Light Years: A Golden State Warriors Pod

Sam and Tommy recap the Warriors lose to the Cavs. Was this more of a GSW no show or Cleveland being a bad match up? They discuss how this game reinforces the need for a second option, (18:02) where this Cavs team ranks among the top teams in the East, (24:28) Steph and Draymond looking old. (32:50) Later they wrap up the show with sharing their favorite moments of Warriors-Cavs rivalry. Host: Sam Esfandiari and Tommy GunnProducer: Tim AnganPRIZE PICKS: Use code LIGHTYEARS for $50 match on $5 depositGet a Bodyspec DEXA Scan for only $45 with promo code LIGHTYEARS45: http://bodyspec.sjv.io/QyRgZa  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 for advertising.

Sam and Andy recap a big Warriors road win against the Celtics. They analyze what makes this team special through the first 8 games and (18:13) discuss if they buy them as contenders. (28:58) Later they highlight some key role players (GP2, Kevon Looney, Kyle Anderson, Buddy Hield).Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim AnganPRIZE PICKS: Use code LIGHTYEARS for $50 match on $5 depositGet a Bodyspec DEXA Scan for only $45 with promo code LIGHTYEARS45: http://bodyspec.sjv.io/QyRgZa  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 for advertising.

Andy and Tommy recap the Warriors win against the Wizards. They discuss Draymond being aggressive on offense and thoughts on Jordan Poole. (15:40) Later they discuss Steph pacing himself and how the team is built for sustainability.(24:01) They wrap it up with discussing Kuminga settling into the season plus (33:25) Jonas Valanciunas and Kyle Kuzma being potential trade targets for the Warriors and more.Host: Andy Liu and Tommy GunnProducer: Tim AnganPRIZE PICKS: Use code LIGHTYEARS for $50 match on $5 depositGet a Bodyspec DEXA Scan for only $45 with promo code LIGHTYEARS45: http://bodyspec.sjv.io/QyRgZa  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 for advertising.

Sam and Andy react to a hard fought Warriors road win against the Rockets. They discuss if this can be a defining game for this team, was it more impressive that they were able to win despite choking a big lead?(18:16) Later they analyze Steve Kerr’s quote on the team’s defense, explore where this team's ceiling is, (30:50) Draymond’s quote on Kuminga and more.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim AnganPRIZE PICKS: Use code LIGHTYEARS for $50 match on $5 depositGet a Bodyspec DEXA Scan for only $45 with promo code LIGHTYEARS45: http://bodyspec.sjv.io/QyRgZa  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 for advertising.

Sam and Andy discuss the Warriors’ back-to-back sweep of the Pelicans and the value of a hot start. (6:33) Then they discuss Steve Kerr entering his Spoelstra redemption arc and if Kuminga is better off the bench. (25:17) Then wrap up with how the Western Conference is shaping up to start the season.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim AnganPRIZE PICKS: Use code LIGHTYEARS for $50 match on $5 depositGet a Bodyspec DEXA Scan for only $45 with promo code LIGHTYEARS45: http://bodyspec.sjv.io/QyRgZa  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 for advertising.

Sam and Tommy discuss the Warriors comeback win against the Pelicans, Lindy Waters III breakout performance and their favorite lineup combinations in the game. (25:46) Later they discuss Jonathan Kuminga coming off the bench, Buddy Hield and more. Host: Sam Esfandiari and Tommy GunnProducer: Tim Angan  PRIZE PICKS: Use code LIGHTYEARS for $50 match on $5 depositGet a Bodyspec DEXA Scan for only $45 with promo code LIGHTYEARS45: http://bodyspec.sjv.io/QyRgZa  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 for advertising.

Sam and Andy react to the Warriors losing their home opener and Steph Curry spraining his ankle. (18:12) They discuss what lineup combinations they want to see while Steph is out, if this can help Kuminga and Podz to step up and (27:28) later discuss Andrew Wiggins having a resurgent season and more.  Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim AnganPRIZE PICKS: Use code LIGHTYEARS for $50 match on $5 depositGet a Bodyspec DEXA Scan for only $45 with promo code LIGHTYEARS45: http://bodyspec.sjv.io/QyRgZa  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 for advertising.

Sam and Andy react to the Warriors win against the Jazz. They discuss the players appearing to be bought in, the starting lineup continuing to have issues and give a defense for Jonathan Kuminga. (21:28) Aaron Lau joins the pod to show love for Dunleavy and later they discuss the Warriors having too much depth.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: 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 for advertising.

Sam and Andy discuss the Warriors season opening win against Portland, Buddy Hield's and Andrew Wiggins' impressive performances and Podz's impact on the game despite not scoring. (20:58) Later they examine Kerr's starting five, Kuminga's role within the lineup and how to maximize his skill set.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: 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 for advertising.

For hour two of the season preview, Sam and Andy are joined by KRON 4’s Jason Dumas to project where the Warriors rank amongst the rest of the league. They discuss what an overachieving Warriors team could look like and more.Later Tommy joins the to talk potential opening night starting lineups, Kuminga not signing an extension and if he can take another leap. Lastly they take calls from the goons, explore a potential Jimmy Butler trade and give their predictions for the season. Host: Sam Esfandiari, Andy Liu, Tommy GunnGuest: Jason DumasProducer: 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 for advertising.