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Al Horford to sign two-year deal with Golden State Warriors

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 10:10 PM

Last updated Jun 25, 2026

Al Horford to sign two-year deal with Golden State Warriors

Summary

Al Horford plans to return to the Golden State Warriors for his 20th NBA season. He declined a $6 million player option and intends to sign a two-year, $14 million contract, which includes a trade kicker. At 40, Horford is focusing on his fitness this offseason and forgoing international play with the Dominican national team. Health was a concern last season, limiting him to 45 games due to injuries. The Warriors, who finished 37-45 last season, are looking to improve their roster alongside younger players like Will Richard and Yaxel Lendeborg.

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Status Watch

•Horford intends to sign a two-year, $14 million contract.
•He declined a $6 million player option to remain with Golden State.
•Horford aims for better health after playing 45 games last season.
•The Warriors finished 37-45 and missed the playoffs last year.
•Young players will support the aging core next season.

Latest Updates

10:10 PMYahoo Sports — Al Horford to ink new deal with Golden State ahead of 20th NBA season

What they're saying

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Al Horford left Gainesville after back-to-back championships two decades ago. He's still hooping and ready to sign a new deal with Golden State.
— Yahoo Sports

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