Light Years: A Golden State Warriors Pod

Sam, Andy and Aaron try not to panic after the Warriors' fourth straight loss,They talk unearned minutes, the contrast between starters and the bench, Wiseman, what's going on with Kuminga and this championship hangover.Later (35:38) we take your calls.Host: Sam Esfandiari, Andy Liu and Aaron LarsuelProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam and Andy discuss the Warriors loss to the Miami Heat.Should we expect more from starters? How concerned are you of the bench?Later (25:01), we take your calls.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam and Andy discuss the Warriors disappointing games in Charlotte and Detroit.(2:25) Is it the two timelines or are they currently just sucking? What else can they do to get back on track?Later (27:58) we are joined by Mike Prada to discuss his new book Spaced Out, on how the NBA has changed.You can order Spaced Out here: https://www.amazon.com/Spaced-Out-Three-Point-Revolution-Everything/dp/1629378860Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuGuest: Mike PradaProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam and Andy discuss Warriors vs Heat.The iconic Steph Curry. How consistent Andrew Wiggins has been, Draymond's play and more!Later (34:52) the goons.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam and Andy discuss Klay's ejection and overall frustrations.Next we discuss the defensive woes. Finally (23:07) we take your calls.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam and Andy discuss gatekeeping in Bay Area sports media.Next (6:15) they discuss Kings game and challenges of 2 timelines.Later (22:04) they discuss Steph and Wiggins' awesome early season play.Finally (37:14) the goons!Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam and Andy react to the NBA openers with our takes on who's real and who's not.Later (13:58) we are joined by Grant Cohn to discuss the 49ers trade for Christian McCaffrey.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuGuest: Grant CohnProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam and Aaron discuss the Warriors win over the Lakers on Ring Night.How deep are the Warriors? + More!Later (18:47) we take calls from the goons.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Aaron LarsuelProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam and Andy are joined by Vignesh Venkataraman of GSW Fast Break Blog to discuss the upcoming Warriors season. Is this the deepest team they've had? What are your expectations from the kids?Later (16:46) we have the goons join us and tell us all their bold hot takes for the season.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuGuest: Vignesh VenkataramanProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam and Andy discuss Jordan Poole and Andrew Wiggins contract extensions on Youtube Live. Is this the deepest Warriors team? How will the young players fit into all this? Later (33:10) Marcus Thompson of The Athletic joins us to discuss Draymond not getting an extension and what it means. His outlook on the Warriors season and their bold takes for 2022/23.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuGuest: Marcus ThompsonProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices