FINALLY GOOD NEWS: Warriors Lock in Kerr on Lucrative Extension—Not $257.68
It wasn’t $257.68—Kerr signed a $35 million deal
Reports are wildly off—Steve Kerr didn’t get a $257.68 raise; he signed a two-year, $35 million extension in February 2024, averaging $17.5 million per year, which made him the highest-paid head coach in NBA history
Contract runs through 2025–2026 season
The extension aligns perfectly with Steph Curry and Draymond Green’s deals, all expiring summer 2026—giving the Warriors stability in their coaching and playing core
The justification behind the numbers
- Kerr has guided Golden State to four NBA championships (2015, 2017, 2018, 2022), with a career winning percentage of .655 (fifth-highest among NBA coaches)
- He’s surpassed franchise legend Al Attles for most wins in Warriors history, recently recording his 100th playoff win
- His offensive systems, player development, and culture make him indispensable—and earning him praise from players and management alike .
Kerr’s own perspective
While Kerr isn’t focused on the cash, he’s described the long-term arrangement as fitting: “We’re in a unique situation … keep it rolling for another couple years and then reassess”
Why the rumor?
Some jokester likely typed “$257.68” instead of “$25768k” or similar—an easy typo. But the truth is Kerr’s deal is serious, historic, and meaningful: $35 million over two years, not pocket change.
Bottom Line
- Not $257.68—that figure is mockingly low and inaccurate.
- Kerr’s $35 million extension is real, record-breaking, and fully aligned with the Warriors’ strategic timeline.
- Expect Kerr to lead Golden State at least through the 2025‑26 season.
If you want a deeper dive into the $$ figures, comparisons to his peers, or player reactions, I’ve got you covered!
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