Warriors reportedly targeting surprise SEC coach if Kerr departs
If Steve Kerr doesn't return for a 13th season in the Bay Area, the backup plan is reportedly already set.
Warriors reportedly targeting surprise SEC coach if Kerr departs originally appeared on The Sporting News . Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here . The Golden State Warriors are reportedly considering targeting Florida Gators head coach Todd Golden if Steve Kerr doesn't return for a 13th season.
Yahoo Sports' Kevin O'Connor reported on Monday night that the SEC coach is a strong candidate to take over as head coach. "If Steve Kerr leaves, the Warriors will pursue Florida Gators head coach Todd Golden, according to my league sources," O'Connor said. Kerr is said to be 50-50 on a return for another season, according to ESPN.
Sources close to the Warriors also reported that the franchise is interested in a multi-year extension with Kerr, who led them to four NBA titles. The speculation follows a disappointing 37-45 campaign that saw the Warriors miss the playoffs entirely, fueling growing uncertainty over Kerr's future in the Bay Area. Warriors forward Draymond Green doesn't seem to think Kerr is coming back, according to a Monday comment.
"I hope he's our coach next season," Green said on his podcast , "The Draymond Green Show. " "You want my opinion? I think not.