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Al Horford Officially Joins Warriors as Expected Starting Center

His move follows Boston’s cost-cutting after Jayson Tatum’s Achilles injury.

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Mar 31, 2025; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Boston Celtics center Al Horford (42) reacts after a basket during the fourth quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Golden State announced Horford’s signing over the weekend, he held his introductory availability, and the Celtics marked his departure with a tribute video.
  • The 18-year veteran said he never considered retirement, would have left Boston only for the Warriors, and his contract includes a 2026-27 player option.
  • He is projected to start at center alongside Draymond Green, with Steve Kerr calling him a smart, rebounding, defending “space 5” who fits smoothly.
  • Coverage attributes the timing of the announcement to the Jonathan Kuminga restricted free agency saga that constrained other Warriors moves.
  • Reporting links Boston’s willingness to let him walk to a payroll reset after Tatum’s injury, including trades of Jrue Holiday and Kristaps Porzingis.