Steve Kerr exit interview: Going deep on Draymond Green and the Warriors’ uncertain future
SAN FRANCISCO — Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr, as is typical in an exit interview setting, was detailed and revealing in his Thursday afternoon news conference, discussing a variety of big-picture talking points regarding the future of his eliminated team. Earlier in the afternoon, general manager Mike Dunleavy said he “can’t imagine a scenario” in which Green isn’t back with the team next season. We can add more shooting and limit Klay’s minutes.” Jonathan Kuminga’s need to sharpen his small forward skills In an answer about Kuminga’s season, Kerr mentioned the Warriors’ inability to put Kuminga as the small forward in lineups that include Green at power forward and another center on the floor. It is way harder now than it was nine years ago to succeed in this conference.” The continued backing of Draymond Green During a radio interview in the aftermath of Green’s ejection in Orlando last month, Kerr referred to the incident as “unforgivable,” considering Green’s past incidents and the importance of that particular game. I don’t think that’s possible.’ “But whatever he did over the last three months, he was the best version of himself, not just on the court, in the locker room, leading the young guys.
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