Overview

• Al Horford, now an unrestricted free agent, has stated he needs time with his wife and five children before deciding on his NBA future.
• The Celtics’ offseason is complicated by Jayson Tatum’s Achilles injury, ruling him out for next season, and potential knee surgery for Jaylen Brown.
• Horford’s decision may also weigh Boston’s $500 million projected payroll and luxury tax constraints, which could force roster changes.
• Teammates, including Luke Kornet and Payton Pritchard, have publicly praised Horford’s leadership and expressed hope for his return.
• Jrue Holiday has fully recovered from a pinkie injury, while Horford reflects on the Celtics’ playoff loss and the challenges ahead.