Al Horford Finds His Shot with Warriors, Minutes Managed for Postseason Health

Al Horford, now with the Golden State Warriors, had a challenging start to his tenure but has recently found his shooting rhythm. Through eight games in the 2025-26 season, he is averaging 6.0 points, 4.3 rebounds, 1.5 assists, and 1.0 blocks, shooting 36.0 percent from the field and 33.3 percent from three. Initially, he shot just 29.7 percent from the floor and 5-for-24 from beyond the arc in his first six games. However, he has improved, hitting a combined 7-for-12 from distance for 21 points in his last two appearances. Notably, 72 percent of Horford's field goal attempts this season have been three-pointers. The Warriors are actively managing the 39-year-old's minutes, ranking him 10th on the team in total minutes played and resting him on the second night of back-to-backs, with the primary goal of ensuring his health for the postseason.