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How’s Dub Nation feeling about Steve Kerr these days? Spoiler alert: not great. The Golden State Warriors faithful are fuming, and their head coach is in the hot seat. Let’s break down why the mood has shifted from cheers to jeers. Three straight losses. Two at home, one away. The vibe? Less “Strength in Numbers,” more “What’s the plan here?” And honestly, Kerr seems too unfair to some players. At least, that’s what the fans believe.

Following the heartbreak vs. OKC Thunder on Wednesday, Steve Kerr spoke to the media in the usual post-game rituals. In his conversation, the ringmaster said he ‘started small’ wasn’t a whim; it was a calculated move. Kerr admitted pairing Draymond Green with Trayce Jackson-Davis felt off without Steph Curry.

Moreover, the HC said his “gut” would be to move back to the big starting lineup once Curry returns. This means Steve Kerr would move Jonathan Kuminga back to the bench and also reduce Moses Moody’s minutes.

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Looks like Jonathan Kuminga’s efficiency in the heartbreaking game isn’t enough to convince the coach to give him more floor time. Besides, why is Lindy Waters III not a part of the conversation? The guard hasn’t been particularly great on the court. However, the amount of minutes he gets to play instead of the two NBA champs: Kuminga and Moody seems a bit too astounding.

And the fans have a problem with this uncalled-for biasedness from Steve Kerr’s side.

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Is Steve Kerr's obsession with Lindy Waters costing the Warriors crucial games and fan support?

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Fans go all-out to call out Steve Kerr’s Kuminga-Moody ignorance

What’s one possible issue with the Dubs right now? Steve Kerr’s seemingly stale or predictable strategies. We can assume that rival teams can easily analyze Kerr’s game plan, given the years he’s spent coaching the team. And to add to the troubles, fans are demanding the Warriors front office to fire the mastermind. Therefore, someone commented: “Fire This Clown Plz Im Sick Of Him.”

This direct hit at Steve Kerr shows the frustration among the fans. Their dissatisfaction with his coaching decisions or the team’s recent performance stems from high expectations for the Dubs.

Meanwhile, another fan directly asked: “Ask him Why Podz and Lindy Waters get unlimited playing time and get to make all the mistakes without being benched.” Let’s first break down the stats. Lindy Waters is averaging 6.1 points per game, while Jonathan Kuminga posts an impressive 13.6. Meanwhile, Moses Moody contributes 8.2 points, and Brandin Podziemski adds 7.5. Considering these numbers, it’s clear that Kuminga and Moody bring more scoring power. But, it’s always Waters and Podz receiving more attention despite their mistakes. Especially, Lindy; Steve Kerr might be a bit too obsessed with the 27YO.

Resonating similar sentiments, a fan commented: “Ask him why he gives lindy waters more minutes than buddy shield. 🤡🤡🤡” Fans are questioning Steve Kerr’s decision to give Lindy Waters more minutes than Buddy Hield, especially given Hield’s proven impact this season. The criticism suggests frustration with Kerr’s rotations, as many believe Hield’s scoring and experience are being undervalued in favor of unproven players like Waters.

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Steve Kerr gave Lindy Waters more minutes than Buddy Hield, despite Hield’s impact this season. It seems Kerr is prioritizing rookies and sophomores. Against the Nets, he favored Podziemski over

Moses Moody. So far, the results aren’t paying off. Thus a fan noted: “Ask why Lindy playing over buddy in the end of the game just like podz did over moody last game starting to be an pattern hmmm”

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“Ask him why moody has played less than 10 minutes out of the last 6 quarters,” a dedicated fan demanded. Strong voices are saying Steve Kerr is on a quest to ‘sabotage’ the 1x NBA champ by giving him fewer minutes to play. Over the years, the 22-year-old shooting guard has never played a season averaging beyond 20 minutes. Besides, in the last two games, his average time was 9.5 minutes, which is pretty disappointing.

So, what’s the verdict on Steve Kerr’s coaching lately? Fans aren’t holding back. From questionable rotations to puzzling player minutes, it’s clear the frustration is real. Kerr’s love (read: obsession) for Lindy Waters III is putting him under the microscope. The Warriors’ faithful are restless, and they want answers. The question is: can Kerr turn it around, or will the hot seat get even hotter?

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