Steve Kerr expresses unity in tweet on NBA players, coaches kneeling

Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr isn’t in Orlando for the NBA’s restart, with his team having the league’s worst record this season.

But on Friday, Kerr continued to show he will not stand on the sidelines when it comes to fighting racism and working to create social change.

Kerr tweeted a message on the subject of NBA players and coaches kneeling during the national anthem. As one of the most socially conscious coaches in sports, Kerr expressed unity in his note.

During opening night Thursday, the Utah Jazz and New Orleans Pelicans both kneeled, as well as the Los Angeles Lakers and Los Angeles Clippers. On Friday, the Brooklyn Nets and Orlando Magic kneeled before their game, with Magic big man Jonathan Isaac opting to stand. The Portland Trail Blazers and Memphis Grizzlies also kneeled Friday before their matchup.

With NBA games now in full force, the inevitable race baiting 'kneeling is a sign of disrespect!' tweets are coming. Our message is clear: We love our country. And we also believe that this nation can and must do better to eliminate racism and bigotry. That is why we kneel.

— Steve Kerr (@SteveKerr) July 31, 2020

Portland, Memphis, referees and Trail Blazers’ GM Neil Olshey kneel in peaceful protest during national anthem. pic.twitter.com/ts1VL8NG2R

— Chris Haynes (@ChrisBHaynes) July 31, 2020

With Kerr continuing to use his platform, he’s helping to create awareness about long-standing social issues. The Warriors won’t be playing again until the 2020-21 season, but Kerr is a key part of the NBA’s work to create social change.