In a Celtics franchise whose history boasts some of the best players in the history of basketball, Horford was a good player. He was never a superstar or the face of the franchise. He averaged 11.2 points per game over his seven seasons in Boston and never more than 14.0 per game. Only one of his five All-Star selections came with Boston.

While Horford technically isn't a Warrior yet, Stephen Curry gave his thoughts on his potentially newest teammate while talking with The Athletic's Anthony Slater. Curry praised the 30-year-old veteran. “He’s a champion, great player," Curry told Slater. "When…if, when all that stuff happens, I’ll talk about it.”

Boston Celtics general manager Brad Stevens says it is "unlikely" that Al Horford will return to Boston next season.

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.

Celtics' Brad Stevens Announces Al Horford News After Lakers Report originally appeared on Athlon Sports.

Speaking to reporters, Brad Stevens said that it's "unlikely" Al Horford will return to the Celtics for the 2025-26 season.

BOSTON — While acknowledging the benefit of potentially escaping the luxury tax next season, Celtics president of basketball operations Brad Stevens suggested Tuesday that no further trades are imminent and the Celtics could be done with significant changes this offseason.

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.

Al Horford could help a lot of teams: He can score inside, knock down 3s, and remains a quality defender. At age 39, a team has to monitor his minutes and not run him like he’s 29, but in a limited role, he could help a lot of playoff teams. It’s why he is one of the best free agents still on the market.

The Boston Celtics have had a unique offseason, but there is a new wrinkle in the saga as president Brad Stevens claimed that he made free agency offers to two