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Warriors Pursue Al Horford as Kuminga Cap Hold Looms Over Free-Agency Plans

Golden State needs to resolve Jonathan Kuminga’s restricted status to free up its midlevel exception for the 39-year-old center.

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Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry throws the ball as Boston Celtics center Al Horford defends in the second half of an NBA basketball game, Thursday, Jan. 19, 2023, in Boston.

Overview

  • League sources identify Al Horford as Golden State’s premier free-agent target to bolster its longstanding frontcourt deficiency.
  • Horford enters free agency with five All-Star selections, All-NBA and All-Defensive honors, an NBA title and a 2024–25 line of 9.0 points, 6.2 rebounds and 36.3% three-point shooting.
  • General manager Mike Dunleavy Jr. emphasizes the importance of adding players with skill sets that integrate seamlessly into Steve Kerr’s motion offense around Stephen Curry, Jimmy Butler and Draymond Green.
  • The Warriors must clear Jonathan Kuminga’s $22.9 million cap hold to access their full $14.1 million midlevel exception and pursue Horford’s services.
  • At 39, Horford offers veteran leadership and could mentor emerging big men Quinten Post and Trayce Jackson-Davis while Golden State balances win-now goals with youth development.