AL HORFORD NEWS

Gets night off Sunday Horford will not play Sunday against Houston for load management purposes, Keith Smith of Spotrac.com reports.

Impact Horford is joined by Jrue Holiday (elbow) as key inactives for the Celtics on Sunday. Luke Kornet will see an enlarged workload, while a combination of Lamar Stevens, Neemias Queta and Dalano Banton could also be called upon.

JANUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Might get night off Sunday Horford is questionable to play Sunday against Houston due to load management, Justin Turpin of WEEI.com reports.

Impact Horford routinely sits in back-to-back contests for Boston, and Sunday marks the start of a two-day Texas road trip in Houston and Dallas, respectively. If the 37-year-old doesn't suit up, Luke Kornet and Oshea Brissett would likely take on enlarged roles.

JANUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Running with first unit Horford will start Monday night against the Raptors, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Impact Horford gets the nod at power forward in place of Jaylen Brown (knee). Horford is no stranger to the starting lineup, as he's made 15 starts so far this year for the Celtics.

JANUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Saturday Horford (rest) isn't on the injury report for Saturday's game versus the Rockets, Jay King of The Athletic reports.

Impact Horford will return to action Saturday after sitting out Boston's previous contest for rest purposes. The veteran big man should continue to serve as the Celtics' backup center to Kristaps Porzingis.

JANUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play against Milwaukee Horford is out for Thursday's game versus the Bucks due to rest purposes, Taylor Snow of the Celtics' official site reports.

Impact Horford will continue to sit out one leg of Boston's back-to-backs Thursday. However, Kristpas Porzingis will return to action, while Luke Kornet and Neemis Queta are candidates to receive increased minutes. Horford should return for Saturday's matchup with Houston.

JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Nears double-double as starter Horford posted nine points (3-8 FG, 3-6 3Pt), eight rebounds and five assists in 38 minutes during Wednesday's 127-120 overtime win over the Timberwolves.

Impact Horford overcame dealing with an illness by putting forth a well-rounded game against Minnesota, ending one point and two boards short of a double-double to go along with a handful of assists. Horford has posted at least five points, five rebounds and five assists in six games this year, including in two of his last three outings.

JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Horford (illness) is available for Wednesday's game against Minnesota, Taylor Snow of the Celtics' official site reports.

Impact Despite an illness, Horford will suit up for the first half of a back-to-back set, and he may draw another start, as Kristaps Porzingis (knee) has been ruled out. However, it wouldn't be surprising to see Hoford rested for Thursday's matchup in Milwaukee, especially if he plays an increased role Wednesday.

JANUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with illness Horford is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Timberwolves due to an illness.

Impact Wednesday's contest is also the first half of a back-to-back set, so Horford was expected to sit out at least one of the next two games already. With Kristaps Porzingis (knee) also questionable, Boston's frontcourt may be thin for a tough matchup against Karl-Anthony Towns and Rudy Gobert.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Reaches double figures in start Horford notched 11 points (4-5 FG, 3-4 3Pt), six rebounds and one block over 32 minutes in Monday's 133-131 loss to Indiana.

Impact Horford got the starting nod with Jayson Tatum (ankle) sidelined, finishing as one of six Celtics with a double-digit point total while hauling in a half-dozen rebounds along with one block in a losing effort. Horford has started in 13 games this season, tallying at least 10 points and five boards in five of those contests.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Starting sans Tatum Horford will start Monday's game against the Pacers, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.

Impact With Jayson Tatum (ankle) sidelined, Horford will draw another start. Across 12 starts this season, Horford has averaged 8.8 points, 7.8 rebounds, 3.9 assists and 1.5 blocks in 31.2 minutes per game.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Sniffs triple-double in win Horford amassed 10 points (4-8 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 0-2 FT), seven rebounds, eight assists, three blocks and one steal across 30 minutes during Saturday's 118-101 victory over Indiana.

Impact Horford saw extended minutes off the bench after Kristaps Porzingis suffered an eye injury in the first half, and the veteran big man responded with his regular contributions on both ends of the court. The 37-year-old big man finished just three rebounds and two assists away from a triple-double, and he could be in line for an extended role if Porzingis doesn't play against the Pacers on Monday.

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

'We just can't keep taking him for granted': Jayson Tatum praises Al Horford in win over Pacers Al Horford didn't miss a beat in his increased minutes following Kristaps Porzingis's injury Saturday night. Read more on Boston.com.

JANUARY 7 • BOSTON.COM

Good to go against Indiana Horford (rest) isn't on the injury report for Saturday's game versus the Pacers, Jay King of The Athletic reports.

Impact Horford will take the floor Saturday after sitting out Friday's contest for rest purposes. The veteran big man is averaging 6.8 points, 5.6 rebounds, 3.2 assists and 1.8 blocks in 25.4 minutes across his last five appearances.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

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JANUARY 6 • SUNHERALD.COM

Celtics Switch Up Al Horford's Rest Pattern for Back-to-Back Friday night at TD Garden, the Boston Celtics aim to tie their franchise record for their best start to a season at home. The C’s are 16-0 o...

JANUARY 6 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Ruled out Horford (rest) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Jazz.

Impact Horford will once again sit out at least one leg of a back-to-back set for rest. He should return to action Saturday in Indiana. In Horford's absence, Luke Kornet and Sam Hauser should see increased roles, but Neemias Queta, Oshae Brissett and Lamar Stevens are also candidates to crack the rotation.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Could sit Friday Horford is questionable for Friday's game versus the Jazz due to rest purposes, Jay King of The Athletic reports.

Impact Horford has continuously sat out one leg of Boston's back-to-backs this season. If the veteran big man suits up Friday, he will likely be ruled out for Saturday's matchup with Indiana.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Back to bench Horford will return to the bench for Tuesday's game versus the Thunder.

Impact Jrue Holiday is back from his elbow injury, so the Celtics will roll with their usual starting five. The Celtics have a back-to-back set coming up on Jan. 5, so Horford's fantasy managers should anticipate a maintenance day in one of those two games.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Spurs Horford will start versus the Spurs on Sunday, Sean Grande of NBC Sports Boston reports.

Impact The Celtics are missing Jrue Holiday with an elbow issue, but he's considered day-to-day. Boston will roll with a more traditional frontcourt with Horford sliding into the power forward slot next to Kristaps Porzingis, and that will shift Sam Hauser back to the bench.

DECEMBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Shorthanded Celtics fend off fourth-quarter rally to beat Raptors - The Boston Globe With Jayson Tatum, Kristaps Porzingis, and Al Horford out, Boston kept Toronto poured in 3-pointers to take a 99-86 lead to the fourth quart...

DECEMBER 30, 2023 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM

Won't play Friday Horford is out for Friday's game versus the Raptors due to rest purposes, Tim Bontemps of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Horford continues to sit out the second legs of back-to-backs and will do so again Friday. Neemias Queta will likely receive extended minutes in his absence. Horford should return for Sunday's matchup with the Spurs.

DECEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Enters starting lineup Horford will be in the starting lineup for Thursday's matchup against the Pistons.

Impact Horford will be part of the starting lineup in this matchup against a reeling Pistons team since Jaylen Brown is out due to a back injury. Horford will play at the five, with Kristaps Porzingis and Jayson Tatum completing the frontcourt.

DECEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back to bench Horford won't start Monday's game against the Lakers, Sean Grande of NBC Sports Boston reports.

Impact Horford made a spot start Saturday due to Kristaps Porzingis' absence, but the latter will be back in action Monday, sending the former to the bench. As a reserve this season (14 appearances), Horford has averaged 6.5 points, 6.4 rebounds and 2.1 assists in 23.1 minutes per game.

DECEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting sans Porzingis Horfot will start Saturday against the Clippers.

Impact Horford will start at the five spot Saturday with Kristaps Porzingis sidelined with an ankle injury. In nine starts this year, Horford is averaging 9.4 points, 8.2 rebounds and 3.9 assists over 32.4 minutes.

DECEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available for Saturday Horford will be available for Saturday's game against the Clippers,Jay King of The Athletic reports.

Impact Horford was rested for Wednesday's game against the Kings, as it was the second leg of a back-to-back set. Kristaps Porzingis tweaked his ankle during that game and will be held out against the Clippers, so presumably, Horford will start Saturday and see a significant workload.

DECEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE