

Light Years: A Golden State Warriors Pod
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Light Years is dedicated to talking Golden State Warriors Basketball, the NBA, and everything else -- hosted by experts Saam Esfandiari and Andy Liu from WarriorsWorld.
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Aug 6, 2025 • 47min
Kyle Madson Joins To Discuss the Sacramento Side
Andy and Sam gather around the horn with Sacramento Kings expert Kyle Madson to discuss the Kings thought process on chasing Jonathan Kuminga and his prediction on how this negotiation process will end.(33:38) Later we discuss another Random Warrior of the Day: Andris BiedrinsHost: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuGuest: Kyle MadsonProducer: 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💰Square: Run your business smarter. Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you visit square.com/go/lightyears

Aug 5, 2025 • 46min
Unprotected Pick?!
Andy and Sam return to break down the latest round of Kuminga rumors including Sam Amick’s report of the upgraded Kings offer and Tim Kawakami’s report of halted sign-and-trade discussions. (8:16) They debate whether they would want Malik Monk at the risk of losing Moses Moody or Buddy Hield. (24:18) Later they discuss what the Warriors can learn from the Denver Nuggets trading a pick for Cam Johnson.(33:58) To close out the pod they discuss the random Warrior of the day — Monta Ellis’ career in review.Special 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💰Square: Run your business smarter. Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you visit square.com/go/lightyears

Jul 31, 2025 • 43min
Warriors Hot Stove Day 30: Seat Warmers On
Andy and Sam break down the new Kuminga report from ESPN. (25:48) They discuss whether or not the new CBA is a good thing for the Warriors front office. (33:18) Later they give their takes on Chase Center pros/cons and their favorite memories.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🍽 Factor Form: Greens that actually taste good. Get 40% plus free shipping on your first order at factor75.com/lightyears

Jul 28, 2025 • 54min
Kuminga Has GSW in The Chair
Sam and Tommy discuss the latest round of Kuminga negotiations. What's really going on? Does he want to return? Do the Warriors want him back? (26:44) Later they discuss rumors of the Kings’ offer. How good is Keon Ellis? Why would Warriors want another guard?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🍽 Factor Form: Greens that actually taste good. Get 40% plus free shipping on your first order at factor75.com/lightyears

Jul 24, 2025 • 44min
Kuminga's Agent Responds
Sam and Tommy discuss Kuminga’s agent's tweet and the potential implications (and fallout) of it.(22:57) Next, they discuss whether they should be “thirsting” over the Lakers summer moves, or have faith that the Warriors summer will end up being better.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🍽 Factor Form: Greens that actually taste good. Get 40% plus free shipping on your first order at factor75.com/lightyears

Jul 22, 2025 • 52min
The Kuminga Chair
Sam and Andy discuss Kuminga’s contract standstill and where NBA teams are with player contracts. (24:18) Where we are at with Dunleavy? Finally (40:57) Giants v. Warriors comps.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🍽 Factor Form: Greens that actually taste good. Get 40% plus free shipping on your first order at factor75.com/lightyears💪 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

Jul 19, 2025 • 45min
Stephen Curry: Top 10 All Time?! Reaction to Bleacher Report's Top 100 Players
Sam and Tommy discuss Bleacher Report’s recent Top 100 Greatest Players List.- They break down “talent” vs “greatness” and the criteria they used for their lists.- Both give their respective top 10 lists of all time.(28:39) Lastly, they dive into Klay and Draymond’s places on list, and whether they were slotted correctly.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

Jul 18, 2025 • 41min
Kuminga Watch: Warriors Still in the Chair
Sam and Tommy discuss fallout from Summer League and rumors. (3:15) Tommy’s meeting with De'Anthony Melton(13:05) Who is in the chair? Mike has shown us he’s shrewd, but can he execute?(28:31) The latest on Kuminga, the rumored Suns trade offer and what the Warriors have to work with in a trade.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

Jul 15, 2025 • 36min
Warriors Summer League Detox
The hosts dive into the chaotic Summer League gossip, questioning Kuminga's future and speculating on the potential signings of Horford and Melton. They humorously recount their escapades in Las Vegas, while navigating the complexities of NBA contracts and trades. Balancing young and veteran talents emerges as a central theme, alongside the need for strategic lineup construction. Fun predictions about a home run derby add a unique twist, highlighting the blending of sports discussions beyond basketball.

Jul 10, 2025 • 54min
Warriors Hot Stove Day 10
Sam and Tommy discuss not only the Warriors silence — but how everything has come to a standstill. (23:21) The market is stars, role players like KCP and guys who think they’re the man. (46:19) Highest priority of the targets that’s emerged for GSW.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.