Warriors Reportedly Prioritize Celtics' Al Horford Amid Contract Uncertainty

As NBA free agency begins, the Golden State Warriors have identified veteran center Al Horford as a top target amid uncertainty about his future with the Boston Celtics. Horford, 39, is valued for his high basketball IQ, versatile defense, floor-spacing, and passing, which align well with the Warriors' motion-heavy offense and need for veteran leadership. Despite his age, Horford remains a reliable contributor, having averaged nine points, 6.2 rebounds, and 2.1 assists last season while shooting over 36% from three-point range. Other teams such as the Los Angeles Lakers and New York Knicks have also shown interest, indicating Horford could have multiple competitive offers if he leaves Boston. The Celtics recently restructured contracts and traded players to manage salary obligations, but Celtics president Brad Stevens expressed a desire to retain Horford and Luke Kornet if possible. If the Celtics decide to move in a new direction, the Warriors are expected to aggressively pursue Horford to bolster their roster and help contend for the NBA Finals once again.