Al Horford Reveals Golden State Warriors Were Only Team He Would Leave Celtics For

Al Horford has joined the Golden State Warriors, stating it was the only NBA team he would consider leaving the Boston Celtics for. The five-time NBA All-Star center signed with the Warriors on Wednesday after months of a handshake deal, describing the decision to leave Boston as "very difficult" and dismissing retirement rumors. He views the move as a "great opportunity to compete and win at a high level," citing Steph Curry, Draymond Green, and Steve Kerr. Horford, at 39, is the oldest player on a team with other veterans like 37-year-old Curry, 36-year-old Butler, and 35-year-old Green. While acknowledging doubters about the team's age, he expressed confidence in their depth. Coach Kerr praised Horford's versatility as a "space-5" who rebounds, defends, is smart, and passes, noting his fit in various lineups. Horford previously averaged 12.5 points and 8.5 rebounds on 60.5% FG and 62.5% 3P against the Warriors in the 2022 NBA Finals.