Following the Golden State Warriors' elimination from playoff contention, head coach Steve Kerr has expressed uncertainty about his future with the team. The Warriors' season came to a close with a 111-96 loss to the Phoenix Suns in the play-in tournament, securing the Suns' spot in the Western Conference playoffs. Kerr, a four-time NBA champion coach, suggested that his tenure with the Warriors may be coming to an end.
The 60-year-old coach shared an emotional moment with key players Stephen Curry and Draymond Green after the game, fueling speculation about his potential departure. Both Curry and Green have voiced their desire for Kerr to remain with the team, but his contract has expired, leaving his future uncertain.
Kerr will meet with Warriors owner Joe Lacob and general manager Mike Dunleavy to discuss the team's plans and his own future. He acknowledged that all coaching jobs have an expiration date and that it may be time for new leadership. Meanwhile, the Orlando Magic secured the eighth seed in the playoffs with a 121-90 win over the Charlotte Hornets.
The 2026 NBA playoffs are set to begin, with several games scheduled to air on Sky Sports, including the Western Conference Finals starting May 20.