Steve Kerr merely first item on Warriors’ long, important offseason to-do list
Steve Kerr has agreed to return as head coach of the Golden State Warriors, marking the first step in a busy offseason for the team. The Warriors face key decisions on player contracts, including Steph Curry's extension, Draymond Green's player option, and long-term plans for Brandin Podziemski. They also hold the No. 11 draft pick and must address roster youth, injuries, and coaching staff vacancies.
- ▪Steph Curry has expressed interest in signing a contract extension and playing multiple additional seasons.
- ▪Draymond Green must decide whether to exercise his $27.7 million player option or pursue a new deal with the Warriors.
- ▪The Warriors hold the No. 11 pick in a deep draft and are considering using it to add youth or trade for a veteran star.
- ▪Golden State has multiple free agents, including Kristaps Porzingis and Gary Payton II, and must decide on several restricted free agents.
- ▪The team needs to fill three assistant coaching vacancies after the departures of Chris DeMarco, Jerry Stackhouse, and Terry Stotts.
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NBA Steve Kerr merely first item on Warriors’ long, important offseason to-do list By Evan Webeck Published May 17, 2026, 8:00 a.m. ET SAN FRANCISCO — The first domino of the Warriors’ offseason fell last week, when Steve Kerr signed to return as their head coach. Now, the real business can begin. “We have a lot to figure out this summer,” Kerr said. Steph Curry has expressed a desire to get an extension done. There is mutual interest in locking up Brandin Podziemski long term. Draymond Green must decide whether to exercise his player option or seek a longer-term deal at a lower annual figure. 3 The Warriors’ Steph Curry has indicated he wants to play “multiple” additional seasons. Lev Radin/Shutterstock Then there is the prospect of the No.
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