Steve Kerr returned to the Golden State Warriors for a 13th season after admitting his 12th year fell short. In a San Francisco media session, the veteran coach said he had to be better and that the 37‑45 record and missed playoffs highlighted a need for change. He blamed the team’s 15.7 turnovers per game.

General manager Mike Dunleavy described the season as “pretty underwhelming” and pointed to injuries and age as the main culprits. Steve Kerr admitted the ball was “literally loose” and vowed to tighten the ship. The plan hinges on the 11th draft pick, with options to trade or keep a young prospect.

Key roster questions loom: Draymond Green’s $27.6 million player option, Kristaps Porzingis’s free‑agent status, and the recovery of Jimmy Butler and Moses Moody from knee injuries. Curry, still eligible for a new deal, remains central as the team seeks a balance between veteran leadership and youthful energy.

Kerr emphasized that the Warriors will no longer chase an impossible championship but will rebuild a winning foundation for Curry’s and Green’s twilight years. The organization’s focus shifts to tightening ball control, improving depth, and making smart draft moves to secure a competitive core for the next few seasons.