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Sam is joined by Eric Weiss, Director of Learning at Luceo Sports. They discuss misconceptions about modern front offices and scouting, (11:58) Moody being a victim of situation and positional glut and rotation holes leading to locker room issues. (17:29) They discuss a proposed Jimmy Butler trade, would there be a fit issue? (21:41) What they want to see from Kuminga and Podz this year. Host: Sam Esfandiari Guest: Eric Weiss Producer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam and Andy discuss Kevon Looney reinventing himself by adding a 3 point shot. (15:30) They discuss Klay and his recent social media shenanigans, will we be rooting for him or hate watching? (26:03) Later they give some rapid fire takes, (34:25) where does Steph's golden dagger shot rank? Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy Liu Producer: Tim Angan Complete the survey for a chance to receive a $500 gift card - bluewirepods.com/survey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam and Andy discuss the upcoming Warriors training camp in Hawaii. What do we want to hear out of camp? (12:55) Who will be the surprise of training camp? (20:11) Between De'Anthony Melton, Kyle Anderson and Buddy Hield, who will be the most impactful? (28:38) Later they discuss Niners football. Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy Liu Producer: Tim Angan Complete the survey for a chance to receive a $500 gift card - bluewirepods.com/survey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam is joined by Tommy Gunn to discuss Steph Curry signing a one year extension. What does it signify? (18:51) Later they discuss the importance of Podz's development. Host: Sam Esfandiari Guest: Tommy Gunn Producer: Tim Angan Go to PrizePicks.com and use code Lightyears for a deposit match of $100 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam and Andy react to Steve Kerr speaking at the DNC. They discuss Steph's Team USA IG bromance and whether he will play with LeBron and KD. Which team it would be? (22:55) Later they discuss if the Warriors can take a leap next season. Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy Liu Producer: Tim Angan Go to PrizePicks.com and use code Lightyears for a deposit match of $100 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam and Andy breakdown the 24-25 Warriors schedule. They discuss why the first 10 games matter and (10:10) signs that would indicate that Kuminga has taken a leap. (19:09) Later they discuss who’s most likely to have successful start to season: Kuminga. Podz, Wiggins or Draymond. (22:20) National TV games and (27:45) Klay’s return. Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy Liu Producer: Tim Angan Go to PrizePicks.com and use code Lightyears for a deposit match of $100 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam discusses Jonathan Kuminga and why he'll be the Warriors second leading scorer, (15:59) where he needs to improve offensively and defensively to get to the next level. (23:30) Later his predictions for Kuminga and how his season will play out. Host: Sam Esfandiari Producer: Tim Angan Go to PrizePicks.com and use code Lightyears for a deposit match of $100 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam is joined by Daniel Hardee from DubNationHQ to discuss an all time Steph performance to win the gold medal, should he have been the Olympic MVP? (21:37) Later they discuss the Warriors' offseason and (36:10) should they sign Guerschon Yabusele? Host: Sam Esfandiari Guest: Daniel Hardee Producer: Tim Angan Go to PrizePicks.com and use code Lightyears for a deposit match of $100 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam and Andy react to Team USA and Steph's performance against Serbia. (14:50) They discuss Steph, KD, and LeBron's amazing career defining 4th quarter. Later (21:44) the Warriors offseason and a potential Warriors-Bucks trade centered around Khris Middleton. Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy Liu Producer: Tim Angan Go to PrizePicks.com and use code Lightyears for a deposit match of $100 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam and Andy react to the Warriors missing on Lauri Markkanen. Do you blame them for not meeting the asking price? (19:51) Are Steph and Draymond actually excited about this roster? Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy Liu Producer: Tim Angan Go to PrizePicks.com and use code Lightyears for a deposit match of $100 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices