Light Years: A Golden State Warriors Pod

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Warriors Big Win v Suns: Kuminga Break Out Dec 29, 2024

Show notes

Sam and Andy discuss the Warriors big win vs. Phoenix. The big closing lineup and Kuminga specifically. Next (16:10) they discuss how bad the team needed the win. Finally (35:30) they reflected on the Mike Brown firing.

Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy Liu

Producer: Donald Paz

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Xmas Day Recap: PAIN Dec 26, 2024

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Sam and Tommy discuss painful loss to Lakers. How it’s a perfect example of last 3 years and why franchise how’s it to Steph to do better. Next (17:53) they are joined by Laker Fan, Daman to discuss similarities between Laker and Warrior mediocrity. Finally (33:25) they both give their Xmas fixes for NBA AND discuss if they’d do all in for Jimmy.

Host: Sam Esfandiari and Tommy Gunn

Producer: Donald Paz

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Warriors v Pacers Post Game: Airing of Grievances Dec 24, 2024

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Sam and Tommy discuss a frustrating loss to the Pacers and Steph looking older. Is there anything the team can do to help this? Next (17:13) we discuss Steve Kerr’s comments on Jonathan Kuminga and Kuminga’s response, (27:00) Dennis Schröder’s play through 3 games and finally (34:01) an airing of grievances.

Host: Sam Esfandiari and Tommy Gunn

Producer: Donald Paz

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Warriors v T-Wolves: Post Game Reaction, Steph’s Narrative, NBA Ratings Decline, and the Rise of Kuminga Dec 22, 2024

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Sam and Andy discuss Steph saving the day and how the narrative on him is wrong. Next (07:47) they discuss true reason NBA ratings are down. Later (13:45) They discuss how Dennis Schröder was key to unlocking Podz and TJD. Finally (33:15) they discuss Kuminga's positive impact and double speak of his role.

Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy Liu

Producer: Donald Paz

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Warriors v. Grizzlies Post Game: Dennis Schroder Debut Dec 20, 2024

Show notes

Sam and Andy recap an embarrassing Warriors 51 point blow out loss to the Grizzlies. They discuss Steph having one of the worst games of his career, is he washed?

(17:50) They assess whether the team's shortcomings stem from Steve Kerr’s inability to develop young players or decisions made by the front office. (29:57) Later they examine the betting odds suggesting the Warriors are the favorite to sign Jimmy Butler and look into (38:09) Michael Porter Jr. or (42:47) Nikola Vucevic to GSW?

Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy Liu

Producer: Tim Angan

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Warriors Trade For Dennis Schroder + Mavs Post Game Dec 16, 2024

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Sam and Tommy discuss the Warriors trading for Dennis Schroder and how he can have an immediate impact.

(32:21) Later they recap the loss to the Mavs, discuss the teams defensive issues and Podz.

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Warriors v. Rockets NBA Cup Post game Dec 12, 2024

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Sam and Tommy recap a frustrating loss to the Houston Rockets. They discuss the Warrior's ongoing inability to generate offensive to close out games. (17:09) They react to Steve Kerr's quote on the late foul call and (20:28) analyze Kuminga and (25:29) Podz's struggles. (34:46) Later they envision the possibilities with Jimmy Butler on the Warriors and more.

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Shams Charania Links Warriors to Jimmy Butler, Cam Johnson & More Dec 11, 2024

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Sam is joined by Aaron Larsuel to discuss Shams Charania's trade rumors for the Warriors. They breakdown what it would take to acquire Jimmy Butler — would the Warriors be willing to part ways with Wiggins? (23:25) Later they discuss links with the Brooklyn Nets — Cam Johnson, Dennis Schröder and Dorian Finney-Smith.

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Warriors v. T-Wolves Post Game Dec 09, 2024

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Sam and Tommy recap the Warriors win over the Timberwolves. They discuss Draymond's ongoing beef with Gobert, Buddy Hield finding his shot, and compare the shooting percentages from the beginning of the season until now. (15:01) Later they analyze the team declaring Kuminga as a starter while moving Draymond to the bench, (36:30) Podz's sophomore slump, (52:05) the NBA Cup and more.

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Warriors v. Rockets Post Game: Losing Streak Snapped Dec 06, 2024

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Sam and Tommy recap the Warriors snapping their five game losing streak and beating the Houston Rockets. They discuss Jonathan Kuminga's career night and the trajectory of his season. (19:24) Later they analyze Podz's performance following Kerr's postgame comments, (27:15) Andrew Wiggins' renewed confidence in his shooting and more.

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