Surpassing a legend of the field is one thing, but receiving a mark of respect from the said legend’s family itself? Well, there are few things that could top that feeling. Experiencing this first-hand has recently been Steve Kerr. If you’ve been keeping up, you’d know that Kerr just surpassed the late Hall of Famer Al Attles for the most coaching wins in Warriors franchise history. His 558th victory came in dramatic fashion as the Golden State Warriors edged out the New York Knicks 97-94 on Saturday night. But while the win itself was huge, what happened next was even more meaningful.

Warriors beat writer Danny Emerman shared a heartwarming moment on X, posting a photo of Kerr alongside the Attles family. “The Attles family presented Steve Kerr with the game ball after he passed Al Attles to become the winningest coach in Warriors history,” the caption read. A simple yet incredibly powerful gesture—one that speaks volumes about the legacy Kerr just stepped into.

For those who might not know, Al Attles wasn’t just another name in Warriors history. He was the man who led the team to their 1975 championship and dedicated over six decades to the organization as a player, coach, general manager, and team ambassador. That’s a legacy few can match, which is why Kerr’s reaction to surpassing him says it all.

“I’m incredibly lucky to be part of this organization and part of this city. Very humbled by the honor because of Al’s greatness and what he means to the franchise,” Kerr said after the game. If there was ever any doubt that Kerr deserved this milestone, his impact on the Warriors speaks for itself.

The 59-year-old has been the backbone of this team’s modern success, leading them to their first championship in 40 years back in 2014-15. Now, he stands alone at the top of the franchise’s coaching history—right where he belongs. However, he has not come this long without honoring the legends before him.

Stever Kerr once paid homage to Al Attles in his own unique way

Kerr has never been one to shy away from showing respect to those who paved the way, and last year, he found a stylish way to honor Al Attles. At a Warriors home game, Kerr stepped onto the court in a crisp Couture suit—one that wasn’t just about looking sharp but carried a deeper meaning. It was a nod to Attles’ distinct fashion sense, a tribute that spoke volumes without a single word.

Before the Warriors’ matchup against the Wizards, Kerr had already let reporters in on his plan. The game was set to honor Attles at halftime, but due to his health reasons back then, the legend couldn’t be there in person. But that didn’t stop Kerr from making sure his presence was still felt, and his tribute? Nothing short of remarkable.

The suit itself was a special piece, crafted by David Yahid of Couture Designer European Clothing in San Francisco, as reported by Casey Pratt of KGO-ABC7. Even more fitting, it was reportedly donated specifically for Attles, making the tribute all the more heartfelt.

Kerr’s deep respect for Attles is no surprise. With his appreciation for the game’s history and Attles’s undeniable impact on the Warriors, this gesture felt just right. Presenting a mark of honor to Attles back then and receiving one from his family now, Kerr had his full circle moment with the Attles family’s gesture.