

Light Years: A Golden State Warriors Pod
Blue Wire
Light Years is dedicated to talking Golden State Warriors Basketball, the NBA, and everything else -- hosted by experts Saam Esfandiari, Andy Liu, and Tommy Gunn.
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Jun 30, 2023 • 49min
Pre-Free Agency Mayhem, The Match and More
Sam and Andy chat the day before free agency opens. Was Draymond Green’s appearance with Curry and Klay at The Match a sign he’s definitely returning?(13:15) Then they discuss the James Harden rumors and predict where other big names might land. (26:12) Later they discuss what players might move and where.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.

Jun 28, 2023 • 36min
Front Court Free Agency Options + CP3 Starting?!
Sam and Andy discuss Draymond’s options and (7:18) front court free agency options. Finally (21:51) they discuss the rumors that CP3 might start.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.

Jun 26, 2023 • 41min
Podz, Dray and Trades?
Sam and Andy are joined by Dean of Dean on Draft to discuss the Warriors’ draft strategy. What does he think of Brandon Podziemski and Trayce Jackson-Davis? (21:04) Later they explore Draymond Green’s free agency market and finally (32:38) the possibility of a Karl Anthony-Towns trade.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuGuest: DeanProducer: 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.

Jun 23, 2023 • 59min
CP3 & The Draft
Sam and Andy discuss the Warriors acquisition of Chris Paul. Our Feelings. Is this the best they could have done? Next (31:42) we discuss the drafting of Brandin Podziemski. Finally (45:06) we take your calls on both!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.

Jun 22, 2023 • 36min
Draft Day Eve
Sam and Andy discuss the Warriors draft philosophy. Does Porzingis being potentially moved changed things? Next (12:28) Jake Fischer of Yahoo Sports joins the show to discuss rumors of Kuminga and what the Warriors might do. Finally (32:14) Sam and Andy make predictions.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuGuest: Jake FischerProducer: 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.

Jun 20, 2023 • 38min
Draymond Opts Out, Dunleavy Opts In
Sam and Andy discuss Draymond opting out. Are we worried he’ll leave? What’s the number? Later (16:25) we discuss Dunleavy’s introductory press conference and what type of players he likes.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.

Jun 19, 2023 • 54min
Draft/Free Agency Talk with KOC
Sam and Andy are joined by The Ringer’s Kevin O’Connor. First, they discuss the Brad Beal trade and what it does to the trade market for GSW. (24:22) They discuss who makes sense for the Warriors in the draft — do they move up or down — and what might their plan be? (40:39) Later, they explore what a Jonathan Kuminga trade looks like, who they can target and more.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuGuest: Kevin O'ConnorProducer: 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.

Jun 17, 2023 • 28min
Emergency Pod: Mike Dunleavy Jr. is the new GM + More
Sam and Andy discuss Mike Dunleavy Jr. finally being named the new GM. (12:02) What does this mean for the offseason? Later (18:48) we discuss Bradley Beal trades proposed by ESPN/DubNationHQ.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.

Jun 15, 2023 • 44min
Kuminga Trade + Free Agency Rumors
Sam and Andy reflect on rumors about the Warriors shopping Kuminga. What do we believe? Later (24:35) we discuss other teams looking to shop. Is there a deal to be made with the Wizards for Bradley Beal or Porzingis? + MoreHost: 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.

Jun 12, 2023 • 43min
The New CBA and Warriors
Sam and Andy are joined by Danny Leroux of Dunc’d On and The Athletic, to discuss the new CBA and impact it could have on the Warriors. (11:06) Why Klay and Draymond’s contract are most important and most likely to get squeezed. (18:34) Are the Warriors going to pivot or retool? What to make of Poole's situation. (32:03) Lastly who are the winners and losers of the new rules.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuGuest: Danny LerouxProducer: 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.


