustle.com/join Host: Andy Liu & Sam Esfandiari Special Guest: Tr...

Sam and Andy discuss the Warriors escaping Toronto, the starting lineup vs. back up lineups, what to do with Kelly Oubre's struggles and take your questions. Submit your Blue Wire Hustle application here: http://bwhustle.com/join Host: Andy Liu  & Sam Esfandiari Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for in...

Sam Esfandiari is joined by Aaron Larsuel to discuss the Warriors win over the Clippers, what the best lineup combos with Steph are, Oubre's role going forward, what's wrong with LAC and where the Warriors go from here. Submit your Blue Wire Hustle application here: http://bwhustle.com/join Host: Sam Esfandiari & Andy Liu Special Guest: Aaron Larsuel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcast...

Sam and Andy discuss the Warriors loss to the Clippers. What Steph needs to do to get going, where James Wiseman fits into the Warriors closing lineups, Draymond's impact and what to expect friday in the back half of the baseball series. Submit your Blue Wire Hustle application here: http://bwhustle.com/join Host: Andy Liu  & Saam Esfandiari Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.c...

Sam and Andy are joined by Jason Maples to discuss Steph Curry's 62 point performance, the Curry discourse, the Warriors outlook going forward and your questions. Submit your Blue Wire Hustle application here: http://bwhustle.com/join Host: Andy Liu & Sam Esfandiari Special Guest: Jason Maples Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz com...

Andy Liu and Saam Esfandiari help start the new year by giving you a free preview of Light Years Premium.  In this Premium snippet, Andy and Saam answer a few mailbag questions about James Wiseman's future and trade value. Subscribe to Light Years Premium for the full episode and more exclusive content! Submit your Blue Wire Hustle application here: http://bwhustle.com/join Thanks to our friends o...