Steph Curry Has Say in Steve Kerr's Warriors Future: Report

Warriors star Stephen Curry has reportedly made his thoughts clear on whether Steve Kerr should continue coaching the team.

Mar. 29, 2026 at 7:04pm by Ben Kaplan

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The Golden State Warriors have established themselves as one of the NBA's great dynasties, having achieved four championships behind star player Steph Curry and head coach Steve Kerr. However, Kerr's future with the team is uncertain as the Warriors struggle with injuries this season. According to reports, Curry wants Kerr to return as the team's coach.

Why it matters

The Warriors' success has been largely attributed to the partnership between Curry and Kerr, who have led the team to multiple championships. Curry's influence on the team's decisions could be crucial in determining Kerr's future with the franchise.

The details

Kerr is currently in the last year of his contract and has not yet signed an extension. The Warriors have faced a challenging season with injuries to key players like Jimmy Butler and Moses Moody, and the team is currently in a play-in spot for the playoffs. Despite the team's struggles, Curry has reportedly made it clear that he wants Kerr to return as the team's coach.

  • In January, The Ringer's Logan Murdock reported that 'multiple assistant coaches have been operating under the premise that [Kerr] will not return next season.'

The players

Stephen Curry

The star player of the Golden State Warriors, who has led the team to four championships.

Steve Kerr

The head coach of the Golden State Warriors, who has led the team to four championships during his tenure.

Klay Thompson

A supporting cast member of the Golden State Warriors, who has been a key part of the team's championship runs.

Draymond Green

A supporting cast member of the Golden State Warriors, who has been a key part of the team's championship runs.

Kevin Durant

A former supporting cast member of the Golden State Warriors, who helped the team win championships.

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What they’re saying

“I've been asked repeatedly — Tim, I know you have, too. Do you think Steve's coming back? I absolutely do because I think this team, especially because of what we've been talking about now tonight on this episode. They want to go for it. There's not another person you're going to plug in that's going to take them to some other spot more than Steve Kerr. Plus, the fact that Steph wants him and they have a partnership for all these years.”

— Nick Friedell, Reporter, The Athletic

What’s next

The Warriors will need to decide whether to extend Kerr's contract before the start of next season.

The takeaway

The partnership between Curry and Kerr has been crucial to the Warriors' success, and Curry's desire for Kerr to remain as the team's coach could be a significant factor in the team's decision-making process.