Steve Kerr Commends Warriors' Effort After Tough Loss to Knicks

Despite key injuries, the Warriors fought hard but fell short against the Eastern Conference contenders.

Mar. 16, 2026 at 4:35am

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The Golden State Warriors, dealing with a slew of injuries to key players, put up a valiant effort but ultimately fell short against the New York Knicks, losing 110-107 on Sunday. Head coach Steve Kerr praised his team's hard work and determination, saying he couldn't ask for more from the depleted squad.

Why it matters

The Warriors' tough season has been marked by injuries to stars like Stephen Curry, Draymond Green, and others, making their playoff push an uphill battle. Kerr's positive comments about the team's effort despite the loss show the resilience of the defending champions as they fight to keep their postseason hopes alive.

The details

The Warriors built an early 35-21 lead after the first quarter, but the Knicks fought back to make it a close game. Kerr said the team was "beaten up" and "short-handed" but kept giving themselves a chance to win. Several key Warriors players, including Curry, Green, and Kristaps Porzingis, were ruled out due to injuries and illness.

  • The Warriors lost to the Knicks 110-107 on Sunday, March 16, 2026.
  • Stephen Curry has missed 17 straight games due to a knee injury.

The players

Steve Kerr

Head coach of the Golden State Warriors.

Stephen Curry

Four-time NBA champion and star guard for the Golden State Warriors who has been sidelined with a knee injury.

Draymond Green

Veteran forward for the Golden State Warriors who was ruled out of the game against the Knicks due to a back injury.

Kristaps Porzingis

7-foot-2 star player for the New York Knicks who missed the game against the Warriors due to illness.

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What they’re saying

“I could not ask for anything more. These guys are so fun to coach. They're playing so hard together. I just want them to be rewarded for their efforts. We've lost a few of these, but we're gonna keep fighting, keep getting better.”

— Steve Kerr, Head Coach, Golden State Warriors (NBC)

“Beaten up right now, and short-handed. But they keep giving themselves a chance to win night-after-night, it's beautiful to watch.”

— Steve Kerr, Head Coach, Golden State Warriors (NBC)

What’s next

The Warriors' next game will be on Monday against the Washington Wizards as they continue their push for a playoff spot.

The takeaway

Despite the Warriors' injury-plagued season, head coach Steve Kerr remains proud of his team's effort and determination, praising their resilience as they fight to keep their postseason dreams alive in the face of adversity.