Plans have changed! Horford signing delays, Warriors are hanging

NBA free market has made another wave! According to the latest report by well-known reporter Marc Spears, the Golden State Warriors originally expected Al Horford to complete the signing last week, but the 39-year-old veteran has not yet made a final decision and is still evaluating multiple options including the Warriors, Lakers, Bucks and Hawks, and even the possibility of retirement has not been ruled out.

The Warriors management was optimistic about signing Horford, believing that he would be an important supplement to the team's inside line, especially after Kevin Looney left the team, Horford's support ability, defensive experience and three-point shooting (36.3% three-point shooting percentage last season) could greatly enrich the Warriors' tactical system.

However, Horford himself is not in a hurry to make a decision, and his 10-year-old son may be a key factor - the young fan loves basketball and even follows his father to play away, and his admiration for Stephen Curry may affect Horford's final choice.

In addition to the Warriors, the Lakers, Bucks and Hawks also expressed interest in Horford. The Lakers hope that he can provide inside depth, partner with James and Doncic; the Bucks hope that he will become Antetokounmpo's substitute; and the Hawks, as the starting point of Horford's career, may become his "fallen leaves return to their roots".

Horford has won the championship with the Celtics in 2024, and his career is no regrets. If he chooses to retire, he will retire successfully as a 5-time All-Star + 1-time championship. But if he continues to compete, his experience, leadership and locker room value can still help the championship team.

Despite nearly 40 years, Horford still played 60 games last season, averaging 9 points, 6.2 rebounds and 2.1 assists per game, a three-point shooting percentage of 36.3%, and 89.5% free throws, proving that he can still contribute stable output in a limited time.

At present, Horford's team has not given a clear timetable, but the Warriors are still waiting and other teams are waiting and watching. The veteran's next stop may be announced in the next week!

But no matter what the outcome, this veteran who has been fighting for 15 years has already left his own mark in NBA history with perseverance and omnipotence.