Light Years: A Golden State Warriors Pod

Sam and Andy discuss the Warrior's summer league. Is this the best team they've assemble for summer league? (15:15) They discuss how the team has recently approached free agency and roster construction and later (23:07) more Lauri Markkanen updates.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim AnganGo to PrizePicks.com and use code Lightyears for a deposit match of $100 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 their early impressions of Team USA and the Steph/LeBron pairing. Do they need to make lineup changes? (19:49) They discuss the California Classic and what we think Podz is working on in Summer League. (33:40) Later we take calls from the goons.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim AnganGo to PrizePicks.com and use code Lightyears for a deposit match of $100 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.

Sports analyst Andy Bailey joins the host to discuss Lauri Markkanen's fit with the Warriors, potential trade scenarios, and the impact on the team. They explore Markkanen's strengths, defensive capabilities, and the risks involved in making roster changes for playoff success.

Sam and Andy discuss the stagnant trade market and how it's impacting teams across the league. (24:06) Later, they react to Steph speaking about Klay being traded and (26:40) whether he'll be a Warrior for life.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim AnganGo to PrizePicks.com and use code Lightyears for a deposit match of $100 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 discusses the Kings acquiring Demar DeRozan. Should Warriors have gone for DeRozan? (8:05) What the DeRozan trade says about Lauri Markannen, (17:47) Why the Mikal Bridges trade matters regarding Lauri Markannen, (23:34) How Lauri would help Kuminga, and lastly (27:02) Team USA starting lineup predictions.Host: Sam EsfandiariProducer: Tim AnganGo to PrizePicks.com and use code Lightyears for a deposit match of $100 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 Buddy Hield trade, Warriors' Front Office creativity, and potential Lauri Markkanen trade. How long to wait on Lauri deal before pivoting?

Sam and Andy discuss the Buddy Hield sign & trade, Terry Stotts and Jerry Stackhouse coaching hires. They analyze the new ESPN article on Klay Thompson and Lauri Markkanen potential acquisition by the Warriors.

Warriors bid farewell to Klay Thompson, potential trade offer for Paul George discussed. Reaction to Warriors signing Kyle Anderson.

Reacting to Klay's move to the Mavs, De'Anthony Melton joining the Warriors, and speculations about trading for Lauri Markkanen. Delving into team strategy, financial moves, and potential trade scenarios for the Golden State Warriors. Analyzing the impact of new players on team dynamics, defense, and potential performance.

Sam and Andy react to an ugly first day of free agency for the Warriors and (24:07) take calls from the goons.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim AnganGo to PrizePicks.com and use code Lightyears for a deposit match of $100 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.