
Light Years: A Golden State Warriors Pod
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.
Latest episodes

Nov 4, 2023 • 52min
Warriors v. Thunder: Steph Calls Game
Sam and Andy celebrate the Warriors big In-Season tournament win. How do they feel about the tourney? Was it a violation on Draymond?Later (26:43) we take your callsHost: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 2, 2023 • 44min
Warriors v. Kings Post Game: Killa Klay
Sam is joined by Kyle Madson to discuss the Warriors' win over Sacramento, Klay Thompson's late game heroics and look ahead to the four game road trip.Later (28:06) we take your calls.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Kyle MadsonProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 31, 2023 • 50min
Warriors v. Pelicans: Are We Back?!
Sam and Andy react to the amazing Stephen Curry. The Warriors depth. Rookies contributing and apologies to Chris Paul. Later (32:09) we take your calls.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 30, 2023 • 50min
Warriors v. Rockets Post Game: CP3 6th Man of The Year
Sam and Andy react to the Warriors' win over Houston. Draymond’s return. Chris Paul first time coming off the bench. Steve selling CP3 etc. Later (31:58) we take your calls on the Warriors, Niners game and more.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 28, 2023 • 56min
Warriors v. Kings Post Game
Sam and Andy react to the iconic Steph Curry and the win in Sacramento. Are the Warriors "Strength In Numbers" deep? Later (17:41) we take your calls.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 25, 2023 • 47min
Season Opener Post Game
Sam and Andy discuss the Warriors lose to the Phoenix Suns and first impressions of Chris Paul. They discuss Andrew Wiggins' poor performance and lineup adjustments to consider going forward. Later we take live callers.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 23, 2023 • 1h 6min
Light Years Season Preview with Marcus Thompson
Sam and Andy are joined by The Athletic’s Marcus Thompson to preview the 2023-24 Warriors season. First (9:50) they discuss how Chris Paul is integrating into the locker room. (11:55) Jonathan Kuminga’s expectations and Steve Kerr’s adjustments. Finally (35:52) they discuss whether Klay Thompson gets an extension. Plus more!Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuGuest: Marcus ThompsonProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 20, 2023 • 43min
Dave DuFour Joins Light Years
Podcast guest Dave DuFour joins Light Years, discussing Terry Stotts departure, Chris Paul's impact on the team, lineup flexibility and chemistry for the Golden State Warriors, defensive issues, and Steph Curry's constant threat on the court.

Oct 18, 2023 • 46min
Trysta Krick Joins Light Years
Sam and Andy are joined by Trysta Krick to discuss her predictions for the Warriors’ first 10 games. They discuss Chris Paul’s fit, the need for young players to take a leap and Steve Kerr’s FIBA blunders. Finally they break down the contenders and picks to win the title.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuGuest: Trysta KrickProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 16, 2023 • 33min
Kuminga Preseason Leap + Media Bob Myers
Sam and Andy discuss Kuminga's preseason leap. Is it real? They also discuss Podz steady play. Next (11:01) they discuss the slow starting lineup. Cause for worry? Finally (24:25) they discuss Bob Myers' ESPN debut and Klay's contract extension. Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices