The last time the Golden State Warriors had a head coach who wasn’t Steve Kerr was before 2014. Draymond Green was there for two of those seasons.
Following a disappointing end to the 2025-2026 NBA season, Kerr and Green’s futures come into focus.
The veteran forward just played out the final guaranteed season of his four-year contract. By late June, Green will have to decide if he’s going to pick up his player option for the 2026-2027 NBA season or not.
As for Kerr, the ball is more in the Warriors’ court. His contract is set to expire, and it’s unclear if a new deal will be on the table.
Following Friday night’s 111-96 elimination by the Suns, Warriors forward Draymond Green addressed the future of Kerr, making his feelings clear on the situation.
Draymond Green Speaks On Steve Kerr
GettyNEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA – FEBRUARY 24: Draymond Green #23 of the Golden State Warriors reacts after scoring against the New Orleans Pelicans during the first quarter of an NBA game at Smoothie King Center on February 24, 2026 in New Orleans, Louisiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)
âYea, [Iâm worried this is it],” Green told reporters after Friday’s loss.
“I think it would be pretty crazy not to think thatâs a possibility. I think most coaches donât coach on the last year of a contract. I think Steve coaching on the last year of a contract is also just his comfort level and who he is and what he is and what he has to offer. So I don’t make much out of like, oh man, he didn’t sign an extension, but yet, the possibility is there that he doesn’t re-sign.â
Nothing about Kerr’s situation comes as a shock. Before the regular season started, there were already question marks about the head coach’s future with the Warriors.
Based on the public messaging, Kerr and the Warriors were on the same page with waiting to make a decision on the future before the end of the 2025-2026 season. They will remain on course, taking their time over the next few weeks.
Green doesn’t wish to see anything change on that front: âI hope not,” the forward said, regarding Kerr potentially leaving the organization.
What Did Kerr Have To Say?
GettySAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA – APRIL 28: Head coach Steve Kerr of the Golden State Warriors reacts against the Houston Rockets during the third quarter in Game Four of the Western Conference First Round NBA Playoffs at Chase Center on April 28, 2025 in San Francisco, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
There weren’t any snap reactions after the elimination game.
âI donât know whatâs going to happen. I still love coaching. But I get it. These jobs all have an expiration date,” he told reporters.
“Thereâs a run that happens, and when the run ends, sometimes itâs time for new blood and new ideas and all that. If thatâs the case, then I will be nothing but grateful for the most amazing opportunity any person could have to coach this franchise.â
Kerr coached the Warriors for 12 seasons. During the regular season, the Warriors won 63.1% of their games under Kerr’s management. The Warriors made the playoffs eight times for 152 postseason games. They’ve won six Western Conference Finals and were crowned NBA Champions four times.
While the past few years have been tough for the Warriors, neither side will have an easy time making a decision on the future.
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