Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr has found himself in one of the most random headlines to kick off 2026 — NBA fans are buzzing after reports linked him to Chelsea Football Club.
Following the sacking of Enzo Maresca, Kerr was humorously floated as a possible replacement, drawing comparisons to the fictional Ted Lasso.
While the rumor isn’t confirmed, NBA fans had plenty of fun with the idea.
@Ration_alist said, “Kerr will implement Boehly’s favoured 4-4-3 formation and win everything.”
Kerr will implement Boehly’s favoured 4-4-3 formation and win everything.
— Rationalist (@Ration_alist) January 1, 2026
@EmenaIo replied, “An American just told me he’s the Guardiola of basketball,” comparing Kerr to Manchester City’s manager, Pep Guardiola.
And @SportsSlander_ capped it off with: “Imagine Steve Kerr’s disappointment when he sees mudryk sterling and cucurella instead of Steph Klay and Draymond.”
Though unlikely, the crossover chatter shows how Kerr’s reputation stretches beyond basketball.
“The Ultimate Cheat Code”: NBA Fans Applaud Kerr’s Witty Answer
While football fans joked about Kerr in the Premier League, NBA fans hyped him up for a clever response in a recent press conference.
Asked what advice he’d give his younger self, Kerr simply said: “Coach Steph Curry.”
NBA fans loved the honesty.
@NoBanksNearby applauded Kerr and said, “The ultimate cheat code, coach.”
The ultimate cheat code, coach.
— NoBanks Nearby 👉 apple.co/4otr5L2 (@NoBanksNearby) December 28, 2025
@talk2abdul0 expounded, “Steve Kerr dropping timeless wisdom: if you get the chance to coach Steph Curry, take it and run. That smirk says he knows exactly how lucky he got.”
And @aifutureproof made an interesting point, saying, “won championships with Michael + Steph and set records for most wins with both. this dude might have the most decorated nba career of all-time.”
Between wild Chelsea rumors and his sharp one‑liners, Steve Kerr continues to prove why NBA fans see him as one of the most decorated and entertaining figures in the sport.
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