Particle.news
Download on the App Store

Al Horford Explains Celtics Exit as Warriors Weigh His Role

Horford says Boston’s injury-hit, cost-cut roster no longer matched his title timeline.

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.