In a move that has sent shockwaves through the NBA world, Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr has officially resigned from his position, stunning players, fans, and the entire Warriors organization. The decision comes unexpectedly just weeks before the start of training camp for the 2025-26 NBA season.
A Sudden and Emotional Departure
Kerr, who led the Warriors to four NBA championships and helped build a dynasty alongside Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson, and Draymond Green, made the announcement in a closed-door meeting with team executives and players early Friday morning. Sources inside the organization described the atmosphere as “tense, emotional, and filled with disbelief.”
> “It was like the air left the room,” said one unnamed player. “Nobody saw this coming.”
The Reason Behind the Shocking Decision
While Kerr has not yet given a public statement detailing the reason for his departure, insiders close to the situation cite internal disagreements with front office direction, frustration with recent roster decisions, and burnout after a decade of high-stakes coaching as likely factors.
“This was not a decision made overnight,” said a team insider. “There’s been building tension over the last year, and it finally reached a breaking point.”
The Warriors Front Office Reacts
The Warriors organization was reportedly blindsided by Kerr’s resignation. General Manager Mike Dunleavy Jr. issued a brief statement:
> “We are shocked and deeply saddened by Steve’s sudden decision. His leadership and vision helped define an era of greatness for the Warriors. We respect his choice, and we wish him nothing but peace and fulfillment in whatever comes next.”
Team owner Joe Lacob, who had publicly supported Kerr earlier this offseason, is expected to hold a press conference later today.
NBA Accepts Resignation Boldly
The NBA league office has acknowledged the resignation in an official release, thanking Kerr for his “immense contributions to the game” and calling him “one of the most influential coaches of the modern era.”
Commissioner Adam Silver reportedly spoke to Kerr personally and expressed both understanding and disappointment. Silver noted that while the league is “losing a brilliant basketball mind,” Kerr’s decision to step away “reflects the immense pressures that come with the job at the highest level.”
What’s Next for the Warriors?
With training camp around the corner and no successor named, the Warriors find themselves in immediate crisis mode. Assistant coach Kenny Atkinson is considered a leading candidate for interim head coach, but sources say the front office is exploring “all options.”
Meanwhile, the players—especially long-time veterans—are left reeling. Stephen Curry has yet to issue a statement, but insiders report he was “vi
sibly emotional” during the meeting.
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