Steve Kerr's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Steve Kerr.

Steve Kerr is an American professional basketball coach for the Golden State Warriors, and former player, broadcaster, commentator and executive. Renowned for his accuracy as a three-point shooter, he holds the NBA record for highest career three-point percentage. Kerr has achieved remarkable success, winning nine NBA championships: five as a player and four as a head coach. His accomplishments led to his recognition as one of the 15 Greatest Coaches in NBA History and served as the head coach of the U.S. national team.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles

1985: Pac-10 Free Throw Shooting Leader

In 1985-86, Steve Kerr led the Pac-10 in free throw shooting with 89.9%.

1986: FIBA World Championship

In the summer of 1986, Steve Kerr was named to the U.S. national team that competed in the FIBA World Championship in Spain. The team won the title, marking the first time since 1954.

1987: Three-Point Percentage Record

In 1987-88, Steve Kerr set an NCAA single-season record for three-point percentage (57.3%, 114–199).

1987: NCAA Three-Point Record

In the 1987-88 season, Steve Kerr set the NCAA single-season three-point field goal percentage record at 57.3%.

1988: All-American Honors and NBA Draft

In 1988, Steve Kerr earned All-American honors as a senior playing college basketball for the Arizona Wildcats. He was then selected by the Phoenix Suns in the second round of the NBA draft.

1988: Taunted by Arizona State Fans and NCAA Tournament

In 1988, Steve Kerr was taunted by Arizona State fans. He led the Wildcats to victory. Along with teammate Sean Elliott, Kerr helped the Wildcats reach the Final Four of the 1988 NCAA tournament.

1994: Single-Season Three-Point Shooting Percentage

In 1994-95, Steve Kerr had the league's all-time leader in single-season three-point shooting percentage at .524

1994: Franchise Single-Season Record

In the 1994-95 season, Steve Kerr set the Bulls' franchise single-season three-point field goal percentage (.524) record.

1995: Warriors broke the 1995–96 Chicago Bulls 72–10 record by winning 73 games

In the 2015-2016 season, the Warriors broke the 1995–96 Chicago Bulls 72–10 record by winning 73 games

1996: NBA Championship with the Bulls

In 1996, Steve Kerr and the Chicago Bulls defeated the Seattle SuperSonics in six games to win the NBA Finals.

1997: NBA Finals Game 6 Winning Shot and Three-Point Contest Win

In 1997, during Game 6 of the NBA Finals, Steve Kerr made a 17-foot jump shot to win the championship for the Chicago Bulls. He also won the Three-Point Contest at the 1997 NBA All-Star Weekend.

1998: Assisted in Game 2 of the NBA Finals

In 1998, during Game 2 of the NBA Finals, Steve Kerr missed a three-pointer but passed to Jordan, leading to a three-point play that put the Bulls in the lead for good. The Bulls won the series.

2003: NBA Championship with the Spurs and Retirement

In 2003, Steve Kerr helped the Spurs win the NBA championship and announced his retirement after the NBA Finals.

2004: Stephen Curry named the league's first ever unanimous MVP

In the 2015-2016 season, Stephen Curry was named the league's first ever unanimous MVP in history, becoming the 11th player in history to win the award in consecutive seasons and the first guard to do so since Steve Nash in 2004–05.

2005: Stephen Curry named the league's first ever unanimous MVP

2006: Shooting Stars Competition

During the 2006 NBA All-Star Weekend, Steve Kerr was a member of the San Antonio team that won the Shooting Stars Competition.

December 10, 2014: First NBA rookie head coach to win 21 of his first 23 games

On December 10, 2014, Steve Kerr became the first NBA rookie head coach to achieve 21 wins in his initial 23 games.

2014: Warriors equal their 2014–15 regular-season record of 67–15

In the 2016-2017 season, the Warriors equaled their 2014–15 regular-season record of 67–15, their second most wins in franchise history.

2015: Warriors win 2015 NBA Finals

In 2015, Steve Kerr led the Warriors to victory in the NBA Finals against the Cleveland Cavaliers in six games, securing his first championship as a head coach.

2015: Named head coach of the Western Conference team for the 2015 NBA All-Star Game

In 2015, Steve Kerr was named the head coach of the Western Conference team for the 2015 NBA All-Star Game, after the Warriors showcased the best record in the conference.

2015: First NBA Championship as Head Coach

In 2015, Steve Kerr won his first NBA Championship as head coach of the Golden State Warriors.

2017: Second NBA Championship as Head Coach

In 2017, Steve Kerr won his second NBA Championship as head coach of the Golden State Warriors.

2017: Warriors win 2017 NBA Finals

In 2017, Steve Kerr, with Mike Brown as acting head coach during Kerr's absence, led the Warriors to win the NBA Finals, defeating the Cleveland Cavaliers in five games. The Warriors finished the playoffs with a 16–1 record, the best postseason winning percentage in NBA history.

2018: Third NBA Championship as Head Coach

In 2018, Steve Kerr won his third NBA Championship as head coach of the Golden State Warriors.

2018: Warriors win 2018 NBA Finals

In 2018, Steve Kerr won his third championship as head coach when the Warriors swept the Cleveland Cavaliers in four games during the NBA Finals, marking his eighth championship overall.

2020: Assistant Coach for Olympic Gold Medal Team

In 2020, Steve Kerr served as an assistant coach for the United States men's Olympic basketball team that won the gold medal at the Summer Olympics.

2022: Warriors win 2022 NBA Finals

In 2022, Steve Kerr led the Warriors to the NBA Finals, where they defeated the Boston Celtics in six games, marking his fourth championship as head coach and ninth overall.

2022: Named Top 15 Coaches in NBA History

In 2022, Steve Kerr was recognized as one of the Top 15 Coaches in NBA History when the league celebrated its 75th anniversary.

2022: Fourth NBA Championship as Head Coach

In 2022, Steve Kerr won his fourth NBA Championship as head coach of the Golden State Warriors.

2024: Four Straight Titles After 1969

As of 2024, Steve Kerr is the only NBA player to win four straight NBA titles after 1969.

2024: Olympic Gold Medal at Paris Olympics

At the 2024 Summer Olympics Men's Basketball Tournament, Steve Kerr coached the United States team to its fifth consecutive gold medal at Paris' Bercy Arena in a win over host country France, 98–87.