Alfred Joel Horford Reynoso, commonly known as Al Horford is a Dominican professional basketball player who currently plays for the Boston Celtics of the National Basketball Association (NBA). Al Horford started playing in 2007 with the Atlanta Hawks, and now he is a star and has trophies and awards to his name.
His athleticism and gaming strategies have made him stand out and back-to-back selection. Horford is currently playing as the center with the Boston Celtics after an injury of Kristaps Porziņģis, a player of the Boston Celtics, led him to back off.
Let’s delve into the life and athleticism of Al Horford, nicknamed “Big Al” and learn about how he got into basketball and became a master of it.
Al Horford’s Early Life and Schooling
Al Horford was born on June 03, 1986, in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic. His father, Tito Horford, was also a former player and had played in the National Basketball Association (NBA) for three years and several more in other countries.
In 2000, Horford along with his family moved to Lansing, Michigan. There he attended Grand Ledge High School in Grand Ledge, Michigan. He was a star player for his school’s basketball team. He holds seven school records, which includes most career points (1239). He was named “Class A Player of the Year” after making an average of 21 points, 13 rebounds, and five blocks per game.
Horford was an AAU basketball player for the Michigan Mustangs, runners-up in the Adidas Big Time National Tournament, while he was a student at Grand Ledge. Rivals.com rated him as a four-star recruit and ranked him as the nation’s No.7 power forward and No.36 player in 2004.
Al Horford’s College Years
Horford attended the University of Florida on an athletic scholarship, selecting the Gators over Michigan, Michigan State, and Ohio State. There, he played under the mentorship of Billy Donovan and with other teammates like Joakim Noah, Corey Brewer, and Taurean Green. In 2004-05, he had an instant effect on the Gators and helped them win the 2005 Southeastern Conference tournament championship.
The Gators team won consecutively in the 2005-06 season and entered the 2002 NCAA tournament as the No.3 seed. The team won its first national title behind Horford’s 14 points and 7 rebounds.
The Gators became the first team since the 1991–92 Duke Blue Devils to repeat as national champions on April 02, 2002. They defeated Oden and Mike Conley Jr. in a rematch of the regular season, with a score of Gators 84 and Buckeyes 75. Three days later, Horford, along with Noah, Brewer, and Green was declared for the NBA Draft.
| Popular Name | Alfred Joel Horford Reynoso or Al Horford |
| Age | 38 years |
| Birthdate | June 03, 1986 |
| Birth Place | Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic |
| Gender | Male |
Al Horford’s Personal Life, Physique and Position
Al Horford stands tall at 6 feet 9 inches or 206 cm. At the age of 38, the player is fit and has managed his weight to 240lb or 109kg. His height, bulky appearance, strength, and body mass made him play as the center.
Al Horford has been married to Amelia Vega, former Miss Universe, actress, model, and entrepreneur since December 2011. The couple is parent to a son and four daughters.
| Height | 6 feet 9 inches or 206 cm |
| Weight | 240lb or 109kg |
| Position | Center |
Al Horford’s Draft Status
With his contribution and dedication to the back-to-back NCAA Championships in 2006 and 2007, Al Horford was drafted 3rd overall in the 2007 NBA Draft by the Atlanta Hawks. His draft status reflected his exceptional skills and what a player he is. He possessed a rare combination of athleticism and basketball IQ. He is able to play both power forward and center positions and has strong defense and rebound skills, which is why he was selected by the NBA teams.
During his first season with the Atlanta Hawks, Horford soon established himself as an important player at an average of 10.1 points and 9.7 rebounds per game. He subsequently improved, earning multiple NBA All-Star Selections and becoming known for his consistent performance and leadership on the court. The player played for the team from 2007 to 2016, after which Al Horford joined hands with the Boston Celtics till 2019.
In 2019, Horford signed a four-year contract with the Philadelphia 76ers and on October 23, 2019, he made his 76ers debut, making 16 points, 2 rebounds, and three assists in a 107-93 victory against his former team, the Boston Celtics.
On December 8, 2020, Terrance Ferguson, Danny Green, and Vincent Poirier were swapped for Horford, along with a 2025 first-round pick and the draft rights to Théo Maledon and Vasilije Micić, to the Oklahoma City Thunder. Further, on June 18, 2021, Horford was exchanged with Kemba Walker, the 16th overall pick in the 2021 NBA Draft, along with Moses Brown, and a 2023 2nd pick, to the Boston Celtics.
Overall, the player’s draft status as the “3rd overall pick in 2007” emphasized his potential and NBA readiness, which set the stage for his successful career passes over to multiple teams and hence, he earned respect as one of the league’s premier player, Big Al during his prime years.
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Reviewing Al Horford’s Last Five Matches
Al Horford signed a two-year extension contract with the Boston Celtics in December 2022.
During game 4 of the first round of the playoffs against the Miami Heat, Kristaps Porziņģis got injured, hence putting Horford in line to be the Celtics’ starting center. Since then he played with an average score and finally won the NBA championship.
Here is the review of Al Horford’s last five matches along with scores he made in “Boston Celtics Vs Dallas Mavericks”
- On June 06, 2024, Al Horford played against the Dallas Mavericks where he scored 10 points, 7 rebounds, and 3 assists in 30 minutes. The Boston Celtics won the match with a total score of 107, while the Dallas Mavericks just made 89.
- On June 09, 2024, the player made 5 points, with 7 rebounds, 2 assists, and 1 steal. The Celtics team won the match with a 105- 98 Mavericks final score.
- In the next match on 12 June, Al Horford finished with 8 points, 5 rebounds, 2 assists, and 2 steals, again winning the match.
- In the next match, the Dallas Mavericks defeated the Boston Celtics with a Dallas 122-84 Celtics. Horford could make only 3 points, 3 rebounds, 4 assists, and 1 steal.
- On June 17, 2024, the day of the finals, the Celtics won the NBA Championship. They defeated the Dallas Mavericks with a total score of 106 while the Mavericks could make 88. Horford scored 9 points, 9 rebounds, 2 assists, and 2 steals.
| GAME DATE | MATCHUP | W/L | MIN | PTS | FGM | FGA | FG% | 3:00 PM | 3PA | 3P% | FTM | FTA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2024 | BOS vs. DAL | W | 32 | 9 | 3 | 6 | 50 | 2 | 3 | 66.7 | 1 | 2 |
| Jun 14, 2024 | BOS vs. DAL | L | 23 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 100 | 1 | 1 | 100 | 0 | 0 |
| Jun 12, 2024 | BOS vs. DAL | W | 37 | 8 | 3 | 6 | 50 | 2 | 5 | 40 | 0 | 0 |
| Jun 09, 2024 | BOS vs. DAL | W | 28 | 5 | 2 | 4 | 50 | 1 | 3 | 33.3 | 0 | 0 |
| Jun 06, 2024 | BOS vs. DAL | W | 30 | 10 | 4 | 8 | 50 | 2 | 5 | 40 | 0 | 0 |
FAQ’s:-
1. What is Al Horford’s Net worth?
As of 2024, Al Horford’s net worth is estimated to be $160 million.
2. What is Al Horford’s height and weight?
Al Horford’s height is 6 feet 9 inches or 206cm and his weight is 240lb or 109kg.
