Light Years: A Golden State Warriors Pod

Latest Episodes:

#StephBetter: Curry Saves America + Offseason Musings Aug 09, 2024

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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

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Warriors Lose Lauri Sweepstakes: Where Do They Go From Here? Aug 08, 2024

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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

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Lauri Watch Day 36 Aug 06, 2024

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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

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Lauri Watch Day 32 feat. JD John Dickinson Aug 02, 2024

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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

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Steph Struggles with Team USA + KD & Steph Rekindle Magic and Lauri Markkanen Rumors Aug 01, 2024

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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

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Team USA Olympic Opener, Lauri or KD and Steph’s Comments Jul 28, 2024

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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

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Did Draymond Reject Lauri to Warriors Trade? What is GSW’s Back Up Plan? Jul 27, 2024

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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

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Is Steve Kerr The Right Person To Coach Team USA? Jul 23, 2024

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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

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What Joe Lacob's Latest Comments Tell Us About the Warriors' Future Jul 21, 2024

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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

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Lauri for Podz or Kuminga?! Jul 17, 2024

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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

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