Team USA head coach Steve Kerr had a challenging Paris Olympics. Not only did he have to navigate a team full of superstars, but he also had to keep in mind the demands of each game. His not-so-subtle lineups caused a lot of unwanted noise. But in the end, it all worked out by winning the gold medal. A feat that drew praise from basketball fanatic, former President Barack Obama.

Kerr’s speech at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago went viral. The former President reposted the viral video on his official X account.

Let’s go, Coach Kerr! Thanks for bringing home the gold for Team USA, and for your leadership at a crucial moment for our country.
Barack Obama wrote on X

Barack Obama was essentially thanking the 9-time NBA champion for bringing home the gold medal. Especially as it seemed at one stage that Team USA had question marks at the Paris Olympics. It could also be that Obama had an underlying message. If one takes Kerr’s earlier comments literally, it means leadership is needed to bring everyone together to meet the common goal. In this case, leadership will be needed to bring the people of America together to help the Democrats win.

Let’s go, Coach Kerr! Thanks for bringing home the gold for Team USA, and for your leadership at a crucial moment for our country. pic.twitter.com/5RwZaJ6qyH

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) August 20, 2024

Steve Kerr had to manage the egos of all the superstars on Team USA. It could be that Barack Obama wants the Democrat leaders to manage the egos of all Americans. With the Presidential Elections not showing a clear winner, the likes of Kerr speaking their heart out was crucial.

Steve Kerr took subtle digs against Donald Trump

The night-night quote was not the only one of Steve Kerr‘s references to former President and current candidate Donald Trump.

As an American, I believe in certain of leadership. I believe that leaders must display dignity. I believe that leaders must tell the truth. I believe leaders should be able to laugh at themselves. I believe leaders must care for and love the people they are leading.
Steve Kerr said

Those subtle digs suggest Kerr was making it clear that Donald Trump is not a leader who has the qualities that he spoke about. Therefore, he wants those listening to vote for those who have such qualities.

Kerr is not the first person from the NBA to speak against Trump. The former President has his fair share of critics in the world of basketball. Hence, it won’t be a surprise if others also speak up with a few months remaining before voting day. After all, basketball stars have a voice which reaches a lot of fans. If those fans hear them out, it could mean a world of difference in the upcoming elections. Basketball fans do listen to their hoop superstars.

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