Steve Kerr has never been shy about defending his players, but Monday night in Los Angeles, California, the Clippers took that energy to a whole new level. In a 103-102 loss that felt more dramatic than your average January game, the Golden State Warriors’ head coach was ejected in the fourth quarter after a sequence of calls that clearly pushed him past his breaking point. And because the basketball gods have a sense of humor, all of it went down with Snoop Dogg on the call for Peacock.
According to USA Today, the chaos started with California’s Stephen Curry doing what he does best. Curry hit a basket that looked like it could swing momentum, only to have it wiped off the board when NBA officials ruled he was fouled on the floor before the shot. That alone had Steve Kerr heated. Anyone watching could sense that familiar slow burn building on the Warriors’ bench. This was not just about one call. It was about rhythm, timing, and a superstar having a big moment erased.
One Heated California NBA Battle
Minutes later, things got worse. A missed goaltending call led directly into Curry being whistled for his fifth foul. That was the moment. Kerr could not take it anymore. He stepped onto the court to yell at the officials and was hit with two quick technical fouls, earning an ejection that felt inevitable once he crossed the sideline.
What made the scene even more surreal was the broadcast itself. Snoop Dogg, a cultural icon with deep West Coast ties, was on the call for Peacock, giving the whole episode a vibe that felt more like a pop culture crossover than a regular season NBA game. Seeing Kerr lose it while Snoop narrated the action only added to the feeling that this was one of those sports moments people would be talking about the next day, even if the final score barely moved the standings. Fans on X felt as though Snoop was doing some strange “Side quest” with this NBA broadcasting gig. However, others were more into the game, saying that this was “The kind of passion you want,” regarding Steve Kerr as a head coach.
After the game, officials admitted the goaltend should have been called. The problem was that it did not trigger an automatic review because it happened outside the final two minutes. That admission only fueled the frustration surrounding the loss. It was one of those situations where being right after the fact does nothing to change the outcome, and Warriors fans were left thinking about how thin the margins can be in a one point game.
California Rapper Snoop Dogg Delivers Unforgettable Call Amid Steve Kerr Ejection
Without Kerr, Golden State tried to hang on. Curry eventually fouled out with 43 seconds remaining, which only added to the sense that everything was unraveling at the worst possible time. Jimmy Butler had a chance to play hero, but his potential game-winning 16-foot jumper at the buzzer was off. Just like that, the Warriors fell to 19-18 on the season.
Steve Kerr did not attend the postgame news conference, which felt fitting given how emotional the night had been. Instead, assistant coach Terry Stotts took his place. Stotts also happened to be the one who helped to restrain Kerr when he was ejected, making him a central figure in one of the night’s most talked about moments.
In the end, this game will be remembered less for the box score and more for the spectacle. A furious coach, a superstar in foul trouble, an admitted missed call, and California rap icon Snoop Dogg calling it all for a streaming audience. It was messy, loud, and very NBA. Whether you sided with Kerr or thought he went too far, it was hard to look away. And in a league built on moments as much as results, this one definitely delivered.
Kendra Quinn 
