San Francisco, California – Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr, known for his role in leading the team to four NBA championships, has recently signed a lucrative two-year contract extension worth $35 million, making him the highest-paid coach in league history. The news of Kerr’s extension was confirmed by his agents, Rick Smith and Dan Eveloff of Priority Sports.
Kerr’s previous contract was set to expire at the end of the 2023-24 season, but this extension will now keep him with the Warriors through the 2025-26 campaign, aligning his contract with star player Stephen Curry. While sources indicate that San Antonio Spurs coach Gregg Popovich earns more annually, Kerr’s new deal solidifies his status as the highest-paid coach in terms of base salary.
The negotiations between Kerr’s representatives and Golden State’s general manager, Mike Dunleavy Jr., have been ongoing for several months, ensuring that the Warriors retain a coach with an impressive .655 winning percentage, ranking him fifth in NBA history. Owner Joe Lacob has made it a priority to keep Kerr at the helm of the organization.
Kerr, 58, has been a driving force behind the Warriors’ success, leading the team through a period that saw them secure four championships and six NBA Finals appearances. With Kerr’s leadership, the Warriors have become synonymous with success and are now entering a phase of transition with core players like Curry, Draymond Green, and Klay Thompson.
Not only has Kerr found success in the NBA, but he also serves as the head coach for Team USA, leading the team in the upcoming 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. His coaching prowess was further highlighted when he reached his 500th career win, making him the fifth-fastest coach to achieve this milestone in league history.
Throughout his nine-year tenure with the Warriors, Kerr has amassed a record of 501-264 and played a pivotal role in the team’s historic 73-win regular season in 2015-16. As Kerr continues to lead the Warriors into a new era, his extension solidifies his place as a cornerstone of the franchise’s success.