Brad Stevens hints at Al Horford decision on Celtics future
SUFFOLK COUNTY, MASSACHUSETTS, JUL 8 – Brad Stevens said Horford is expected to leave after seven seasons with the Celtics as they rebuild following key injuries and veteran departures, with Golden State showing strong interest.
- On Tuesday, Celtics president Brad Stevens said it’s unlikely Al Horford returns to Boston as he considers offers from contenders and retirement is not seriously on the table.
- Following Tatum's Achilles injury, Celtics made offers to Horford, but sources indicate he is unlikely to return, as interest from Warriors and Lakers grows and retirement remains a possibility.
- Al Horford, who played 60 games with Boston averaging 9.0 points and 6.2 rebounds, is drawing interest from Warriors and Lakers, with a move to Golden State likely pending Kuminga trade talks.
- Without Horford, Boston's frontcourt now relies on Queta, Tillman, and Luka Garza after previous losses of Kornet and Porzingis.
- If Horford joins the Warriors, he could contend for another title with Curry, leveraging leadership and shooting experience, as team interest remains high.
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Celtics prepared to lose Al Horford as roster shakeup continues
Al Horford is likely taking his veteran presence and talents to a new team this offseason. Celtics president of basketball operations Brad Stevens said it was said that it’s “highly unlikely" when asked Tuesday morning about the 39-year-old center potentially returning to Boston.
Brad Stevens hints at Al Horford decision on Celtics future
BOSTON — Al Horford is still mulling over his options in free agency but it appears one option is off the table for the big man. Brad Stevens revealed Tuesday in a press conference at the Auerbach Center that the 38-year-old is “unlikely” to return to the Celtics.
Brad Stevens talks Holiday and Porzingis trades, says Horford return is unlikely
The Boston Celtics were finally able to complete their pre draft deals with the Portland Trail Blazers and Atlanta Hawks this week, which allowed Brad Stevens to be able to speak on the team makeover. Here is his press conference:
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