Warriors center Al Horford named among top international players in NBA history
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 10:30 PM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
Golden State Warriors center Al Horford has been recognized as one of the greatest foreign-born players in NBA history, ranked 14th by HoopsHype. Horford, who is set to play his 20th NBA season, has accumulated notable career averages of 12.7 points and 7.7 rebounds over 1,183 games. His achievements include five All-Star selections and a championship title. This recognition adds to his legacy as a player known for his winning mentality and ability to adapt his game, particularly with the introduction of an effective 3-point shot. He joins other notable players like Rudy Gobert and Marc Gasol in this ranking, with Gobert at No. 13 and Gasol at No. 15.
- •Al Horford enters his 20th NBA season this fall.
- •He has career averages of 12.7 points and 7.7 rebounds.
- •Horford made five All-Star appearances during his career.
- •He is recognized as the 14th-best foreign-born player by HoopsHype.
- •Rudy Gobert and Marc Gasol are also included in the rankings.
- 10:30 PMYahoo Sports — Warriors center recognized among the greatest international players ever
"Golden State Warriors center Al Horford was recently named as one of the greatest foreign-born players in NBA history.
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