In a historic night at the Chase Center, Steve Kerr solidified his place in Golden State Warriors history by becoming the winningest coach in franchise history with his 558th career regular-season victory. Kerr surpassed legendary coach Al Attles' record, a fitting tribute to the man known as Mr. Warrior for his decades-long dedication to the team. After the Warriors' hard-fought win against the New York Knicks, Kerr was presented with the game ball by the Attles family, a touching moment that highlighted the organizational strength and talent that have defined the Warriors during Kerr's tenure.
The milestone victory was celebrated with a heartfelt video featuring basketball luminaries such as Phil Jackson, Erik Spoelstra, Mike Brown, and Willie Green congratulating Kerr on his achievement. Kerr, who has guided the Warriors to four championships, was particularly moved by the words of his mentor, Phil Jackson, whose influence on Kerr's coaching philosophy and approach to building relationships with players has been profound. Kerr's impact on the Warriors' culture and success was praised by star players Draymond Green and Stephen Curry, who credited him for instilling a winning mentality and fostering a close-knit team environment that has been instrumental in the team's success.