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Draymond Green has defended coach Steve Kerr, comparing him to Jeff Bezos in response to criticism over his coaching decisions. Their partnership has been pivotal in the Golden State Warriors' four championship wins since 2015.
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Draymond Green and Steve Kerr have shared more than a decade together at the Golden State Warriors, forming a key part of one of the NBAâs most successful eras. Their partnership has delivered four championships since 2015.
That success has made both figures central to the franchiseâs identity, although it has not shielded them from criticism. Kerrâs decisions, particularly around rotations, have often been questioned by fans.
Green has consistently backed his coach, and he addressed that criticism again, making his stance clear as the Warriors approach another decisive moment in their season.
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Green defended Kerr on The Draymond Green Show, placing him among elite figures both in basketball and beyond.
In that context, the 36-year-old caught many fans off guard comparing his coach to Jeff Bezos, the founder of Amazon and one of the most influential business figures in the world.
âI am very active on Threads. I see all the talk about Steve Kerr. And I tell you, you donât want another coach in the foxhole with you. You donât want another coach when your back is against the wall,â he began by saying.
The power forward then added: âI know all of you have your complaints about Steve Kerr, have your complaints about his rotations, his philosophies and all of these things. But I just never see anyone really question Jeff Bezos like that, I never see anyone question Gregg Popovich like that, I never see anyone question Phil Jackson like that.
Draymond Green defended Steve Kerr by comparing him to Jeff Bezos, emphasizing the importance of supporting a coach despite criticism.
Draymond Green and Steve Kerr have won four championships together with the Golden State Warriors since 2015.
Fans often question Steve Kerr's decisions, particularly regarding player rotations and game strategies during critical moments.

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âBut for some reason, and I guess itâs because of the day and age that weâre in, there is always people questioning Steve Kerr. Iâm here to tell you again: your back against the wall? You donât want another coach. He always knows the right thing to do, he always knows the right thing to say, he always knows the right things to do and the right adjustments to make.â
Golden State now turn their attention to a decisive play-in clash against the Phoenix Suns this Friday.
The result could shape the narrative around Kerr immediately, especially given the scrutiny he continues to face.
A defeat would likely intensify criticism, putting added focus on his decisions in a high-pressure setting.
However, even in that scenario, Greenâs view of Kerr is unlikely to change, and he has all the reasons for it.
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