Light Years: A Golden State Warriors Pod

Sam and Tommy recap the Warriors win over hornets and their recent surge, how does Kuminga reintegrate into the group? Next (17:54) they discuss the 10 year anniversary of 2015 championship team. Favorite memories, games and players from the historic chip. Finally (35:19) where do the Warriors stand in the playoff hunt and Podz makes them unguardable.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🩳 Skims: A solutions-oriented brand creating the next generation of underwear, loungewear and shapewear. Go to https://skims.com/lightyears to receive a discount on your first order.🍽 Factor: Chef made gourmet-ready to eat meals delivered to you by Factor. Use code FactorPodcast to receive 50% off your first box of meals at factormeals.com/factorpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam and Andy discuss Andre Iguodala's Jersey retirement. What he meant to the Warriors and the start of the Steph Curry celebration tour. Next (19:16) we discuss Jimmy Buckets and his Iguodala like impact. Finally (38:02) we discuss which teams we might be afraid of.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.💪 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🩳 Skims: A solutions-oriented brand creating the next generation of underwear, loungewear and shapewear. Go to https://skims.com/lightyears to receive a discount on your first order.🍽 Factor: Chef made gourmet-ready to eat meals delivered to you by Factor. Use code FactorPodcast to receive 50% off your first box of meals at factormeals.com/factorpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam and Tommy discuss why this win was reminiscent of the 2015 Warriors. Next (5:42) Jimmy is Iguodala-esque and how he maximizes Moody and Podz. Finally (30:02) where can the Warriors go in the standings. Is the team better than 2022?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🍽 Factor: Chef made gourmet-ready to eat meals delivered to you by Factor. Use code FactorPodcast to receive 50% off your first box of meals at factormeals.com/factorpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam and Tommy preview the second half and discuss the reasons for their high levels of optimism for post trade deadline Dubs. (13:37) They react to Draymond proclaiming a title. Next (25:10) they look at the remaining schedule and make standings predictions. Finally (30:16) which young guys are going to be the largest contributors.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🍽 Factor: Chef made gourmet-ready to eat meals delivered to you by Factor. Use code LIGHTYEARS50OFF to receive 50% off your first box of meals at FactorMeals.com/LightYears50Off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam and Andy return to discuss Steph Curry appreciation week during All Star Weekend, (9:42) his place as the GOAT athlete in the Bay Area, (18:15) his relationship to fellow stars like Kyrie and Harden and (26:37) which Bay Area team is closest to winning a title.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: Chef made gourmet-ready to eat meals delivered to you by Factor. Use code LIGHTYEARS50OFF to receive 50% off your first box of meals at FactorMeals.com/LightYears50Off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy and Tommy recap the last 2 games. Have Moody and Podz taken a leap? (19:09) They give their thoughts on the “first half” of the season. (38:24) Lastly, they discuss Jonathan Kuminga’s eventual return from injury, his fit with Jimmy Butler and the All-Star Game in San Francisco. Host: Tommy Gunn 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.💪 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🍽 Factor: Chef made gourmet-ready to eat meals delivered to you by Factor. Use code LIGHTYEARS50OFF to receive 50% off your first box of meals at FactorMeals.com/LightYears50Off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The hosts dive into the vibe shift caused by Jimmy Butler's arrival, exploring how younger players like Moody and Podz are stepping up. They debate Quinten Post's potential and its implications for team dynamics. Additionally, they discuss strategic adjustments following the recent trade, highlighting the importance of versatility and matchups as the playoffs approach. The conversation also touches on the Warriors' rising prospects in the Western Conference, all while emphasizing the need for healthy lifestyles as the season heats up.

The recap focuses on the Warriors' energizing victory over the Bulls. Steph Curry showcases a reinvigorated performance as they analyze Jimmy Butler's role as a true second option. There’s a deep dive into Steve Kerr's thoughts on integrating Butler into the team's strategy. The conversation highlights the importance of basketball IQ and teamwork while looking ahead at how recent trades might shape playoff prospects. Fans share their insights, adding to the vibrant discussion around the Warriors’ evolving dynamics.

The trade deadline has passed! Sam and Tommy share their thoughts on Jimmy being the Warriors only deadline acquisition. (7:28) Next, they discuss potential buyout candidates. (24:34) Later, they debate if Jimmy is the best player Steph and Draymond have played with (besides KD) and discuss Jimmy’s fit with the team.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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam, Andy and Tommy discuss the Warriors trade for Jimmy Butler. (2:32) reaction to the trade and how Jimmy fits on Steph’s timeline. (14:58) Joe Lacob’s urgency after the Luka trade and (31:29) Steve Kerr’s reaction.Host: Sam Esfandiari, Andy Liu, 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices