Golden State Warriors star Draymond Green expressed doubt that Steve Kerr will return as head coach next season, contradicting his earlier public hope for Kerr's return. Green shared his prediction on his podcast 'The Draymond Green Show' three days after Kerr acknowledged this season might have been his last with the team.

Kerr and the Warriors were eliminated in Phoenix last Friday, concluding their 12th season together. During an emotional sideline moment captured by microphones, Kerr told Green and Stephen Curry 'I don't know what's going to happen next, but I love you guys to death.' The veteran coach plans to take one to two weeks to consider his future, with no substantial conversations occurring over the weekend.

Team sources indicate Joe Lacob wants Kerr to demonstrate genuine enthusiasm for the daily grind rather than coaching out of loyalty to his star players. Management prefers a multiyear contract over a sentimental 'last dance' farewell tour. Meanwhile, Curry enters the final year of his contract with extension talks planned for summer, while Green faces uncertainty with his $27.6 million player option.