Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr expressed uncertainty about his future with the team following their elimination in the NBA Play-In Tournament loss to the Phoenix Suns on Friday. Kerr plans to take time off before discussing his options with owner Joe Lacob and general manager Mike Dunleavy. He acknowledged that coaching jobs have an expiration date.
Steve Kerr, who has led the Warriors to four championships and six NBA Finals appearances since 2014, addressed reporters after Friday's defeat. The 600-win coach signed a two-year, $35 million extension in 2024 that expired with the loss, making him a free agent. Kerr confirmed he would only consider returning to Golden State, stating he has no interest in other teams. He told The Athletic earlier this season that he would never leave Steph Curry, one of only two players alongside Draymond Green on all 12 of his Warriors squads. Curry's contract runs through next season, while Green holds a player option he intends to exercise. Green affirmed post-game that he does not plan to retire and hopes to return, saying, 'I hope I've done enough to still be here.'
