> At a Glance
> – Golden State coach Steve Kerr applauded Minnesota for honoring Renee Nicole Good
> – Good was shot and killed by an ICE officer in Minneapolis on Wednesday
> – Minnesota held a moment of silence during Thursday’s home game
> – Why it matters: Kerr’s comments highlight growing intersection of sports and social justice issues
Steve Kerr praised the Minnesota Timberwolves for their public acknowledgment of Renee Nicole Good, who was fatally shot by an ICE officer blocks from where George Floyd was murdered in 2020.
Timberwolves’ Stand
Minnesota paused their home game Thursday for a moment of silence honoring Good, who died Wednesday. The shooting marks the ninth by ICE officers since September, according to the New York Times.
Kerr called the Timberwolves’ gesture appropriate given the circumstances:
> “I’m glad that the Timberwolves recognized her life and the tragic nature of her death.”
Coach’s Strong Words
The Warriors coach didn’t hold back in his criticism of law enforcement and government response to the incident.
> “It’s shameful, really, that in our country, we can have law enforcement officers commit murder and seemingly get away with it.”
> “It’s shameful that the government can come out and lie about what happened when there’s video and witnesses who have all come out and disputed what the government’s saying.”
A Personal Connection
Kerr’s advocacy stems from personal tragedy – his father Malcolm was assassinated in 1984 in Beirut. This experience shapes his perspective on gun violence and law enforcement accountability.
> “So very demoralizing, devastating to lose anyone’s life, especially in that matter.”
> “It’s terrible, terribly sad for her family and for her and for that city. And I’m glad the Timberwolves came out and expressed that sadness.”
Political Divide
The shooting has sparked polarized reactions along political lines:
- One side views video evidence and blames Good, labeling her a “domestic terrorist”
- The other side, reviewing the same footage, blames the ICE officer for violating written policy
Multiple protests have erupted nationwide, including several in the Bay Area, echoing responses to previous Minneapolis police incidents.
Key Takeaways
- Steve Kerr publicly supports Minnesota Timberwolves’ tribute to shooting victim
- The incident occurred near the site of George Floyd’s 2020 death
- Video evidence and witness accounts contradict official government narrative
- Kerr continues using his platform to address social justice issues
- The shooting has sparked nationwide protests and political division
The Warriors coach’s comments underscore how professional sports figures increasingly engage with social issues beyond the court.
