Overview
- The 39-year-old signed a two-year deal with Golden State worth about $11.6–$11.7 million with a second-year player option, per multiple reports.
- He told The Athletic he left Boston because Jayson Tatum’s Achilles injury and second-apron-driven moves signaled fewer near-term championship chances.
- Horford said direct outreach from Stephen Curry and Draymond Green helped convince him that the Warriors were the right fit.
- Steve Kerr said he has not decided whether Horford will start and emphasized managing his minutes while assessing frontcourt combinations with Draymond Green.
- Horford said he expects the Warriors to be the final team of his career.