Two new teams emerge in Al Horford sweepstakes: Report originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston
Al Horford remains unsigned more than two weeks into NBA free agency, but not due to a lack of suitors.
The 2024 NBA champion reportedly has drawn interest from multiple contenders, including the Golden State Warriors and Los Angeles Lakers. The Boston Celtics showed interest in bringing back their prized big man, but president of basketball operations Brad Stevens called Horford’s return “unlikely.”
Two additional teams since have joined the list of potential Horford landing spots. According to ESPN’s Marc Spears, the Milwaukee Bucks and Atlanta Hawks have expressed interest in the 39-year-old, but he is still mulling retirement.
“Golden State obviously expected him to sign last week, he didn’t (sign),” Spears said Monday on ESPN’s NBA Today, per Brian Robb of MassLive.com. “(The) Lakers, Milwaukee, and Atlanta, I believe are also interested in a nearly 40-year-old guy who also has retirement on the table.
“He’s still considering retiring, he’s not in any hurry. He’s got a sixth kid coming on the way, he lives in Atlanta and Boston in the offseason. I’m hearing that whether it’s Golden State and a lesser extent to the Lakers, being away from the family that far isn’t going to be in that decision.”
Horford has spent the last four seasons with the Celtics (seven in total across two stints) and has played a critical role in their success, especially on the road to Banner 18. He remains a valuable player despite his age with his ability to shoot 3-pointers and defend at a high level. Assuming the Celtics don’t re-sign him this offseason, they will greatly miss his veteran leadership.
Horford won’t be the only big man Boston misses going forward. Luke Kornet left in free agency for the San Antonio Spurs, and the Celtics traded Kristaps Porzingis to Atlanta as part of their effort to get under the second apron of the luxury tax.
As of Monday, Boston’s only centers on the roster are Neemias Queta, offseason addition Luka Garza, and second-round rookie Amari Williams.
Two new teams emerge in Al Horford sweepstakes: Report
The veteran big man is in no rush to decide on his NBA future.
Al Horford remains unsigned more than two weeks into NBA free agency, but not due to a lack of suitors.
The 2024 NBA champion reportedly has drawn interest from multiple contenders, including the Golden State Warriors and Los Angeles Lakers. The Boston Celtics showed interest in bringing back their prized big man, but president of basketball operations Brad Stevens called Horford’s return “unlikely.”
Two additional teams since have joined the list of potential Horford landing spots. According to ESPN’s Marc Spears, the Milwaukee Bucks and Atlanta Hawks have expressed interest in the 39-year-old, but he is still mulling retirement.
SIGN UP HERE “Golden State obviously expected him to sign last week, he didn’t (sign),” Spears said Monday on ESPN’s NBA Today, per Brian Robb of MassLive.com. “(The) Lakers, Milwaukee, and Atlanta, I believe are also interested in a nearly 40-year-old guy who also has retirement on the table.
“He’s still considering retiring, he’s not in any hurry. He’s got a sixth kid coming on the way, he lives in Atlanta and Boston in the offseason. I’m hearing that whether it’s Golden State and a lesser extent to the Lakers, being away from the family that far isn’t going to be in that decision.”
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Horford has spent the last four seasons with the Celtics (seven in total across two stints) and has played a critical role in their success, especially on the road to Banner 18. He remains a valuable player despite his age with his ability to shoot 3-pointers and defend at a high level. Assuming the Celtics don’t re-sign him this offseason, they will greatly miss his veteran leadership.
Horford won’t be the only big man Boston misses going forward. Luke Kornet left in free agency for the San Antonio Spurs, and the Celtics traded Kristaps Porzingis to Atlanta as part of their effort to get under the second apron of the luxury tax.
As of Monday, Boston’s only centers on the roster are Neemias Queta, offseason addition Luka Garza, and second-round rookie Amari Williams.
