Light Years: A Golden State Warriors Pod

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Jun 14, 2025 • 55min

Warriors Off-Season Mailbag Pt. 2

Sam and Andy are back for part two to answer your mailbag questions.2:50 - What players would you trade Jimmy/Draymond for beyond Giannis?9:21 - Which young guy will take most significant leap next year?17:19 - Stretch 5's other than Brook Lopez who can help Kuminga23:07 - Moses Moody is still the prototypical 3&D Wing28:55 - Is all the Kuminga coming back posturing to gin up a trade market?36:21 - Should the Warriors sell high on Podz?41:50 - What is Draymond trade value?49:12 - How Light Years plays ballHost: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim AnganSpecial Thanks To Our Sponsors:🎯 PrizePicks: Daily fantasy sports made easy! Get started with a $50 bonus when you deposit $5 using promo code LIGHTYEARS at PrizePicks.com⛳️ PXG: Golf club innovation unboxed. Save up to 20% off your first order at PXG.com/lightyears🌿 Viia: Use code LIGHTYEARS at checkout for 15% off your order and receive a free gift of your choice after purchase. Take control of your wellness journey today! MUST be 21+ https://bit.ly/viialightyears Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Jun 13, 2025 • 58min

Warriors Off-Season Mailbag Pt. 1

Sam and Tommy answer your mailbag questions. First they discuss what they think is the Warriors biggest offseason positional need.16:55 - The Versatility Era21:45 - Will Kuminga conform?30:45 - Is Lacob on his Jerry Jones arc?32:22 - Kuminga as the Livingston in hybrid offense.39:37 - Trey Lyles and the barren vet min options.45:41 - Lauri Markannen, Trey Murphy on the table??Host: Sam Esfandiari and Tommy GunnProducer: Tim AnganSpecial Thanks To Our Sponsors:🎯 PrizePicks: Daily fantasy sports made easy! Get started with a $50 bonus when you deposit $5 using promo code LIGHTYEARS at PrizePicks.com🌿 Viia: Use code LIGHTYEARS at checkout for 15% off your order and receive a free gift of your choice after purchase. Take control of your wellness journey today! MUST be 21+ https://bit.ly/viialightyears🩳 Skims: The next generation of underwear, loungewear and shapewear. Go to https://skims.com/lightyears to receive a discount on your first order. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Jun 10, 2025 • 44min

The Case for the Warriors to Run it Back

Sam and Tommy jump back into more offseason talk with a topic that feels increasingly likely — what if the Warriors just run it back? First, they discuss the most important type of player they need to target if the main core of the roster is back. (16:56) Next, they talk about the workability of the Kuminga situation and if it’s possible to salvage if he returns. (36:05) Finally, they give odds on the likelihood of Kuminga returning and what tier of team the Warriors are if he does.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Tommy GunnProducer: Tim AnganSpecial Thanks To Our Sponsors:🎯 PrizePicks: Daily fantasy sports made easy! Get started with a $50 bonus when you deposit $5 using promo code LIGHTYEARS at PrizePicks.com🌿 Viia: Use code LIGHTYEARS at checkout for 15% off your order and receive a free gift of your choice after purchase. Take control of your wellness journey today! MUST be 21+ https://bit.ly/viialightyears🩳 Skims: The next generation of underwear, loungewear and shapewear. Go to https://skims.com/lightyears to receive a discount on your first order.Lucy: A tobacco free nicotine routine that you could feel good about. Go to Lucy.co/Lightyears and use promo code LIGHTYEARS to receive 20% of your first order. Must be 21+ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Jun 7, 2025 • 54min

Under the Radar Trade Targets for the Warriors

Sam and Tommy are back to find the “Next Andrew Wiggins” — But first, they jump into some quick Pacers talk and how it relates the current Warriors offseason. (11:28) Then they talk about the fit of RJ Barrett and (21:04) Keegan Murray on next years Warriors team. (29:03) Next, they debate whether Kristaps Porzingis injury history is worth the risk, and (34:46) if Keldon Johnson is actually good at basketball. (41:49) Finally, they decide if Miles Bridges is worth the hassle and (47:42) debate if Collin Sexton can be a perfect 6th man.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Tommy GunnProducer: Tim AnganSpecial Thanks To Our Sponsors:🎯 PrizePicks: Daily fantasy sports made easy! Get started with a $50 bonus when you deposit $5 using promo code LIGHTYEARS at PrizePicks.com🗄️ LinkedIn: The world’s largest professional network. Go to LinkedIn.com/Lightyears to post a job for free.🩳 Skims: The next generation of underwear, loungewear and shapewear. Go to https://skims.com/lightyears to receive a discount on your first order.⛳️ PXG: Golf club innovation unboxed. Save up to 20% off your first order at PXG.com/lightyears Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Jun 6, 2025 • 53min

Stretch 5 Options

Sam and Andy discuss why the stretch 5 is so important and break down the options. (12:26) Myles Turner, (20:03) Kristaps Porzingis, (32:54) Brook Lopez, (39:55) Cam Johnson and (46:48) Naz Reid.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim AnganSpecial Thanks To Our Sponsors:🎯 PrizePicks: Daily fantasy sports made easy! Get started with a $50 bonus when you deposit $5 using promo code LIGHTYEARS at PrizePicks.com⛳️ PXG: Golf club innovation unboxed. Save up to 20% off your first order at PXG.com/lightyears🩳 Skims: The next generation of underwear, loungewear and shapewear. Go to https://skims.com/lightyears to receive a discount on your first order.🗄️ LinkedIn: The world’s largest professional network. Go to LinkedIn.com/Lightyears to post a job for free.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Jun 2, 2025 • 1h 6min

Trey Murphy, Naz Reid and Free Agency Fever!

Sam and Andy discuss the upcoming NBA free agency. They evaluate the Warriors’ asset package compared to the rest of the league. (10:58) Next, the discuss if the Warriors have enough to trade for Trey Murphy. (20:13) Later they discuss the possibility of the Warriors signing Naz Reid — how good would he be as a starting center in the Warriors lineup?(48:20) Lastly they preview the Thunder-Pacers finals matchup.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim AnganSpecial Thanks To Our Sponsors:🎯 PrizePicks: Daily fantasy sports made easy! Get started with a $50 bonus when you deposit $5 using promo code LIGHTYEARS at PrizePicks.com🗄️ LinkedIn: The world’s largest professional network. Go to LinkedIn.com/Lightyears to post a job for free.🌿 Viia: Use code LIGHTYEARS at checkout for 15% off your order and receive a free gift of your choice after purchase. Take control of your wellness journey today! MUST be 21+ https://bit.ly/viialightyears⛳️ PXG: Golf club innovation unboxed. Save up to 20% off your first order at PXG.com/lightyears Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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May 30, 2025 • 45min

Are the Thunder the New Warriors + Crazy Summer

Sam and Tommy discuss the young OKC Thunder and their similarities to the 2015 Warriors. Are they the next great dynasty? (16:40) Do the Warriors have a shot to dethrone them next year? (27:31) Lastly they discuss Shams saying this will be craziest offseason ever. What does that mean? Who might be on the move?Host: Sam Esfandiari and Tommy GunnProducer: Tim AnganSpecial Thanks To Our Sponsors:🎯 PrizePicks: Daily fantasy sports made easy! Get started with a $50 bonus when you deposit $5 using promo code LIGHTYEARS at PrizePicks.com💪 BodySpec: Unlock Your Health Insights with BodySpec! for just $45 using promo code LIGHTYEARS45. Discover detailed data about your body composition, bone density, and more. Don’t miss this exclusive offer: http://bodyspec.sjv.io/QyRgZa Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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May 28, 2025 • 53min

Playoff Thoughts + Steve Kerr’s Podcast Tour

Sam and Andy discuss thought on the playoffs and if it changes our perspective of what Warriors need this offseason. Next (24:39) they discuss the Steve Kerr Podcast tour. Are you surprised by his quotes? What do they mean? Lastly (40:46) we explore Kuminga sign and trade targets.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim AnganSpecial Thanks To Our Sponsors:🎯 PrizePicks: Daily fantasy sports made easy! Get started with a $50 bonus when you deposit $5 using promo code LIGHTYEARS at PrizePicks.com  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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May 23, 2025 • 47min

Trade Targets Under 20M

It’s the offseason, so Sam and Tommy are here to talk potential trade targets. They start with discussing the Pacers incredible win in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals and how that relates to the Warriors offseason. (7:35) Then, they jump into trade targets who currently make under 20M and fit the current Warriors financial situation. (42:45) Lastly, they explore one dream trade scenario (it’s NOT Giannis)Host: Sam Esfandiari and Tommy GunnProducer: Tim AnganSpecial Thanks To Our Sponsors:🎯 PrizePicks: Daily fantasy sports made easy! Get started with a $50 bonus when you deposit $5 using promo code LIGHTYEARS at PrizePicks.com📈 Hall Of Fame: A sports betting analytics platform with a focus on parlay analytics for SGP and SGP+ bets. Use promo code LIGHTYEARS to receive 50% off your first month subscription. https://hofbets.com🌿 Viia: Use code LIGHTYEARS at checkout for 15% off your order and receive a free gift of your choice after purchase. Take control of your wellness journey today! MUST be 21+ https://bit.ly/viialightyears Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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May 21, 2025 • 57min

Warriors Biggest Needs

Sam and Andy dive into the offseason biggest needs — trade Jimmy or Draymond or keep them and build around the big 3? (19:53) Next they discuss if they do keep them, what type of players they should they prioritize? (39:21) Finally some conference finals talk. Who are we rooting for?Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim AnganSpecial Thanks To Our Sponsors:🎯 PrizePicks: Daily fantasy sports made easy! Get started with a $50 bonus when you deposit $5 using promo code LIGHTYEARS at PrizePicks.com📈 Hall Of Fame Bets: A sports betting analytics platform with a focus on parlay analytics for SGP and SGP+ bets. Use promo code LIGHTYEARS to receive 50% off your first month subscription. https://hofbets.com🌿 Viia: Use code LIGHTYEARS at checkout for 15% off your order and receive a free gift of your choice after purchase. Take control of your wellness journey today! MUST be 21+ https://bit.ly/viialightyears Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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