Todd Golden Responds to Rumors About Leaving Florida for NBA Job
Summary
Todd Golden, the head coach of the Florida Gators basketball team, addressed rumors that he might leave college basketball for a job with the NBA’s Golden State Warriors. Golden said he plans to continue coaching the Gators, despite speculation linking him to a possible opening if Warriors coach Steve Kerr steps down. Golden has had success at Florida, including a recent national championship.Key Facts
- Golden State Warriors lost in the NBA play-in tournament and coach Steve Kerr is uncertain about his future.
- Kerr said coaching jobs have an expiration date and he may step down or continue coaching.
- If Golden State changes coaches, Todd Golden is reported as a possible candidate.
- Todd Golden previously coached at the University of San Francisco before leading Florida.
- Golden has a good relationship with Warriors owner Joe Lacob.
- Golden said he definitely plans to coach the Florida Gators next season.
- At Florida, Golden led the team to three straight NCAA Tournament appearances and won a national championship last season.
- Golden is 40 years old and not rushing to leave college basketball for the NBA.
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