Kerr has been the coach since the 2014-15 season, compiling a 604-353 record (63.1% win rate) and leading Golden State to four NBA Finals titles. Yet the team has slipped in recent years, culminating in a playoff absence this season.
Several names have been floated as potential Kerr replacements, with former NBA star Jerry Stackhouse highlighted as a surprising option. Reports note Stackhouse’s D-League coaching success and his five-season stint coaching Vanderbilt, while Luke Walton and Terry Stotts are also discussed as possible fits for the Warriors.
Beyond Kerr, a broader, more aggressive shift could be on the table. A recent report suggests the Warriors might pursue sizable changes, potentially heading toward a rebuild that could place stars such as Stephen Curry, Draymond Green, and Jimmy Butler in play.
The organization could also choose to run it back with Kerr, aiming to capitalize on a healthier Jimmy Butler and an active offseason to add another star and stay in championship contention.
A rebuild would send ripple effects across the league, potentially reshaping both Golden State’s future and the broader competitive landscape, while a return-to-contender plan would keep the Warriors in the mix for another title run.
As the offseason unfolds, all eyes will be on Kerr’s decision and the Warriors’ next steps, with more clarity expected in the coming weeks.