UPDATE: In a dramatic turn of events, Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr was ejected during the fourth quarter of a nail-biting game against the Los Angeles Clippers on Monday night. The incident unfolded with 7:57 remaining, following a heated exchange with officials over a controversial missed call on Clippers’ player John Collins for goaltending.
Kerr’s emotional outburst, which included crossing midcourt to confront referees, resulted in back-to-back technical fouls. This ejection marked the fifth of Kerr’s coaching career. The Warriors ultimately fell short, losing 103-102 at the Intuit Dome, a game further complicated by star guard Stephen Curry fouling out for the first time since 2021.
What made this incident even more captivating was the presence of rapper Snoop Dogg, who was serving as a guest analyst. His live commentary added a surreal twist to the proceedings. “Uh oh! Steve gonna get thrown out! Get him out of there!” Snoop exclaimed, perfectly capturing the intensity of the moment. “The Arizona wildcat done came out. Look at him!”
Following the game, referee Brian Forte admitted to the officiating error, stating that the play “should have been ruled a goaltending violation,” according to ESPN. This acknowledgment underlines the significance of Kerr’s frustration during the match.
The tension on the court was palpable, especially considering that just two nights prior, Warriors forward Draymond Green was ejected for the 24th time in his career. Assistant coach Terry Stotts lightened the mood in a postgame conference, quipping that he had taken Kerr’s place at the podium to save him some money, hinting at potential fines for criticizing the officiating.
This stunning ejection and the humorous commentary from Snoop Dogg have already sparked widespread discussion among fans and analysts alike. As the NBA season progresses, all eyes will be on Kerr and the Warriors to see how they respond to this latest challenge.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story!
