Steve Kerr’s greeting by fans at TD Garden was anything but a warm welcome.
The Warriors coach — who became an enemy in Boston for benching forward Jayson Tatum in the 2024 Paris Olympics — was booed mercilessly during introductions before his team took down the reigning champs in a 118-112 victory in Boston on Wednesday.During a radio interview Tuesday, Kerr said sarcastically that he anticipated that Celtics fans “are going to welcome me with open arms.”on KNBR’s “Tolbert & Copes” show.
The coach also said he spoke with Tatum prior to the game and informed how the rotation may play out.Kerr found success in his rotations as Team USA went on to defeat France to take home the gold two days later.Stephen Curry #4, Joel Embiid #11, Jayson Tatum #10, Kevin Durant #7, Derrick White #8 look on during the Men’s Gold Medal Game on August 10, 2024 at the AccorHotels Arena in Paris, France.
“The guys all handled it really well, other players were really good about supporting Jayson and Joel , but these are guys who are world-class players, and nobody is used to seeing them play so few minutes. So, it’s just a weird spectacle, I get it.” Jayson Tatum #10, Joel Embiid #11 and Jrue Holiday #12 of the USA Men’s National Team looks on during the award presentation during the Mens Gold Medal game at the AccorHotels Arena on August 10, 2024 in Lille, France.
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