Steve Kerr is one of the most popular coaches in the NBA. He has been part of three historic dynasties: the Chicago Bulls, San Antonio Spurs and Golden State Warriors. He was part of the final three-peat Bulls led by Michael Jordan. Later, He went on to win two rings with the San Antonio Spurs in 1999 and 2003. In 2014, he took the reigns to the Golden State Warriors and led them to six NBA Finals in eight years. He has helped the Warriors win four rings and has been awarded a Coach Of The Year award in 2016 for the same. He is one of the most sought-after coaches in the league and has taken the reigns of the United States of America Men's national team as well. He took the national duty from his mentor Gregg Popovich in 2021.
Kerr signed his first head coaching contract in 2014. The contract was valued at around $25 Million for five years. He signed an extension in 2018 valued at roughly $45 Million, and as of 2023, he is in his final year of contract. There have been a lot of rumours regarding his extensions, but nothing substantial as of yet has been put forth by the Warriors or Kerr. The Warriors have publicly claimed that the contract extensions for Draymond Green and Coach Steve Kerr are of utmost importance. Kerr has promised to stay with the franchise for a long time and does not consider his contract a priority.
What is Steve Kerr's salary?
As of 2023, It is reported that Steve earns between $9-9.5 Million annually. He is one of the highest-paid coaches in the NBA. He has earned roughly $37 Million since 2018 and is due for a hefty contract this postseason. Coach's contracts in the NBA often stay under the radar; however, it is reported that with the current payroll for coaches like Monty Williams, who earns $13 Million annually, Kerr might see a contract extension anywhere between $16 Million and $20 Million.
Steve Kerr Salary Growth
Steve Kerr was drafted in 1988 by Phoenix in the second round of the NBA draft as the 50th overall pick. He quickly made his way around the league and played for teams like the Chicago Bulls, Cleveland Cavaliers, Orlando Magic, Portland Trail Blazers and San Antonio Spurs. It is reported that he has made roughly $15.8 Million across his career as a player. His contact as a coach has increased from $5 Million annually to $9.5 Million annually. It is reported that he may receive a contract valued at $20 Million annually in 2024.
FAQs
A. Kerr's full name is Steve Douglas Kerr.
A. Steve Kerr was born in Beirut, Lebanon, on September 27, 1965.
A. Kerr began his coaching career in 2014 with the Golden State Warriors.
A. Steve Kerr was drafted by Phoenix Suns 2nd round as the 50th overall pick in the 1988 NBA Draft.
A. Steve Kerr played college basketball at the University of Arizona.
A. Kerr played Point Guard and Shooting Guard.
