The Warriors face a $17 million obstacle in bringing back Steve Kerr, says Brian Windhorst

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Steve Kerr’s future with the Golden State Warriors is no longer a given, and a massive financial question is now at the center of it.

After missing the playoffs this season, the Warriors are entering an uncertain phase. For the first time in years, there is real doubt about whether Kerr will continue on the sidelines.

And according to Brian Windhorst, the issue is not just basketball. It is money.

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Brian Windhorst explains why Steve Kerr’s future isn’t guaranteed

Breaking it down on the Dan Patrick Show, Windhorst made it clear that Kerr’s situation is far from straightforward.

“The Steve Kerr situation, I think there’s a nuance that people need to understand. And I know Golden State Warriors fans probably understand this.

“There’s not a contract sitting on the table for Steve Kerr. It’s not like they’ve said, ‘Steve, just re-sign,'” Windhorst said.

He added, “I’m not saying they wouldn’t re-sign him, but he makes $17 million. And I’m not sure, you know, when they paid him that contract, the Warriors were competing to win the West. That’s not the case anymore.”

When Kerr signed his deal, Golden State was still firmly in championship contention. Now, after a disappointing season that ended without a playoff appearance, the franchise is being forced to reassess where it stands.

This could even mark the end of an era. If Kerr does not return, it would mean the last game of this season was potentially his final one coaching the Warriors.