Following the Golden State Warriors' elimination from the playoffs, head coach Steve Kerr expressed uncertainty about his future with the team, hinting that he may step down after their season-ending loss to the Phoenix Suns. The Warriors' playoff bid was dashed with a 111-96 defeat, securing the Suns' spot in the Western Conference playoffs against the Oklahoma City Thunder. In his 12th season with the Warriors, Kerr has led the team to four NBA championships and guided USA Basketball to an Olympic gold medal. As his current contract comes to a close, Kerr's future has been the subject of speculation.
Both Stephen Curry and Draymond Green have voiced their desire for Kerr to remain with the team, but the coach himself remains undecided. "I still love coaching, but I understand these jobs have an expiration date," Kerr said, suggesting that a decision on his future will be made in collaboration with team owner Joe Lacob and general manager Mike Dunleavy in the coming weeks. The Warriors' season concluded with a disappointing campaign, while the Orlando Magic secured the 8th seed in the playoffs with a 121-90 win over the Charlotte Hornets. The 2026 NBA playoffs are set to begin, with live coverage on Sky Sports, including the Western Conference Finals starting May 20.