Steve Kerr, the head coach of the Golden State Warriors, thought back on a difficult 2023–24 season in which a record number of supporters demanded that he be fired from his position leading the team.
Kerr stated in a Fox Sports interview that he is bothered by the fans’ desire for him to be replaced.
“Hell yes, it does.”
Kerr reaffirmed that he is appreciative of the luxury lifestyle he has amassed via basketball and that he is willing to tolerate rumors about his job security.
“I never in a million years thought that playing basketball would be my life’s work and that it would bring me this level of success… That’s a fairly good trade-off if the cost is for people to think that I ought to be fired.”
Additionally, Kerr expressed his desire for this chapter of the club to conclude with dignity for each and every one of his players, emphasizing how much he loves the part he played in the Warriors’ success.
“I’m not attempting to act utterly humble and claim that I had no involvement in anything. Yes, I did play a part in it. It also filled me with pride. However, everything came together well, and there needs to be an honesty
The Warriors, who finished the season as the No. 10 seed in the West, were defeated by an ailing Sacramento Kings team, who were also eliminated from the playoffs, in the 9–10 Play-In game.
This season, team owner Joe Lacob extended Kerr’s contract, probably as a thank you for leading the team over the past 10 years and leading them to an unexpected title in 2022.
It was anticipated that the championship dynasty would endure.
It was important for Steve Kerr to discuss how the players wanted this chapter of the team to finish with dignity since, should he be let go this summer, one player may have an unjustifiable farewell to the Warriors. It’s Klay Thompson, who failed to score in the Warriors’ Play-In game against the Kings.
“It is impossible for me to be apart from those two guys. I am aware that the league is subject to change, that a lot of factors are involved, and that our time as players is limited. But together, we had so many experiences. Ultimately, my only concern is winning since I know that’s what they and I both want.”
Draymond Green made the argument that the team has taken good care of him and Steph, so they should take similar care of Klay.
“The best case scenario for this club and organization, in my opinion, is for Klay to stay. They treated me fairly. They’ve treated Steph fairly. We’ve all been treated fairly by them.”
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