Al Horford News, Rumors, Updates - Golden State Warriors

Unlikely to travel to Toronto Horford (personal) is not expected to travel with the Celtics for Monday's game at Toronto, Celtics reporter Amanda Pflugrad reports.

Impact Horford was absent from Sunday's game due to a personal matter, and it'll cause him to miss both halves of the back-to-back set. Boston will be especially shorthanded at center Monday with Robert Williams (knee) also sidelined.

MARCH 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Celtics beat T'Wolves 134-112, take over top spot in East

Jayson Tatum scored 34 points and Jaylen Brown had 31 points and 10 rebounds to help the Boston Celtics coast to a 134-112 over the Minnesota Timberwolves and take over the top spo...

MARCH 28, 2022 • Associated Press

Celtics injury report: Al Horford out, Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown probable for Sunday's game against Timberwolves The Celtics will be shorthanded while going for their sixth consecutive victory at TD Garden.

MARCH 27, 2022 • MASSLIVE.COM

Won't play Sunday Horford has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Minnesota due to personal reasons.

Impact Horford hasn't missed a game since Feb. 27, but he'll be unable to suit up against the Timberwolves. Grant Williams and Jayson Tatum (knee) should handle increased roles Sunday.

MARCH 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Al Horford, Celtics oldest player, thanks medical staff for keeping him healthy and ready to play - The Boston Globe The 35-year-old forward has played in 40 of the team's last 41 games.

MARCH 23, 2022 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM

Sluggish in win Horford had six points (2-5 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), five rebounds and one assist in 32 minutes during Wednesday's 110-88 victory over the Warriors.

Impact Horford only sunk two baskets and was generally ineffective off the glass in Wednesday's win. Jayson Tatum ended the day with the highest rebound number, and Robert Williams was not far behind with eight boards.

MARCH 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Strong all-around effort Horford finished Sunday's 95-92 loss to the Mavericks with 17 points (6-10 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 4-4 FT), six rebounds, two assists, two blocks and five steals in 33 minutes.

Impact Boston's offense sputtered in the second half en route to the narrow loss, but it was a strong bounceback effort for the veteran, who had just six points and seven rebounds in 30 minutes Friday against Detroit. Despite some concerns about his workload coming out of the All-Star break, Horford has played 34, 40, 30, 34, 30 and 33 minutes over his last six games, respectively.

MARCH 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Brian Robb: The Al Horford trade looks like Brad Stevens savviest move amid Boston's rise to contender Al Horford has the second-best plus/minus in the NBA so far in 2022.

MARCH 10, 2022 • MASSLIVE.COM

Continues youthful-looking efforts Horford churned out 13 points (4-7 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), seven boards, four assists, one steal, one block and zero turnovers over 30 minutes in Sunday's 126-120 home win over the N...

Impact Big Al continues to defy his 35 years of age and delivered another gem of a game after scoring 21 points Thursday. Horford was a big part of the Boston's double-team effort on Kevin Durant, who "only" scored 37 points versus Jayson Tatum's 54. The veteran Horford will have a couple of days to rest before the Celtics travel to Charlotte for Wednesday's matchup against the Hornets.

MARCH 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

For the Celtics, everything works better with Al Horford in the mix - The Boston Globe Boston has outscored foes by 7.6 points per 100 possessions with the 35-year-old Horford on the court.

MARCH 4, 2022 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM

Big-time showing in win Horford had 21 points (8-16 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 1-1 FT), 15 rebounds, five assists and two blocks across 40 minutes during Thursday's 120-107 win over the Grizzlies.

Impact The veteran center really showed his grit in this one, leading his squad in minutes while putting together an outstanding overall performance. He secured his 12th double-double of the season and his second in the last four games. Horford has also been providing a boost on the defensive end, swatting away two or more shots in each of his last five matchups.

MARCH 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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Back in starting five Horford is starting Tuesday's game against the Hawks.

Impact Coach Ime Udoka said Horford's minutes would be managed Sunday against the Pacers, but the veteran big man ended up not taking the court at all. Horford should fill his usual role in the frontcourt for the Celtics, with Grant Williams returning to the bench after making a spot start.

MARCH 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will have minute restriction Sunday Coach Ime Udoka said Horford's minutes will be managed during Sunday's matchup with the Pacers, Jay King of The Athletic reports.

Impact Grant Williams will draw the start in place of Horford, but the veteran is still expected to be available off the bench. Udoka relayed that the Celtics are just being cautious with their big man after he played 37 minutes during Saturday's win over the Pistons.

FEBRUARY 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Double-doubles in win Horford finished with 11 points (5-10 FG, 1-6 3Pt), 13 rebounds, two assists, two blocks and two steals in 32 minutes during Thursday's 129-106 win over Brooklyn.

Impact Horford led all rebounders in Thursday's game while recording his 11th double-double of the season. The 13 boards were also a season high for the veteran big man. Horford isn't going to wow anyone with his scoring, but his consistency on the glass makes him a decent option in deeper fantasy leagues.

FEBRUARY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Efficient performance in loss Horford closed with 19 points (8-10 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), seven rebounds, seven assists, two blocks and one steal in 34 minutes during Wednesday's 112-111 loss to Detroit.

Impact Horford missed just two shots en route to an efficient 19 points, his most since Dec. 3. The veteran big man also registered at least seven assists and seven rebounds in the same game for the sixth time this season. Over his last eight games, Horford has averaged 9.3 points, 8.9 rebounds, 3.4 assists and 1.1 blocks in 26.4 minutes.

FEBRUARY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Grabs nine rebounds in win Horford notched six points (2-6 FG, 2-5 3Pt), nine rebounds and two assists across 20 minutes during Tuesday's 135-87 victory over Philadelphia.

Impact With Robert Williams (calf) sidelined, Horford shifted over to center while Grant Williams drew the start at power forward. The veteran big man has started all 50 contests he's appeared in this season and is averaging 9.9 points, 7.5 rebounds, 3.3 assists and 1.3 blocks in 28.2 minutes per game.

FEBRUARY 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Hands out seven assists Horford supplied nine points (3-8 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds, seven assists, two blocks and one steal over 22 minutes during Tuesday's 126-91 win over the Nets.

Impact Horford has picked up his play lately after a tough stretch to start the new year, and he likely would have had a more impactful performance had Tuesday's game stayed competitive. Over the past five games, he's averaged 9.2 points, 9.4 rebounds and 3.4 assists in 27.0 minutes.

FEBRUARY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Double-doubles Sunday Horford had 13 points (6-12 FG, 1-6 3Pt), 11 rebounds, five assists, one block and one steal in 29 minutes during Sunday's 116-83 win over the Magic.

Impact Horford delivered fantasy managers one of his better games in recent memory, similar to those he was churning out to open the season. Before getting too excited, we do need to take into account the fact he was up against the Magic, a team that is certainly not on an upward trajectory. When all is said and done, Horford is likely to remain a 12-team asset moving forward, although his production will not be this good every night.

FEBRUARY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Tatum scores 24, leads Celtics to 102-93 win over Pistons

Jayson Tatum scored 24 points in 28 minutes, and the Boston Celtics extended their winning streak to four games with a 102-93 victory over the Detroit Pistons

FEBRUARY 5, 2022 • Associated Press

Improved play in victory Horford closed Monday's 122-92 victory over the Heat with 14 points (4-9 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 4-6 FT), nine rebounds, two assists and two blocks in 32 minutes.

Impact Horford delivered some respite for fantasy managers after what had been an underwhelming stretch of games. The fact this was the first time he has scored in double digits in almost two weeks highlights just how much he has struggled, especially on the offensive end. He is still doing enough to be rostered in standard leagues, as long as scoring is not high on the list of priorities.

FEBRUARY 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Al Horford hopes Celtics can build on momentum after win over Heat Horford sounded satisfied Monday night about Boston's 122-92 defeat of short-handed Miami.

FEBRUARY 1, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Double-doubles in loss Horford closed Wednesday's 111-102 loss to the Hornets with 13 points (5-7 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 1-1 FT), 10 rebounds and four assists over 32 minutes.

Impact The veteran recorded his first double-double out of his last 18 appearances. The 6-foot-9 big now has reached double figures while grabbing at least seven rebounds in each of his last three showings. Horford's 10.8 points per game average would mark his lowest since his first year in the league, but his 7.4 rebounds per game are tied for his highest mark out of his last eight seasons. Regardless, Horford's fantasy ceiling is not too high, as he has topped 20 points just twice this season. Fantasy managers should continue to have muted expectations for the 35-year-old.

JANUARY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ball's triple-double carries Hornets past Celtics, 111-102

LaMelo Ball had a triple-double with 15 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists to lead the Charlotte Hornets to a 111-102 victory over the Boston Celtics

JANUARY 20, 2022 • Associated Press

WATCH: Sixers fans greet Celtics big man Al Horford with boos in return The Philadelphia 76ers greet Boston Celtics big man Al Horford with boos in his return to the City of Brotherly Love.

JANUARY 15, 2022 • USATODAY.COM

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