San Francisco, California – The Golden State Warriors have finalized their coaching staff for the upcoming season, with the addition of veteran coach Terry Stotts and former NBA All-Star player Jerry Stackhouse. Both coaches are set to join head coach Steve Kerr on the front bench, alongside Kris Weems, who retained his position from last season. Stotts, with 13 years of head-coaching experience, most recently with the Portland Trail Blazers, will step into the role left vacant by Kenny Atkinson, who departed to coach the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Stackhouse, a two-time All-Star turned coach, brings a wealth of experience from his time coaching with the Toronto Raptors and the Memphis Grizzlies. With Stotts’ expertise and Stackhouse’s strong leadership, the Warriors are optimistic about the strength of their coaching staff for the upcoming season. The team has undergone some changes following the unexpected passing of assistant coach Dejan “Deki” Milojević earlier this year, creating an opportunity for Stackhouse to join the staff.
Despite initial plans to maintain stability within the coaching staff, Kerr made the decision to bring in coaches with previous head-coaching experience after Atkinson’s departure. The addition of Stotts and Stackhouse is seen as a strategic move to further enhance the team’s coaching capabilities. The changes reflect the Warriors’ commitment to ensuring a strong coaching foundation for the upcoming season, as they aim to build on their successes and improve their performance on the court.
The Warriors’ coaching staff now consists of seasoned professionals who bring a diverse range of skills and experiences to the team. With Stotts, Stackhouse, and Weems working alongside Kerr, the team is poised to benefit from a blend of expertise, leadership, and strategic insight. As the new season approaches, all eyes will be on the Warriors’ coaching staff as they prepare to guide the team to success on the court.