The Golden State Warriors have some important decisions to make this summer after Steve Kerr signed a new two-year contract. Several players could enter free agency, including Al Horford, who has a player option for next season.
Speaking on Friday’s press conference, Kerr and Warriors general manager Mike Dunleavy Jr. discussed the possibility of bringing back Horford if he becomes a free agent. The Warriors are interested in welcoming him back to the Bay Area, but the ball is in his court.
“You know, Al has an option,” Dunleavy said, via NBC Sports Bay Area. “I think frankly his option is two-fold: One, do you want to keep playing? Two, do you want to be back with the Warriors?”
Kerr added, “I had an exit meeting with Al a couple of days after the season ended. Obviously, we want him back. It’s his option with the player option. I know he really enjoys it here. I know his family loves it here. I’m hoping he’s back.”
Horford signed a two-year, $11.7 million contract with the Warriors last summer, with a player option for the second season. He had a solid first season in Golden State, especially at his age.
He averaged 8.3 points, 4.9 rebounds, 2.6 assists and 1.1 blocks per game. However, he was limited to 45 games due to injuries, though he had a memorable performance in the NBA Play-In Tournament against the Los Angeles Clippers.
