The turning point in any athlete’s career often hinges on the guidance they receive. For Golden State Warriors star Draymond Green , the arrival of Steve Kerr as head coach marked a defining shift, not just for the team but for the power forward personally.
The 34-year-old has often reflected on Kerr’s impact on his game, his mindset, and his professional growth through a decade of evolution, championship success, and the influence of leadership at the highest level of basketball.
Winning mentality
When Coach Kerr took over the Warriors in 2014, the team was already brimming with potential but lacked a cohesive identity. The head coach, who came in with zero experience in professional coaching, introduced an offensive philosophy rooted in movement, spacing, and unselfish play—a departure from the isolation-heavy systems dominating the NBA.
With sharpshooters like Steph Curry and Klay Thompson, the Dubs’ transformation was swift. The team posted a franchise-best 67-15 record in Kerr’s first season, culminating in an NBA championship in June 2015. The team didn’t just improve; each player found purpose and became better under the coach’s tutelage.