The Golden State Warriors, once the darlings of the NBA and the team to beat, have found themselves outside the championship conversation in the eyes of NBA general managers. In the recently released annual general manager survey, the Warriors received zero championship votes, an indication that they are no longer viewed as the frontrunners for the coveted title. However, head coach Steve Kerr remains unfazed by the lack of confidence in his team, emphasizing that outside predictions have never influenced their performance.
Steve Kerr Brushes Off Warriors’ Lack of Championship Votes in GM Survey
In a lighthearted manner, Kerr addressed the survey results during a media session, stating, “I don’t care. Makes no difference. It never did anything for me when people picked us. Doesn’t do anything for me that they don’t, so it’s just stuff – interesting stuff for fans to read, but nothing helpful or harmful for us. Definitely not any bulletin board material. Not posting that on the locker room wall… I don’t think anybody cares.”
Kerr’s dismissive attitude toward external expectations is not surprising, given the Warriors’ history of proving doubters wrong. In the years leading up to their 2022 championship, they were often underestimated and overlooked. The team’s ability to rise to the occasion and deliver on the biggest stage is a testament to their resilience and determination.
Kerr remains unfazed by predictions as Warriors seek redemption
Following a disappointing season that followed their 2022 title run, the Warriors face the challenge of proving that they still possess the winning formula. The regular season and postseason of the previous year did not live up to expectations, leading to the current lack of championship hype. With the Denver Nuggets currently favored in the Western Conference and formidable opponents in the Eastern Conference, Golden State finds themselves in an underdog position.
Nonetheless, the Warriors’ lack of prominence in preseason predictions does not concern Kerr or his players. The team understands that championships are not won on paper but earned through hard work, dedication, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. The absence of external pressure may even serve as motivation for the team to exceed expectations.
While the Warriors’ path to redemption may not be easy, Kerr and his players remain focused on their goal of returning to the upper echelons of the NBA. The team’s core, led by Stephen Curry, Draymond Green, and Klay Thompson, has a proven track record of success and a wealth of experience in overcoming adversity.
As the upcoming season approaches, the Warriors will use the lack of championship votes as fuel to reignite their competitive fire. With renewed determination and a chip on their shoulders, Golden State aims to remind the league why they were once considered a dynasty.
In the end, it is the actions on the court that will determine the Warriors’ fate, not the opinions of NBA general managers or preseason surveys.