?Couple of Nepo Babies?: After Admitting his New ?Privilege? Role, Steve Kerr?s Son?s Latest Comments Leaves the Warriors Fans Divided

In the intricate tapestry of the NBA, narratives intertwine in unexpected ways. Lineage often plays a defining role. In a similar case, we have Nicholas Kerr who was recently appointed head coach of the Santa Cruz Warriors. Kerr has been candid about the privilege bestowed upon him due to his familial connections. As the son of 9x NBA champion Steve Kerr, Nicholas has high expectations from himself.

Steve has left an indelible mark as the Golden State Warriors head coach. But Nicholas’ journey raises questions about nepotism and meritocracy, sparking debate among fans. While Steve is on national duty in the FIBA World Cup, his son’s comments have left fans in splits.

The privilege and perception dilemma for Steve Kerr’s son

The world of basketball is no stranger to familial legacies. The experiences of their basketball-playing fathers have shaped icons like Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson. However, whether family ties guarantee success remains contentious. Fans debate whether being raised in a basketball environment inherently bestows an advantage or if exceptional talent is valued.

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In an era where talent and tenacity are lauded, discussions about privilege and nepotism remain ever-present. Kerr’s admission of the impact of his family connection on his NBA journey opens the door to an important conversation.

He realizes that his father’s legacy, marked by 4 championships as the head coach, facilitated the path to the league. ?I would never have gotten into the NBA without a family connection?, Kerr said.??I don?t blame anyone for saying I have privilege. They?re right”.

He later added, ?I had not even a crack in the door. I had the door wide open for me.?

Kerr’s worries about nepotism perception intensified as he rose from video coordinator to Santa Cruz Warriors’ head coach.

To counter skepticism, Kerr deleted the Twitter app from his phone before the promotion announcement. This candid admission about the internal struggle with privilege highlights the complexity of the professional path intertwined with family ties.

The divide among fans

Kerr’s candid commentary about his “privileged” role has rolled through the NBA community, eliciting a range of reactions from fans. Nepotism, while not unique to the basketball realm, holds a distinct resonance within it. As fans grapple with the juxtaposition of legacy and meritocracy, opinions diverge.

One fan gave an example of legendary movie director Francis Coppola, to prove their point on Reddit, “I respect that. Sofia Coppola said the same thing. She was like ‘Yeah he?s my dad, he wants me to do well, he hooked me up, In really advantaged.’ Then she did good work and nobody cared about the nepotism.”

On the other side of the spectrum, some fans express skepticism. They draw parallels between Kerr and others who have leveraged their family connections to gain opportunities. In light of this, one fan said, “Imagine being a player and knowing your G-league head coach has Steve Kerr on speed dial – one of the most networked NBA personalities, not to mention head coach of the affiliated franchise.”

As one fan wrote, “It?s better than couple of nepo babies living a delusion that all it took was hard work“, it became clear what some fans expect.

One fan pointed to the broader trend of second-generation individuals excelling due to exposure to the sport from a young age, while also acknowledging that not all individuals with familial connections reach the same heights. “Half the team are NBA player offspring, so it kind of makes sense. The general stereotype is that 2nd generation kids groomed in the family business tend to excel while 3rd generation fails,” said the fan.”

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While the 2023-24 season is still 2 months away, will Nicholas Kerr get the chance to coach in the NBA? Let us know in the comments below!