Following the Golden State Warriors' season-ending loss to the Phoenix Suns, coach Steve Kerr has expressed uncertainty about his future with the team. The Suns secured the final playoff spot in the Western Conference with a 111-96 win, ending the Warriors' campaign. Kerr, a four-time NBA champion coach, hinted that he may depart from his role, stating that his future is undecided. The Warriors' playoff hopes were dashed despite a 17-point performance from Stephen Curry.
Kerr shared an emotional moment with Curry and Draymond Green after the game, but refused to disclose what was said. Both Curry and Green have expressed their desire for Kerr to remain as coach, but his future has been the subject of speculation due to his current contract expiring.
Kerr, who has been with the Warriors for 12 seasons, will meet with team owner Joe Lacob and general manager Mike Dunleavy to discuss his future and the team's plans for the offseason. The 60-year-old coach has acknowledged that his job, like all coaching positions, has an expiration date and that it may be time for 'new blood and new ideas.' Meanwhile, the Orlando Magic secured the 8th seed in the playoffs with a 121-90 win over the Charlotte Hornets, led by Paolo Banchero's 25 points. The 2026 NBA playoffs will begin on Sky Sports this Sunday, with four live games scheduled.