The Warriors, and several other teams around the NBA, are waiting to see what Al Horford decides to do with the future of his career.
While Horford joining Golden State appears most likely, per multiple reports, ESPN insider Marc Spears noted that retirement still is very much on the table for the 39-year-old.
Not without a say from Horford’s eldest child, Ean, though.
“But keep in mind, do you know who I think is going to be in this decision? His 10-year-old son, Ean,” Spears shared Tuesday on “NBA Today.” “He just started traveling with Al on the road about two seasons ago. Kid loves basketball. I know he’s like, ‘Dad! Steph Curry, dad!’ I can see Ean convincing his dad to keep playing.”
During Dennis Schröder’s short time in the Bay, the veteran point guard revealed that his son was ecstatic that his dad was going to be teaming up with his favorite player, Curry, on the Warriors.
Horford remains unsigned on the NBA free agent market about two and a half weeks into free agency.
He spent the last four seasons with the Boston Celtics, playing a crucial role in Boston’s status as a title contender throughout that period, culminating in a championship in 2024. His ability to shoot the 3-ball, defend at a high level and provide veteran leadership, among several other qualities, was very valuable to the Celtics’ ascension — and could benefit the Warriors and stretch the floor alongside Curry.
Spears shared another key note regarding Horford, stating that being far from home won’t play a factor in whatever decision he makes, as other teams such as the Los Angeles Lakers, Milwaukee Bucks and Atlanta Hawks also have shown interest.
“Golden State expected him to sign last week, but he didn’t,” Spears said. Lakers, Milwaukee, Atlanta, I believe, are also interested in nearly a 40-year-old guy, who also has retirement on the table. He’s still considering retiring. He’s not in any hurry. He’s got a sixth kid coming on the way.
“He lives in Atlanta and Boston in the offseason, but I’m hearing whether it’s Golden State or, to a lesser extent, if it’s the Lakers, being away from the family, that far, isn’t going to be in that decision.”
Everyone wants to play with Curry at some point in their career, and even their children are having a say.
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