AL HORFORD NEWS

Won't play vs. Bucks Horford (back) will be held out of Thursday's game against Milwaukee.

Impact Boston will hold out both Horford and Jayson Tatum with phantom injuries as it jockeys with the Bucks -- among other teams -- for seeding in the Eastern Conference. It's unclear how both teams will handle their rotations over the next few days, but the general belief is that finishing as the No. 3 or No. 4 seed in the East may be advantageous, as it would mean dodging a potential first-round matchup against the Nets, who could emerge from the play-in tournament as the No. 7 or No. 8 seed.

APRIL 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Shines with double-double Horford finished with 17 points (7-7 FG, 3-3 3Pt), 10 rebounds, two assists, one block and two steals across 30 minutes during Wednesday's 117-94 victory over Chicago.

Impact Horford is peaking at the right time, as the Celtics desperately need his services with Robert Williams (knee) sidelined. Horford's veteran presence will come in handy in the playoffs, and he'll take a lot of pressure off Jayson Tatum with stalwart defensive play in the paint.

APRIL 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Celtics Notebook: Playing in front of Barack Obama, Al Horford continues to produce Former President Barack Obama was in attendance for the Celtics vs. Bulls game Wednesday.

APRIL 7, 2022 • MASSLIVE.COM

Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown and Al Horford all available to play vs. Bulls on Wednesday The Celtics had a few players on the injury report ahead of Wednesday's game against the Bulls.

APRIL 6, 2022 • MASSLIVE.COM

Good go to Wednesday Horford (back) is listed as available Wednesday at Chicago.

Impact As expected, the veteran will be available Wednesday as the Celtics are back to near full strength. He'll start at his usual center spot.

APRIL 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Wednesday Horford is listed as probable for Wednesday's game at Chicago with lower-back soreness.

Impact The Celtics are listing Horford, Jayson Tatum (knee) and Jaylen Brown (knee) as probable for the front end of a back-to-back set, as Boston will travel to Milwaukee for a game Thursday. Even if he's cleared for Wednesday, Horford could be a candidate to sit in Milwaukee.

APRIL 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Records double-double in win Horford provided 17 points (7-8 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 1-1 FT), 10 rebounds, six assists and one block across 34 minutes during Friday's 128-123 victory over the Pacers.

Impact Horford has been forced to change his role and is now playing at center with Robert Williams (leg) sidelined, but the veteran big man keeps producing regardless of the role he has. This was his first double-double since March 9, but Horford is still posting versatile all-around numbers. He's averaging 9.8 points, 8.0 rebounds, 3.4 assists, 1.4 blocks and 1.2 steals per game since the beginning of March.

APRIL 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to action with 15 boards Horford produced six points (2-6 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 15 rebounds, four assists, one block and two steals over 34 minutes during Wednesday's 106-98 loss to the Heat.

Impact After missing the last two games due to a personal matter, Horford was back in the starting lineup at center. While he scored fewer than 10 points for the sixth straight game, Horford filled out the rest of the box score, including tying his season high with 15 boards.

MARCH 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

'I'll be ready to play wherever': Al Horford addressed his vaccination status ahead of playoffs - The Boston Globe Horford implied he is or will be vaccinated. The Celtics may need to travel to Canada during the NBA playoffs, and the country won't permit...

MARCH 31, 2022 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM

Sticking to blueprint has keyed Celtics' 2nd half turnaround

The Celtics were a team in search of direction following a buzzer-beating loss to the Knicks on Jan. 6 that dropped them to 11th place in the Eastern Conference

MARCH 29, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Not listed on injury report Horford (personal) is not listed on the injury report ahead of Wednesday's contest against the Heat.

Impact Horford missed back-to-back games due to personal reasons, but he's expected to return to the starting lineup Wednesday. His presence in the middle will be key for Celtics the rest of the way, as Robert Williams (knee) is expected to be out for several weeks.

MARCH 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown and Al Horford injury updates after Monday's loss vs. Raptors The Celtics were without four starters in their loss to the Raptors on Monday.

MARCH 29, 2022 • MASSLIVE.COM

Robert Williams' injury makes keeping Al Horford healthy more crucial than ever Robert Williams suffered a torn meniscus, which makes keeping Al Horford healthy even more crucial than before for the Celtics.

MARCH 28, 2022 • BOSTON.COM

Celtics' Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, Al Horford and Rob Williams all out vs. Raptors The Celtics will have four of their five starters unavailable when they take on the Raptors.

MARCH 28, 2022 • MASSLIVE.COM

Remains out Monday Horford (personal) will not play Monday at Toronto.

Impact As expected, the big man won't make the trip to Toronto as Boston finishes out a back-to-back set. It's unclear how long he'll be away from the team, but with Robert Williams (knee) out several weeks, the veteran will be relied upon more than ever as the Celtics look toward the postseason.

MARCH 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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