Draymond Green turned heads at the NBA’s All-Star Weekend with his stint on the broadcast team, but it was his comments about coaching that quietly stole the show. The Golden State Warriors’ defensive anchor hinted at a future in the front office, sparking buzz about whether he could one day take over as head coach. Green’s basketball IQ and leadership make him a natural fit, but he’s also got reservations—let’s break down the pros and cons of Draymond stepping into the Warriors’ coaching role after he hangs up his sneakers.
Green’s case to be a coach is strong. He’s long been one of the NBA’s sharpest minds, a “point-forward” who’s run Golden State’s offense from the high post while Steph Curry and Klay Thompson worked their magic off-ball. His vision and passing—averaging 5.5 assists per game over his career—show he’s got the play-calling chops to lead a team. Plus, he’s a pioneer in the player-to-podcaster pipeline with “The Draymond Green Show,” which pulls in millions of monthly listeners for his takes on NBA storylines. Look at JJ Redick—he went from player to podcaster to head coach of the Lakers, and now he’s got L.A. buzzing with improved morale. Green could follow a similar path, especially with Warriors coach Steve Kerr, now 60 and in his 12th season, potentially nearing retirement—maybe even if Curry hangs it up soon.
Other former players have made the leap with mixed results. Steve Kerr’s been a slam dunk for Golden State, going 618-315 since 2014. Larry Bird was a stud with the Pacers from 1997-2000, posting a 179-87 record. But Derek Fisher struggled with the Knicks, going 40-96 from 2014-16, and Vinny Del Negro was average at 86-90 with the Bulls. Green’s fiery personality and deep understanding of the game—he’s got four rings and a Defensive Player of the Year award—suggest he could lean toward the Kerr side of that spectrum. If the Warriors need a culture-setter in the post-Curry era, Green’s the guy to rally a locker room.
But here’s the flip side—Green might not even want the gig. During the All-Star broadcast, when asked if he’d be a good coach, he said, “I think I could be a good coach. I don’t wanna be.” That’s a big red flag. Coaching’s a grind—long hours, endless scrutiny, and the kind of commitment that doesn’t mesh with Green’s vibe of riding off into the sunset after retirement. He’s seen the stress up close with Kerr, who’s battled health issues while leading Golden State to four titles. Green might prefer to keep breaking down games on his podcast or take a less demanding front-office role instead of diving into the head-coaching pressure cooker.
So, where does that leave us? Green’s name absolutely belongs in the conversation for the Warriors’ future, especially if Kerr steps away in the next few years. His leadership and hoops IQ could make him a home-run hire, setting the tone for a new era in Golden State. But if he’s not all-in on coaching, the Warriors might need to look elsewhere—or convince him to change his mind. For now, Green’s still got plenty of game left at 34, and Warriors fans are more focused on him anchoring their defense for another title run in 2025. The coaching talk can wait—but it’s a storyline that’s not going away anytime soon.
