An offseason can reshape a franchise, and for the Golden State Warriors, the biggest question is not about players. It is about Steve Kerr. Before any roster moves, his future needs clarity. Voices around the league have grown louder, pointing to his rigidity and outspoken nature. Yet beneath that noise lies a different reality. Criticism exists, but so does belief, and despite the doubts, there is still no real push inside the organization to see him go.

According to Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints, “There is not one person within the organization who wants Kerr to walk away, sources said.” He added, “Lacob and Dunleavy have both made it known to Kerr that they want him back, as have Curry, Green, and the entire locker room. One of the main reasons Butler feels so comfortable with the Warriors since arriving at last year’s trade deadline is due to the family-like atmosphere Kerr has helped create.”

Both sides are still working through what comes next, but the front office has made its stance clear. They want Kerr back. At the same time, missing the playoffs in two of the last three seasons, including this year’s play-in exit, has pushed the franchise into a tense offseason. Now, all eyes shift to Lacob, Dunleavy, and Kerr. Until the coaching decision is settled, everything else remains on hold.

Talks have already kicked off over the weekend, and now the clock is ticking. Steve Kerr and the Golden State Warriors will decide their future within days, targeting early May for a final call. Moreover, the franchise wants direction locked in before the front office, scouts, and executives head to Chicago for the NBA Draft Combine in the second week of May. Meanwhile, Kerr’s own stance adds another layer of intrigue.

Despite mixed signals throughout the season, Kerr has yet to tell the organization what he truly wants. Walking away is not simple. His bond with Stephen Curry and Draymond Green runs deep, and for years the vision has been clear to finish this journey together, especially with Curry, whose final years continue to shape every decision around the franchise.

“This is a really interesting situation,” Coach Kerr told The New Yorker in a recent interview. “I’m very respectful of the organization and their place in the universe right now. And I know how this stuff works. Most coaching runs just last a certain amount of time, and then it’s best for everybody to move forward. And what we have to figure out is whether now is that time, because what complicates it is we still have Steph and Draymond. I don’t want to abandon those guys.”

With Steph Curry and Draymond Green locked in for at least one more year, uncertainty still lingers over who leads them next season. If Steve Kerr steps away, the ripple effects could be massive. Meanwhile, Green’s $27.6 million player option looms large. Add in his role in trade talks for Giannis Antetokounmpo, and suddenly, every decision feels tightly connected.

And therefore, the biggest question amidst the team’s desires to keep the 60-year-old with the team is what the Golden State Warriors will look like once Kerr makes a choice.

Changes in the Warriors with or without Steve Kerr

Inside the Golden State Warriors, everything circles back to Steve Kerr. If he walks away, the franchise could face major roster changes. Joe Lacob has made it clear that contention remains the goal in a stacked Western Conference, which adds urgency to every decision. Whether Kerr stays or leaves, the mission remains the same: maximize what is left of Stephen Curry’s championship window.

However, finances complicate every bold move. Draymond Green’s $27.6 million player option will heavily influence the team’s flexibility. The Warriors have explored star-level upgrades in the past, and that mindset has not changed, but with $56.8 million committed to Jimmy Butler and $12.5 million to Moses Moody, their financial room is tight. Any major move would likely require significant draft capital, and Kerr’s decision could directly impact how aggressive the front office chooses to be.

Then come the ripple effects across the roster. Al Horford holds a $6M option, while De’Anthony Melton sits at $3.4M and could test free agency. Kristaps Porzingis also enters the market after arriving via a trade involving Jonathan Kuminga. Kerr’s call influences all. If he exits, a full reset looms, and several key names could vanish before the 2026-27 season.

Now everything comes down to what Steve Kerr wants. The organization has made its position clear, but the final call rests with him. With the offseason timeline moving quickly, his decision will shape not just the coaching staff, but the entire direction of the Warriors moving forward.