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Golden State ultimately kept Steve Kerr as head coach after about three weeks of deliberation and mounting rumors, preserving the Kerr-Curry partnership that helped build the dynasty; the process was longer than necessary, but the outcome maintains continuity for the franchise.
With the Lakers down 3-0 to the Oklahoma City Thunder in the playoffs, LeBron James is set to become an unrestricted free agent this summer after a player option, leaving his future in flux. Golden State’s two-year extension for Steve Kerr signals continued contention and reportedly keeps the door open to adding another star, potentially even LeBron, which heightens the Lakers’ challenge to keep their franchise cornerstone while plotting the offseason.
ESPN reportedly offered Steve Kerr up to $7 million per year to join the network as an analyst and even to avoid hot-take panel duties, but Kerr ultimately re-signed with the Golden State Warriors for two more seasons, remaining the NBA's highest-paid coach; ESPN later denied the initial report.
Golden State earned the 11th pick in the 2026 NBA draft after an unlucky lottery, while coach Steve Kerr agreed to a two-year extension. GM Mike Dunleavy Jr. can use the pick to spark a retool around Steph Curry, either by drafting a young talent in a deep class led by AJ Dybantsa or by trading for a veteran star to chase another title.
Steve Kerr agreed to a two-year contract to remain Golden State Warriors head coach, keeping him among the league's highest-paid coaches as the franchise signals a roster rethink after a 37-win season and a No. 10 seed. Talks with owner Joe Lacob and GM Mike Dunleavy centered on short- and long-term plans, with Curry and Draymond Green expressing support for Kerr's return as the team plans to rebuild around Curry, who will be in the final year of his contract.
Marc Stein’s latest notes a flurry of NBA rumors: Orlando Magic coach Jamahl Mosley is likely to be blamed for the first-round exit with replacements like Billy Donovan or Dusty May floated; the Nuggets are reportedly safe under David Adelman but could pursue trades to boost Jokic’s defense and athleticism; Bulls and Mavericks are weighing leadership changes with several candidates in play; and Steve Kerr’s future with the Warriors is under discussion as ESPN reportedly courts him.
Steve Kerr has signaled a potential return to coach the Golden State Warriors next season, contingent on alignment with owner Joe Lacob and GM Mike Dunleavy on roster construction, coaching flexibility, and accountability, as well as Kerr’s comfort with addressing sociopolitical issues; league sources say the chances are roughly 50-50 and decisions hinge on ongoing talks rather than money.
Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr told The New Yorker that Israel pursued revenge after Oct. 7, leading to about 72,000 Palestinian deaths and West Bank settlement expansion with the government’s and the U.S. ambassador’s approval, a stance Kerr says undermines peace for Israel and the region; the piece also spotlights Kerr’s outspoken political posture and contrasts him with other NBA figures.
In a New Yorker interview, Steve Kerr says he was 'wrong' about Hong Kong and regrets calling Donald Trump a 'buffoon,' signaling a more cautious, organization-focused approach to politics amid internal Warriors concerns, while not abandoning activism.
Warriors coach Steve Kerr says he would not walk away from Steph Curry and plans to decide his future after talks with ownership; Curry is the central figure anchoring Golden State's culture and continuity, and Kerr’s return—potentially a multi-year extension—depends on alignment and conditions, even as Kerr weighs leadership dynamics and the organization considers succession amid ongoing questions about next season.
Donovan’s exit from the Bulls and Steve Kerr’s uncertainty illuminate a thin, unpredictable NBA coaching market, with Golden State suddenly the hottest vacancy while Donovan’s next move—college, another NBA gig, or retirement—remains highly speculative.
Golden State faces a pivotal offseason with Steve Kerr reportedly leaning toward stepping down; Kerr will meet owner Joe Lacob and GM Mike Dunleavy Jr. to discuss his future, Melton’s market may cool enough for a possible return, and the team is unlikely to mortgage future assets for veteran stars, as Horford’s status and Quinten Post’s development will shape the 2026/27 roster plan.
NBC Sports Bay Area reports that Steve Kerr isn’t expected to return as Warriors coach next season unless he has a major change of heart, as the front office pushes for a shift in philosophy and the aging, injury-plagued roster prompts consideration of a new direction.
After Golden State's play-in defeat to Phoenix, Draymond Green said he believes Steve Kerr’s tenure as head coach might be finished, while Kerr emphasized he hasn’t decided and will evaluate options—potentially returning for a 13th season or retiring after taking time to consult with management.
Tim Kawakami analyzes the Warriors’ postseason pause as Steve Kerr contemplates his future, with owner-ship (Joe Lacob and Mike Dunleavy) weighing a stay versus a coaching search after Kerr’s candid comments following the season-ending loss. With exit interviews delayed while they figure out Kerr’s status, the piece outlines potential timelines, the gray area between loyalty and the need for change, and likely candidates (Mike Brown, Jordi Fernández, Todd Golden, plus current assistants) if a new coach is needed. It also examines how Kerr’s system, Curry’s role, and plans for star additions could shift in a post-Kerr era, noting Curry’s desire to stay out of the process while hinting at a possible two-year extension through 2028-29.