Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr recently stirred up some feelings among San Francisco Giants fans with his heartfelt expression of loyalty to the Los Angeles Dodgers. in it KNBR show tolbert and copesKerr acknowledged his unwavering loyalty and joked about how he may have disappointed some Giants fans along the way.

“People are just trying to get me in trouble with my fellow Bay Area fans for my Dodger fandom… I just want to apologize to all the Giants fans. “It is what it is,” he shared with a laugh.

Kerr’s connection to the Dodgers goes beyond typical fandom. Raised in Southern California, he spent countless childhood summers at Dodger games with his father and brother, making memories that made him a lifelong fan.

Reflecting on that story, Kerr explained: “You can’t help but go to games as a kid with your dad, your brother, and sit in the stands for 10 or 15 years straight every summer. You can’t break away from that. It’s just in your blood.”

The sentiment may not sit well with Giants fans, especially given the longstanding rivalry between the Giants and the Dodgers, one of the most intense matchups in baseball.

While Giants fans are optimistic about their team’s future under the leadership of new President of Baseball Operations and franchise legend Buster Posey, Kerr’s outspoken support of the Dodgers during their impressive World Series run naturally ruffled some feathers.

Still, it’s hard to blame a man for being true to his roots.

Despite his obvious loyalty to the Dodgers, Kerr is a beloved figure in the Bay Area, known not only for his success with the Warriors but also for his sportsmanship and character. Since joining the Warriors, Kerr has become one of the NBA’s most successful coaches and his recent role as head coach of Team USA highlights his influence on basketball globally. Even when rooting for the Dodgers, Bay Area fans recognize his contributions and may be willing to forgive his loyalty.

Kerr’s “apology” for his passion for the Dodgers is endearing and honest. Bay Area fans may not fully embrace their fondness for the Giants’ biggest rival, but they understand that their love for the Dodgers is not about them, but about childhood memories and family traditions.

For fans of both the Giants and Warriors, it’s probably easier to turn a blind eye when it comes to Kerr’s loyalty to baseball, especially when he’s achieving success on the field.