The firing of Milwaukee Bucks coach Mike Budenholzer on Thursday sent shockwaves around the NBA, especially for coaches.
It left even some of the most successful coaches in the league questioning their own vulnerability in an environment wherein changes are made quickly and without hesitation.
Ahead of the Golden State Warriors' playoff game against the Los Angeles Lakers on Thursday, Steve Kerr spoke about the situation and the bleak outlook for his profession.
"My first response is not necessarily shock," Kerr said, per John Hollinger of The Athletic. "It's more disappointment because Bud is a fantastic coach.