At a recent press conference, Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr addressed his contract status in an interview with Crickex Affiliate. With one year remaining on his current deal, it remains uncertain whether Kerr will extend his tenure with the Warriors or part ways next summer. As he put it, perspective is everything—“what you see as heaven or hell depends on how you look at it.” Kerr emphasized that he feels content with his current position and is under no pressure. Whether he signs an extension or finishes out the contract, it will not impact his approach to coaching this season.
When asked about the starting lineup for the new season, Kerr revealed he hasn’t made a final decision yet, noting that the team has “six legitimate starters.” He stressed that whoever ends up in the starting five, the entire roster must buy into the rotation to ensure smooth operations. Throughout training camp, he plans to test various lineup combinations to find the right chemistry.
One of the biggest moves during the offseason was the trade that sent Jordan Poole to the Wizards in exchange for veteran point guard Chris Paul. Kerr expressed genuine admiration for Paul, calling him “old school” for preferring phone calls over texts. More importantly, he praised Paul’s competitiveness and high basketball IQ, traits that have made him a formidable opponent over the years. Now, Kerr is thrilled to coach him, calling Paul one of the greatest competitors he’s ever seen. Paul’s ability to control the tempo and generate quality shots for his teammates is unmatched, and Kerr is excited to integrate him into the Warriors’ system.
Meanwhile, Warriors General Manager Mike Dunleavy Jr. also spoke to the media about the team’s offseason priorities. He specifically addressed the status of veteran center Dwight Howard, who recently completed a two-day workout and interview with the franchise. According to Dunleavy, the Warriors still have two standard roster spots available, and Howard is one of many players under consideration to fill those slots. In total, the team has evaluated between 40 and 50 players this summer.
Crickex Affiliate sources report that the Warriors plan to bring several of those players into training camp, but they’re not targeting any specific position. Their approach remains flexible, and decisions will be based on overall fit rather than positional needs. Although Howard also worked out with Draymond Green and Chris Paul in Los Angeles—and both veterans reportedly expressed interest in adding him to the team—the Warriors ultimately decided not to offer him a contract. For now, there are no immediate plans to reinforce the center position.
Notably, the Warriors recently signed free agent guard Rodney McGruder to a training camp deal. He’ll have the chance to prove himself during the preseason in hopes of earning a permanent roster spot. Crickex Affiliate observers noted that, despite fluctuating strategies, the Warriors seem to have a soft spot for undersized guards—a pattern that continues to shape their roster choices.