Warriors considered Dusty May as coach if Kerr did not return
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 5:30 PM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
NBA insider Brian Windhorst revealed that Dusty May could have been a potential coaching candidate for the Golden State Warriors had Steve Kerr not re-signed. May's recent agreement with the Dallas Mavericks to take over as head coach follows speculation about the Warriors’ interest in him and other college coaches. The Warriors were linked to Florida head coach Todd Golden before confirming Kerr's new contract, suggesting a shift in coaching strategy was possible. Kerr's status with the team remains impactful as the Warriors look ahead.
- •Dusty May joins the Dallas Mavericks as head coach.
- •Kerr's re-signing affected coaching possibilities for the Warriors.
- •Brian Windhorst mentioned May as a candidate for the Warriors.
- •The Warriors had previously considered Todd Golden for the role.
- 5:30 PMYahoo Sports — Insider reveals potential Warriors coaching target had Kerr not re-signed
"NBA insider Brian Windhorst revealed that Dusty May could have been considered by the Warriors if Steve Kerr didn't return.
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