Stephen Douglas Kerr is an American former professional basketball player and coach with a profound connection to the Golden State Warriors. His illustrious playing career was marked by five NBA championships, with three of those triumphs achieved as a key member of the Chicago Bulls and two with the San Antonio Spurs. Additionally, Kerr has coached the Warriors to three championship titles, demonstrating his remarkable ability to adapt and succeed in various roles.
Born and raised in the Middle East, Kerr's formative years were spent in Los Angeles, California, where he attended Palisades Charter High School and played for the Palisades Dolphins. His college basketball journey took him to the Arizona Wildcats, where he honed his skills and prepared for a successful professional career.
Kerr's professional basketball odyssey began in 1988 with the Phoenix Suns, before being traded to the Cleveland Cavaliers, where he spent three seasons. He then spent a solitary season with the Orlando Magic before joining the Chicago Bulls, with whom he played a pivotal role in securing their second championship. In 1999, the San Antonio Spurs acquired him from the Bulls and, together, they went on to win four consecutive NBA titles, making Kerr one of only two players to have achieved this remarkable feat.
After a season-long stint with the Portland Trail Blazers, Kerr concluded his playing career with the Spurs in 2003. Following his retirement, he transitioned to a television analyst role and, from 2007 to 2010, served as the general manager of the Phoenix Suns.
In 2014, Kerr joined the Golden State Warriors as their head coach, leading the team to three championship titles and cementing his status as a highly respected and successful coach in the NBA.
