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Additionally, there has been an update with Jaylen Brown and his future on the team as well. A key insider spoke on the Celtics' odds to part ways with the Finals MVP amid all the roster moves from this dramatic offseason.
Al Horford is set to enter his 19th season in the NBA next season. For the last four seasons, he has been playing for the Boston Celtics, where he has achieved great success, including winning the NBA Championship in 2024, the first of his career. Last season with the Celtics, Horford averaged 9.0 points, 6.2 rebounds, and 2.1 assists per game.
Celtics president of basketball operations Brad Stevens said it’s “highly unlikely” that the 39-year-old center will return to Boston when asked at a Tuesday press conference.
A recent report has revealed the Denver Nuggets' potential backup plan amid rumors surrounding newly-acquired center Jonas Valanciunas.
Boston Celtics President Brad Stevens said Al Horford returning is “unlikely.” “If he were to go and play somewhere else, I think he’s an all-time Celtic. He’s a winner and did
If Horford does decide to play, the Golden State Warriors are the favorites to land him, according to long-time NBA insider Marc Stein. The Los Angeles Lakers were also in the running for Horford, but signing centers Deandre Ayton and Jaxson Hayes earlier this summer likely takes them out of the running.
The Boston Celtics are still awaiting an answer from Al Horford regarding his future, both with the Celtics and in the NBA. There have been rumors suggesting that Horford could decide to hang them up, which would be somewhat surprising considering he still showed a year ago to be a very serviceable player who can help a contender.
NBA free agency is underway, and after a week, some notable names remain unsigned. That includes Jonathan Kuminga and Josh Giddey, who are both restricted free agents this summer.