Draymond Green expressed uncertainty about Steve Kerr's return as the Warriors coach following their season-ending loss. Kerr's emotional farewell with Green and Stephen Curry hints at potential changes ahead.
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Draymond Green doubts Steve Kerr will return as coach
Kerr's emotional farewell hints at possible departure
Warriors lost to the Phoenix Suns in the Play-In Tournament
Kerr thanked Green and Curry after the game
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Will Steve Kerr remain Warriors coach? Draymond Green isn't optimistic
The game ended with Kerr gathering Green and Warriors superstar Stephen Curry on the sideline for an embrace in which he appeared to acknowledge it could be his final game as the Warriors' coach. Kerr told Green and Curry, according to audio captured by Prime Video, "I don't know what's going to happen next, but I love you guys to death. Thank you. I appreciate you."
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.
Q&A
What did Draymond Green say about Steve Kerr's future as Warriors coach?
Draymond Green expressed hope for Steve Kerr's return but admitted he isn't counting on it.
Why is there speculation about Steve Kerr leaving the Warriors?
Speculation arises after Kerr's emotional farewell to players following their season-ending loss, suggesting he may not return.
What happened in the Warriors' last game of the season?
The Warriors lost to the Phoenix Suns in the NBA's Play-In Tournament, ending their season.
How did Steve Kerr acknowledge his players after the game?
Kerr embraced Draymond Green and Stephen Curry, expressing love and gratitude, which raised concerns about his future.
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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.
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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NBA playoffs fans, dancers, cheerleaders and mascots bring the energy
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.
Kerr's contract expired after this season and the team told reporters Monday that Warriors general manager Mike Dunleavy won't speak publicly until Kerr and Golden State come to a resolution. Green acknowledged Kerr's words would provide some closure if his run as coach is over.
"Steph, myself, Steve shared a moment in what could be our last time playing with Steve as our coach," Green said. "I'm happy we got to share that moment, like he didn't miss the moment. It was a big deal. I hope he's our coach next year. You want my opinion? I think not, just because it feels like that. It felt like that was it."
Green went on to note that he's "never been so uncertain since early in my career on what happens next." The 36-year-old forward has a $27.6 million player option on the final year of his current contract that he can exercise to remain with Golden State next season.
Kerr has been the Warriors' coach since 2014, leading the franchise to four NBA championships with Curry and Green serving as the team's cornerstones throughout the run.
Both Curry and Green could become free agents after the 2026-27 season if they don't sign contract extensions with Golden State this offseason. Curry has indicated he would like Kerr to return if that's what the coach wants to do.
