"We're not giving in. But you have to be realistic organizationally about where you are," Kerr told The Athletic on Monday.

When Steve Kerr took over for Mark Jackson, who had just helped the Golden State Warriors to a 51-31 record , there were high expectations. The former point guard met the challenge head on, winning a championship in his first season as head coach.

During his postgame news conference, Kerr praised Hield's impact and noted that he's become a core part of the locker room by being a 'great teammate.' “Buddy, he’s been press