Kerr lists shared traits between Curry Jordan that led to greatness

Not many people get the chance to be close with two NBA legends, but Steve Kerr has had the unique experience of both playing alongside Michael Jordan and coaching Warriors star Steph Curry.

From winning three straight NBA championships with Jordan on the Chicago Bulls to earning four as the coach of Curry and the Warriors, Kerr has a multitude of memories with both all-time greats. During an exclusive interview with NBC Sports Bay Area's Monte Poole, the 58-year-old reflected on how Jordan and Curry are alike.

"I see their similarities, and I see their differences," Kerr told Poole. "The biggest similarity is the work ethic. Michael, like Steph, put every single ounce of energy into getting better every single year, constantly searching for ways to get better."

Kerr pointed out that Jordan might have been the first NBA player to hire his own personal trainer, Tim Grover, in an effort to remain the best. Like Jordan, Curry employs his own trainer, Brandon Payne, who has helped the 35-year-old continue to evolve his game. It's little things like that which illuminate two other key traits Jordan and Curry share, Kerr said.

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