Head coach Steve Kerr returned to Golden State Warriors practice on Saturday as he continued to ramp up his activity in hopes of a comeback to the bench.

Kerr has not coached the Warriors since round one of the NBA playoffs this season due to recurring back trouble.

Mike Brown has filled the void in Kerr’s absence as the Warriors prepare to lock horns with the San Antonio Spurs in game one of the Western Conference finals on Sunday.

But Kerr could soon be back, as he has been present for coaches meetings the past two days and spoke with Brown following Saturday’s practice.

“It’s great any time you can hear his voice, see his face,” Warriors guard Steph Curry said.

“He’s obviously been doing his homework in between his down times helping us get prepared for this series and you know he misses being around for the day-to-day routine and the atmosphere, practice, locker room and games and all that. His ability to be here means a lot. I hope he’s feeling better.”

Brown was impressed with Kerr’s demeanour and commitment the last couple days.