“It might still go on. It may not,” said Steve Kerr after the Golden State Warriors were eliminated from the playoffs.
Early Tuesday, the Warriors lost 111-96 to the Phoenix Suns in the play-in tournament. This defeat raises questions about Kerr’s future as head coach.
Stephen Curry expressed his desire for Kerr’s happiness, stating, “I want coach to be happy, I want him to be excited about the job.” Yet, uncertainty looms over the team’s direction following their playoff exit.
The Orlando Magic secured the eighth seed in the playoffs by defeating the Charlotte Hornets 121-90. This victory sets them up for a challenging postseason ahead.
As of midday, the Cleveland Cavaliers won Game 1 against the Toronto Raptors, scoring 126-113. The Cavaliers dominated in the paint, racking up 48 points against their opponents.
In another matchup, the Denver Nuggets triumphed over the Minnesota Timberwolves with a score of 116-105. Nikola Jokić was a standout performer, recording a triple-double with 25 points, 13 rebounds, and 11 assists.
Historically, the Cavaliers have a strong playoff record against the Raptors—12 wins to just two losses all-time. They have won all three previous series against Toronto.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding any immediate changes within the Warriors’ organization. As fans await further announcements, they reflect on a season that ended sooner than expected.
