Steve Kerr Was the Spurs’ Clutch Machine #SpursDynasty

Steve Kerr joined the San Antonio Spurs in 1999—fresh off three straight titles with the Chicago Bulls—and instantly made an impact. Known for his deadly accuracy from deep, Kerr’s arrival brought veteran leadership and reliable shooting to a franchise hungry for its first NBA championship. In his debut season, he helped the Spurs win their historic first NBA title, making him the only player along with Frank Saul (until Patrick McCaw) to win three championships with two different teams in consecutive seasons. Kerr’s influence on the court went beyond stats; his ability to stay calm under pressure and space the floor was essential in big playoff moments.​ During his four-year stint with San Antonio, Kerr played in 206 regular season games, averaging 3.7 points, 0.9 assists, and 0.8 rebounds per game, while shooting over 39% from three-point range and 43% from the field—numbers reflecting his role as a specialist marksman off the bench. Kerr’s most iconic Spurs moment came in Game 6 of the 2003 Western Conference Finals, where he hit four late three-pointers to help eliminate Dallas and send the Spurs back to the NBA Finals. San Antonio would go on to win their second NBA title, giving Kerr five rings as a player in total: three with Chicago and two with the Spurs.​ While Kerr was never named an NBA All-Star, his nickname "Ice Kerr" fit his reputation as a fearless shooter and steady leader in the locker room. He retired after the Spurs’ 2003 championship run and later became one of the greatest coaches in NBA history, but his time in San Antonio remains a textbook example of how clutch shooters elevate championship teams. #sanantoniospurs #stevekerr #basketball #NBA