Boston Celtics big man Al Horford is set to be an unrestricted free agent this offseason. After previously saying he didn’t plan to retire, Horford said at this exit interview that “it’s too soon” to talk about his future.
The veteran center said he’d take some time with his wife and kids to talk about his future. Horford added that there’s “still a lot for me to process” in the wake of the Celtics season coming to an earlier than expected end.
Horford spent three seasons with the Celtics from 2016 through 2019. He then left for a big contract with the Philadelphia 76ers, but was traded after one season. After being moved from the Sixers in a salary clearing deal, Horford spent a half-season with the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Boston reacquired Horford in 2021, then signed him to an extension shortly thereafter. The veteran big man has played a key roll for the Celtics for the last four seasons.