AL HORFORD NEWS

Pops for season-high 20 on Tuesday Horford provided 20 points (7-11 FG, 4-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), seven rebounds, one assist and three blocks across 32 minutes during Tuesday's 120-117 win over the Cavaliers.

Impact It was a season high in scoring for the 38-year-old big, and Horford continues to give the Celtics reliable minutes in the frontcourt. He's drained multiple three-pointers in six straight starts, averaging 13.0 points, 6.5 boards, 3.0 threes, 2.0 assists and 1.0 blocks over that stretch while shooting 50.9 percent from the floor and 45.0 percent (18-for-40) from beyond the arc.

16 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

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Knocks down five threes vs. Raptors Horford produced 18 points (6-11 FG, 5-10 3Pt, 1-1 FT), four rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal across 32 minutes during Saturday's 126-123 overtime win over Toronto.

Impact Horford returned to the starting lineup Saturday after sitting Wednesday against the Nets due to rest and a left big toe sprain. The veteran big man isn't a focal point in the Celtics' offense, but with the Raptors' defense honed in on Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, Horford saw plenty of open looks from beyond the arc and tied a season high with five three-pointers. Horford is averaging 9.4 points, 5.4 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 1.0 steals over 27.0 minutes per game.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Tatum's 3-pointer at the buzzer in OT gives the Celtics a 126-123 victory over the Raptors

Jayson Tatum hit a 3-pointer at the buzzer and the Boston Celtics rallied to beat the Toronto Raptors 126-123 in overtime

4 DAYS AGO • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Not on injury report Horford (toe) is not on the injury report and will be available for Saturday's game against the Raptors, Justin Turpin of WEEI.com reports.

Impact Even though Horford missed Wednesday's game against the Nets due to what was listed as a toe injury, it was essentially a rest day for the veteran. As such, his return here shouldn't be surprising. Look for Horford to recover his regular starting role while handling his regular workload Saturday against Toronto. This means the likes of Neemias Queta and Luke Kornet should experience a reduction in their minutes.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Wednesday Horford (rest) will not play Wednesday against the Nets, Marc D'Amico of the Celtics' official site reports.

Impact This was an expected move, as the Celtics are going to exercise caution on the second leg of this back-to-back set. With Horford sidelined, it's likely that Neemias Queta picks up the bulk of the center minutes with Luke Kornet stepping up as well.

NOVEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Plays through toe issue Horford closed Tuesday's 117-116 loss to the Hawks with eight points (3-5 FG, 2-4 3Pt), four rebounds and two assists over 26 minutes.

Impact Horford offered very little in terms of tangible production, playing through a toe injury on the first night of a back-to-back set. Given what we know about how the Celtics intend to utilize the veteran, there is a very real chance we see him in street clothes when they face the Nets on Wednesday. While Horford is a key piece for Boston, his role will reduce at some point, when the injured Kristaps Porzingis (ankle) returns to the lineup.

NOVEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Set to play against Atlanta Horford (toe) is available for Tuesday's game versus the Hawks, Justin Turpin of WEEI.com reports.

Impact Horford has been upgraded from questionable to available Tuesday despite dealing with a left big toe sprain. The veteran big man is averaging 8.2 points, 7.0 rebounds, 3.0 assists and 1.2 steals in 28.4 minutes across his last five appearances.

NOVEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Tuesday Horford is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Hawks due to a left big toe sprain, Taylor Snow of the Celtics' official site reports.

Impact Tuesday is the first half of a back-to-back set, and Horford is expected to miss at least one of those games. When he's sidelined, Neemias Queta, Luke Kornet and Xavier Tillman are candidates for increased roles.

NOVEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Double-double vs. Brooklyn Horford tallied 13 points (5-12 FG, 3-9 3Pt), 10 rebounds, one steal and one block over 31 minutes in Friday's 108-104 overtime win over the Nets.

Impact Horford saw extended playing time Friday as Luke Kornet was sidelined due to a left hamstring injury. Horford managed to reach double-digit scoring for the fifth time this season while logging his first double-double of the 2024-25 campaign. The 18-year NBA veteran won't be leaned on heavily in the Celtics' offense, but Horford will have nights where he can turn back the clock and supply some production in his shooting and rebounding.

NOVEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Al Horford enjoying, thriving with lighter load in early going - The Boston Globe Horford is pleased with the Celtics’ 6-1 record and Monday was their sixth road game in the first eight starts.

NOVEMBER 5 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM

Good to go against Charlotte Horford (rest) isn't on the injury report for Saturday's game versus the Hornets, Taylor Snow of the Celtics' official site reports.

Impact Horford will return to action Saturday after sitting out the first leg of Boston's back-to-back for rest purposes. The veteran big man should reclaim his starting spot from Luke Kornet against Charlotte.

NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Al Horford added to Celtics injury report for Hornets game Friday Al Horford will miss his first game of the season in preparation for the back-to-back against the Hornets.

NOVEMBER 1 • MASSLIVE.COM

Won't play Friday Horford won't play Friday against the Hornets due to load management, Taylor Snow of the Celtics' official site reports.

Impact Horford will get the first night of a back-to-back set off but should be available for Saturday's rematch against Charlotte. In Horford's absence, Luke Kornet and Xavier Tillman are candidates for increased roles.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet in blowout victory Horford posted zero points (0-2 FG, 0-1 3Pt), five rebounds and one assist across 20 minutes during Thursday's 122-102 win over the Wizards.

Impact Despite a blowout win, Horford was essentially a non-factor against the Wizards. The 38-year-old has accumulated 11 points, eight rebounds, six assists, a steal and a block over the club's first two regular-season games. Horford will likely remain the starter until Kristaps Porzingis (foot) returns, though Luke Kornet and Xavier Tillman are expected to receive significant minutes off the bench.

OCTOBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Received ring and 26 minutes of run Horford registered 11 points (4-7 FG, 3-5 3Pt), three rebounds, five assists, one block and one steal in 30 minutes during Tuesday's 132-109 win over New York.

Impact After crowning his 18-year NBA career by receiving his first NBA Championship ring, Horford started for the Celtics and did an excellent job of guarding new Knick center Karl-Anthony Towns. He was a major part of an early game run that put Boston up 43 to 24 after the first quarter. The Celtics have their first back-to-back starting November 1st. Expect Boston to rest Big Al for one of those two game, which are both in Charlotte.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Al Horford Gives Context Behind Amusing Moment With 'Way Too Big' Celtics Ring Horford's oversized ring led to an amusing moment when the Celtics big man was micd up for the team's ring ceremony.

OCTOBER 23 • SI.COM

Starting in preseason debut Horford will enter the starting five in Tuesday's preseason matchup against the Raptors, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Impact Horford missed the majority of the preseason due to rest purposes, though he will replace Neemias Queta in the starting five on Tuesday. Luke Kornet has been a mainstay in the preseason starting lineup, but Horford's return will push Queta and Kornet back to the bench.

OCTOBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to make preseason debut Horford (rest) will play in Tuesday's preseason game against the Raptors, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Impact After getting the veteran rest treatment for the first four exhibitions, Horford makes his preseason debut. With Kristaps Porzingis (foot) sidelined to start the campaign, Horford's availability and impact will be a key storyline early on.

OCTOBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 15 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Out once again vs. Toronto Horford (rest) has been ruled out of Sunday's preseason game against the Raptors, Jay King of The Athletic reports.

Impact Horford has yet to appear in the preseason, but coach Joe Mazzulla said he expects him to play in the team's preseason finale at Toronto on Tuesday. The veteran will likely compete for the starting spot at center with Luke Kornet (rest) until Kristaps Porzingis (foot) returns.

OCTOBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Not in uniform Saturday Horford (rest) is not in uniform and won't play in Saturday's preseason game against the 76ers, Zack Cox of the Boston Herald reports.

Impact Horford won't play in this preseason contest, and it's unclear when he'll see the court. For what it is worth, Boston will play another preseason contest Sunday against the Raptors. The Celtics open their regular season against the Knicks on Oct. 22.

OCTOBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't play Friday Horford (coach's decision) didn't play in Friday's 107-103 preseason win over the Nuggets.

Impact Horford was expected to come off the bench, but he didn't step on the floor, and this could be a sign of the Celtics being extra careful with the veteran. Luke Kornet got the start at center and Xavier Tillman saw minutes off the bench as well, but Horford should be the starter once the regular season begins.

OCTOBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Coming off bench Friday Horford will come off the bench for Friday's preseason opener against Denver, Justin Turpin of WEEI.com reports.

Impact Luke Kornet will get the start for the first preseason matchup, and Horford is expected to receive minutes off the bench. With Kristaps Porzingis (foot) expected to miss at least the first month of the season, preseason will be telling as to who steps into the starting big man role to begin the 2024-25 campaign.

OCTOBER 4 • ROTOWIRE