The Golden State Warriors’ 2025-26 season has been nothing short of a whirlwind. Injuries, controversies, and long stretches of mediocre basketball have left the once-dynastic franchise fighting for a play-in spot rather than contending for a title. From the Jonathan Kuminga situation to season-ending injuries to Jimmy Butler and Moses Moody, and Stephen Curry’s extended absence with a knee injury, there has been little for Warriors fans to celebrate.
As the losses pile up and the play-in tournament looms, attention has naturally turned toward head coach Steve Kerr. In the NBA, the coach is often the first to shoulder blame when things go wrong — and Kerr has not been immune to criticism lately.
Many fans were frustrated by Kerr’s relationship with Kuminga, who was eventually traded before the February deadline. The personal dynamic between the two was heavily scrutinized, adding to the sense that the Warriors were drifting further from their championship identity.
Yet, despite the noise, it remains highly unlikely that Kerr will be relieved of his duties anytime soon.
Kerr’s Legacy and the Case for Patience
Sam Quinn of CBSSports.com recently addressed the topic, noting that Kerr — like Indiana Pacers coach Rick Carlisle — has earned so much capital within his organization that a firing is simply unrealistic.
“Steve Kerr (Warriors) and Rick Carlisle (Pacers) are so accomplished and have earned so much capital within their organizations that a firing is simply unrealistic,” Quinn wrote. “If they ever leave, it will be on their own terms.”
Kerr’s résumé speaks for itself. Since taking over after the 2013-14 season, he has led the Warriors to five straight NBA Finals, four titles (including the 2022 championship), and established one of the most successful runs in modern NBA history. His basketball IQ, player relationships, and ability to adapt schemes have made him one of the most respected coaches in the league.
As long as Stephen Curry and Draymond Green remain the core of the roster, Kerr’s position feels secure. The three have shared countless regular-season and postseason victories. Their rapport — built over more than a decade — is one of the strongest coach-player relationships in NBA history. As long as Curry is in Warriors blue and yellow, it is difficult to imagine Kerr leaving the organization.
The Pressure Is Still Real
That said, Warriors fans are growing impatient. The franchise icon is still playing at an elite level and deserves every chance to compete for another title before his career ends. The current roster, plagued by injuries and age, feels like a far cry from the dynastic teams of the mid-2010s.
Kerr and the front office are under pressure to make meaningful moves this offseason to give Curry one last realistic shot at contention. Whether that means pursuing a star like LeBron James or Kawhi Leonard on a short-term deal, retooling the supporting cast around Curry, Green, and Kristaps Porziņģis, or finding the right balance of youth and veteran experience, the expectation is clear: the Warriors cannot simply rest on past glory.
The Kerr-Curry era has been one of the most successful in NBA history. Who knows how long it will take Golden State to return to the Finals — or win another title — once both are gone. Pulling off one last hurrah would be the perfect ending to a historic run.
Final Thoughts
Steve Kerr’s job is safe for the foreseeable future, thanks to his accomplishments and the trust he has built with Curry and Green. But the pressure is mounting. The Warriors are no longer the dominant force they once were, and the window with Curry is closing.
This offseason will be critical. The front office must find a way to build a roster that can compete now while preserving enough flexibility for the future. Kerr has earned the right to lead that charge — but he and the organization both know that another disappointing season could change the conversation quickly.
Warriors fans, do you believe Steve Kerr deserves more time to turn things around, or is it time for a new voice on the sidelines? Would you support a big splash this summer to give Curry one final title shot, even if it means taking on risk and age?
The Kerr-Curry era has given Golden State some of its greatest memories. One more deep playoff run would be a fitting send-off.