Warriors' Kerr Unsure of Future After Emotional Moment with Curry, Green

Golden State's season ends in play-in tournament loss to Suns as Kerr's contract expires

Apr. 18, 2026 at 8:24pm

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In the final moments of the Golden State Warriors' season-ending loss to the Phoenix Suns in the NBA play-in tournament, head coach Steve Kerr shared an emotional embrace with star players Steph Curry and Draymond Green, unsure if it was their last moment together. Kerr's future with the Warriors remains uncertain as his contract expires, leaving the team's core players in limbo as they enter an offseason filled with questions about injuries, free agency, and the team's direction.

Why it matters

Kerr has been the Warriors' head coach since 2014, leading the team to four NBA championships. His potential departure would be a major shakeup for the franchise and could impact the futures of Curry, Green, and other key players. The Warriors' injury-plagued season also raises questions about the team's ability to contend moving forward.

The details

In the final minute of the Warriors' 110-94 loss to the Suns, Kerr, Curry, and Green embraced on the sideline, with Kerr telling them, "I don't know what's going to happen next, but I love you guys to death. Thank you." Kerr's contract is expiring, and he said he will meet with team ownership to discuss his future, though he made it clear he does not want to coach elsewhere and is hesitant to walk away from Curry. The Warriors were beset by major injuries this season, losing starting wings Jimmy Butler and Moses Moody to torn ACL and patellar tendon injuries, respectively. Curry also missed significant time due to a knee issue, though he is optimistic it will be resolved with rest in the offseason.

  • The Warriors' season ended on April 18, 2026 with the loss to the Suns.
  • Kerr's contract with the Warriors is set to expire after this season.

The players

Steve Kerr

The head coach of the Golden State Warriors since 2014, leading the team to four NBA championships.

Steph Curry

The star point guard of the Golden State Warriors, considered the greatest face of the franchise in the sport's history.

Draymond Green

The veteran power forward for the Golden State Warriors, who has been with the team for 14 seasons and has no plans to retire.

Jimmy Butler

The starting wing for the Golden State Warriors who suffered a torn left ACL in January 2026.

Moses Moody

The starting wing for the Golden State Warriors who suffered a torn patellar tendon in March 2026.

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What they’re saying

“I don't know what's going to happen next, but I love you guys to death. Thank you.”

— Steve Kerr, Head Coach

“I don't know if that's a signal of anything. It's just that we wanted to appreciate what we have all poured into this journey.”

— Steph Curry, Star Point Guard

“Hopefully I've done enough to still be here, but if not, we'll see what it looks like. It's been a hell of a run.”

— Draymond Green, Veteran Power Forward

What’s next

Kerr will meet with Warriors owner Joe Lacob and general manager Mike Dunleavy to discuss his future with the team.

The takeaway

The emotional embrace between Kerr, Curry, and Green underscores the uncertainty surrounding the Warriors' future, with Kerr's contract expiring and the team facing major injury challenges. The franchise's long-term direction hinges on whether Kerr returns and if the core players can stay healthy and productive.