Steve Kerr (Image Credits: Imagn)

Warriors Go Full 'Ostrich' Mode as Steve Kerr Implements Bizarre Strategy That’s Somehow Working

Originally posted on Total Pro Sports
By Ayushi Bhardwaj | Last updated Jan 10, 2026 5:01 PM ET

Turnovers have followed the Golden State Warriors all season. Missed passes, rushed decisions, and sloppy possessions kept showing up on film. Instead of leaning harder into criticism, the coaching staff decided to try something completely different.

Ahead of recent games, Warriors head coach Steve Kerr made a surprising change. During film sessions, the word “turnover” was banned. Bad passes were also removed from video breakdowns. The goal was simple: lower anxiety and reset minds.

Kerr explained the move with humor during a press conference shared by KNBR. “Bury your head in the sand like an ostrich… it’s a good life lesson just ignore all your problems and never acknowledge them.” He added that the approach followed failed attempts at hammering out mistakes.

The word "turnover" is banned and bad passes have not been shown during Warriors' film sessions the last few games — and it's working.

STEVE KERR: "Bury your head in the sand like an ostrich… it's a good life lesson just ignore all your problems and never acknowledge them." pic.twitter.com/R2rIlrOzrA
— KNBR (@KNBR) January 10, 2026

The results caught attention fast. Over the last few games, Golden State committed fewer turnovers. Players looked calmer, played quicker, and trusted reads more. Kerr admitted the team responded better once pressure eased and mistakes stopped dominating discussions.

Steve Kerr Finally Explains Why Jonathan Kuminga Is Out of Warriors’ Rotation

Jonathan Kuminga (Image Credits: imagn)

The calm-first approach goes beyond turnovers. With the February 5 trade deadline approaching, questions also surround Jonathan Kuminga and his future with the Warriors after he slipped out of the regular rotation following an early-season role.

Kerr addressed that situation to the reporters, “I’m disappointed for him that things didn’t continue to go the way they did the first couple of weeks.” He explained that lineup balance and shooting concerns made certain combinations hard to sustain.

Kerr stressed the choice was not about talent. It was about fit. With Stephen Curry carrying spacing responsibilities, Kerr said modern NBA lineups leave little margin for poor shooting balance.

Golden State’s season remains uneven, but the new approach shows Kerr’s focus on mindset over blame. Ignoring mistakes may sound odd, yet for now, the Warriors look steadier. In a season full of noise, calm might be the fix that keeps them moving forward.

This article first appeared on Total Pro Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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