Steve Kerr has signed a two-year contract extension to remain the head coach of the Golden State Warriors, making him the highest-paid coach in the NBA. This decision follows weeks of speculation about his future with the team.
Key points
Steve Kerr agrees to a two-year contract extension
Kerr remains the highest-paid coach in the NBA
Speculation existed about Kerr stepping down
Contract was set to expire before extension
Discussions about his future took place
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Steve Kerr remaining with Warriors on new contract
The Golden State Warriors appear ready to run it back — at least with one key piece of the puzzle reportedly locked in.
Steve Kerr has agreed to return as head coach of the franchise after both sides agreed to a two-year contract extension, his agents told ESPN. Kerr will remain the highest-paid coach in the NBA on a yearly basis, ESPN reports.
This comes after weeks of speculation that Kerr was considering stepping down. Kerr, whose contract was set to expire, had been engaged in meetings with the Warriors over his future with the team.
“I still love coaching, but I get it,” Kerr told reporters after the Warriors lost in the Play-In Tournament. “These jobs all have an expiration date. There's a run that happens, and when the run ends, sometimes it's time for new blood and new ideas and all that.”
Moondog performs during the first quarter of game one in the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Toronto Raptors at Rocket Arena.
A member of the Cleveland Cavaliers Scream Team performs during a time out during the second half of game one in the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Rocket Arena.
Q&A
What is the duration of Steve Kerr's new contract with the Warriors?
Steve Kerr's new contract with the Warriors is for two years.
Why was there speculation about Steve Kerr stepping down as head coach?
There was speculation about Kerr stepping down due to his contract expiring and ongoing discussions about his future with the team.
How much is Steve Kerr making as the highest-paid coach in the NBA?
Steve Kerr is reported to be the highest-paid coach in the NBA on a yearly basis, though specific figures were not disclosed.
What does Steve Kerr's contract extension mean for the Warriors' future?
Kerr's contract extension indicates that the Warriors are committed to maintaining their current coaching structure as they aim for continued success.
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Cleveland Brows player Myles Garrett riles up the crowd during the first half of game one between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Toronto Raptors in the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Rocket Arena.
A fan waves a towel during the second half of game one between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Toronto Raptors in the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Rocket Arena.
Fans arrive to watch warmups before game one of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs between the Denver Nuggets and the Minnesota Timberwolves at Ball Arena.
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Moondog performs during the first quarter of game one in the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Toronto Raptors at Rocket Arena.
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NBA playoffs fans, dancers, cheerleaders and mascots bring the energy
Moondog performs during the first quarter of game one in the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Toronto Raptors at Rocket Arena.
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NBA playoffs fans, dancers, cheerleaders and mascots bring the energy
A member of the Cleveland Cavaliers Scream Team performs during a time out during the second half of game one in the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Rocket Arena.
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NBA playoffs fans, dancers, cheerleaders and mascots bring the energy
Cleveland Brows player Myles Garrett riles up the crowd during the first half of game one between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Toronto Raptors in the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Rocket Arena.
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A fan waves a towel during the second half of game one between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Toronto Raptors in the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Rocket Arena.
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NBA playoffs fans, dancers, cheerleaders and mascots bring the energy
Fans arrive to watch warmups before game one of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs between the Denver Nuggets and the Minnesota Timberwolves at Ball Arena.
In 12 seasons as a coach, all of them with Golden State, Kerr has compiled a 604-353 record and won four NBA championships.