Light Years: A Golden State Warriors Pod

Andy and Sam react to the Warriors Game 1 loss to the Kings. Should they have played Wiggins as much as they did? Rotation q’s and more.Later (31:32) we take your callsHost: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam and Andy are joined by Sacramento Bee’s Chris Biderman and Kyle Madson to preview the first round series between the Warriors and Kings. They discuss if the Kings have any advantages, the matchups to watch in the series, which role players to watch for, where to draw the official Golden State/Sac border and more.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuGuest: Chris Biderman and Kyle MadsonProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam and Andy are joined by Marcus Thompson II to preview the playoffs and react to the Lakers/Wolves play in game. Do the Kings have what it takes to beat the Warriors?  (18:48) Later they discuss Rick Celebrini’s importance to the run, Andrew Wiggins’ role when he returns, best Warriors role player during the dynasty, predictions, and more.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuGuest: Marcus ThompsonProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The playoffs are here! Sam and Andy dive into the first round matchup between the Warriors and Kings. Would the Suns have been more fun? Klay Thompson hits 300 threes, how will the core hold up against a team that plays their style? Later (28:56), they take your calls on all things PlayoffsHost: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam and Tommy discuss the Warriors' playoff outlook after beating the Kings. Should they hope for a Suns or Sac first round matchup? (22:50) Later, they take your calls.Host: Sam Esfandiari Guest: Tommy GunnProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam and Andy are joined by veteran NBA reporter Ethan Strauss to discuss the mess of the west and why GSW can repeat. (11:50) Why the Warriors resonate over other teams. (22:51) The NBA losing control and players going rogue, (30:50) Ethan’s thoughts on Wiggins and finally (51:42) thoughts on Lacob and the organizations direction.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuGuest: Ethan StraussProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam and Andy discuss the Warriors win over the Oklahoma City thunder. The poor starting lineup, the adjustments and more.Later (33:25) we take your callsHost: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam and Kyle Madson debrief the Warriors’ loss to Denver. What went wrong against the Nuggets? They discuss what to expect from Andrew Wiggins if he returns and the conference standings outlook. Later (28:03) we take your calls.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Kyle MadsonProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam and Andy talk Warriors, Bay Area sports and more with Damon Bruce. (6:44) How big an effect has Steph had in the Bay Area? (14:34) Thoughts on season (31:19) Will Wiggins return? + Predictions.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuGuest: Damon BruceProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam and Andy discuss the Warriors win over the Pelicans. Draymond turning the game. The Core. Are the Warriors the best team in the west?Later (31:45) we take your calls  Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices