OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) – Steve Kerr is smiling a lot these days.
He can drive 15 minutes to watch his daughter, Maddy, play volleyball at the University of California. He can take a short flight to see his son, Nick, compete on the University of San Diego’s basketball team. And he can summon his wife, Margot, and their youngest son, Matthew, for weekend trips to the Bay Area from their Southern California home.
As if being surrounded by family wasn’t sweet enough, Kerr’s career has never been better.
The rookie coach has guided the Golden State Warriors (41-9) to the NBA’s best record, earned the right to lead the Western Conference in the All-Star game and built a strong case for NBA Coach of the Year honors.
“Life’s good. I don’t have any stress right now,” Kerr said.