Career Timeline of Al Horford: Major Achievements and Milestones

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Al Horford made an impact.

Al Horford is a Dominican professional basketball player currently playing for the Golden State Warriors in the NBA. Known as "Big Al," he's a five-time NBA All-Star and has achieved the status of an NBA champion, highlighting his significant contributions and success in professional basketball.

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2004: Acceptance of Athletic Scholarship

In 2004, Al Horford accepted an athletic scholarship to attend the University of Florida, choosing it over other universities.

2005: SEC Tournament Championship

In 2005, Al Horford made an immediate impact for the Florida Gators, starting at center and helping them win the Southeastern Conference tournament championship.

December 2006: Return from Injury against Ohio State

In December 2006, after missing games due to injury, Al Horford returned from the bench to play against Ohio State, holding Greg Oden to seven points. Horford recorded 11 points and 11 rebounds as the Gators defeated the Buckeyes.

2006: NCAA Championship with Florida Gators

In 2006, Al Horford, playing for the Florida Gators, was the starting center on the team that won the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) national championship.

2006: NCAA National Title

In 2006, the Florida Gators defeated UCLA for the school's first national title, with Al Horford contributing 14 points and seven rebounds.

March 4, 2007: Scored 1,000 Career Points

On March 4, 2007, in the final home game of the season against Kentucky, Al Horford became the fourth player on his team to score 1,000 career points.

April 2, 2007: Gators repeated as national champions

On April 2, 2007, the Florida Gators repeated as national champions, becoming the first team to do so since 1991. They defeated Ohio State 84-75

June 28, 2007: Drafted by the Atlanta Hawks

On June 28, 2007, Al Horford was selected by the Atlanta Hawks with the third overall pick in the 2007 NBA draft.

2007: Second NCAA Championship and NBA Draft

In 2007, Al Horford and the Florida Gators won their second consecutive NCAA national championship. Later that year, he was drafted third overall by the Atlanta Hawks in the NBA draft.

2007: Signed Rookie Scale Contract

In 2007, Al Horford signed his rookie scale contract with the Atlanta Hawks.

2008: Joined Dominican Republic national team

In 2008, Al Horford became a member of the Dominican Republic national team.

2008: Started All 67 Games

In 2008-09, Al Horford started all 67 games he played, averaging 11.5 points and 9.3 rebounds.

2009: Outstanding Season

In 2009-10, Al Horford became the first Hawks draft pick to earn an All-Star berth since 1992.

November 1, 2010: Signed Contract Extension with the Hawks

On November 1, 2010, Al Horford signed a five-year, $60 million contract extension with the Atlanta Hawks.

2010: Averages in 2010-11

In 2010-11, Al Horford posted averages of 15.3 points, 9.3 rebounds, 3.5 assists, 1.0 blocks and 0.8 steals.

2010: Played since 2010-11 Season

In 2014-15, Al Horford played in 76 regular season games, the most since the 2010-11 season.

December 25, 2011: Start of the 2011-12 Season

Due to the 2011 NBA lockout, the 2011-12 season did not begin until December 25, 2011.

2011: All-Star and Shooting Stars Competition

During the 2011 NBA All-Star Weekend, Al Horford was an All-Star for the second straight year, and he was also a member of the Atlanta team that won the Shooting Stars Competition.

2011: Bronze Medal at FIBA Americas Championship

In 2011, Al Horford won a bronze medal at the FIBA Americas Championship and earned All-Tournament Team honors.

2012: End of run with Dominican Republic national team

In 2012, Al Horford ended his run with the Dominican Republic national team.

February 27, 2013: Career-High 34 Points

On February 27, 2013, Al Horford scored a career-high 34 points in a victory over the Utah Jazz.

January 13, 2015: First Career Triple-Double

On January 13, 2015, Al Horford recorded his first career triple-double with 21 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists against the Philadelphia 76ers.

November 11, 2015: Career-High Four Three-Pointers

On November 11, 2015, Al Horford scored 26 points and made a career-high four three-pointers in a victory over the New Orleans Pelicans.

February 12, 2016: Named to Eastern Conference All-Star Team

On February 12, 2016, Al Horford was named to replace the injured Chris Bosh on the 2016 Eastern Conference All-Star team, marking his fourth All-Star selection.

July 8, 2016: Signed with the Boston Celtics

On July 8, 2016, Al Horford signed a four-year, $113 million contract with the Boston Celtics, expressing his anticipation to collaborate with head coach Brad Stevens and the team to secure a championship.

October 26, 2016: Celtics Debut

On October 26, 2016, Al Horford made his debut with the Boston Celtics in their season-opening game, securing a 122–117 victory over the Brooklyn Nets with 11 points, five rebounds, and six assists.

2016: Signed with the Celtics as a Free Agent

In the 2016 offseason, Al Horford signed with the Boston Celtics as a free agent after playing nine seasons with the Atlanta Hawks.

March 19, 2017: Season-High 27 Points

On March 19, 2017, Al Horford scored a season-high 27 points in a 105–99 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers.

November 12, 2017: Returned from Concussion with 21 points

On November 12, 2017, Al Horford returned after missing two games due to a concussion, scoring 21 points in a 95–94 victory over the Toronto Raptors, marking the Celtics' 12th consecutive win.

February 4, 2018: Buzzer-Beating Fadeaway Jumper

On February 4, 2018, Al Horford made a 15-foot fadeaway jumper at the buzzer, leading the Celtics to a 97–96 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers, along with 22 points, 10 rebounds, and five assists.

October 19, 2018: 14 Points, 10 Rebounds, and 9 Assists

On October 19, 2018, Al Horford recorded 14 points, 10 rebounds, and 9 assists in a 113-101 loss to the Toronto Raptors.

February 21, 2019: 21 Points and Season-High 17 Rebounds

On February 21, 2019, Al Horford recorded 21 points, five assists, and a season-high 17 rebounds in a 98–97 loss to the Milwaukee Bucks.

July 10, 2019: Signed with the Philadelphia 76ers

On July 10, 2019, Al Horford, as an unrestricted free agent, signed a four-year, $97 million contract (with $12 million in bonuses) with the Philadelphia 76ers.

October 23, 2019: 76ers Debut

On October 23, 2019, Al Horford debuted with the 76ers, recording 16 points, two rebounds, and three assists in a 107–93 victory over his former team, the Boston Celtics.

December 8, 2020: Traded to the Oklahoma City Thunder

On December 8, 2020, Al Horford was traded to the Oklahoma City Thunder, alongside a 2025 first-round pick, Théo Maledon's draft rights, and Vasilije Micić's draft rights, in exchange for Terrance Ferguson, Danny Green, and Vincent Poirier.

December 26, 2020: Thunder Debut

On December 26, 2020, Al Horford made his debut with the Thunder, recording three points, three assists, and a season-high 13 rebounds in a 109–107 victory over the Charlotte Hornets.

February 5, 2021: Season-High 26 Points

On February 5, 2021, Al Horford scored a season-high 26 points, alongside seven rebounds, eight assists, two steals, and three blocks in a 106–103 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves.

June 18, 2021: Traded Back to the Boston Celtics

On June 18, 2021, Al Horford, along with Moses Brown and a 2023 second-round pick, was traded back to the Boston Celtics in exchange for Kemba Walker, the 16th overall pick in the 2021 NBA draft, and a 2025 second-round pick.

2021: Trade Back to the Celtics

Prior to the 2021 season, Al Horford was traded back to the Boston Celtics after playing for the Philadelphia 76ers and the Oklahoma City Thunder.

March 3, 2022: Season-High 21 Points and 15 Rebounds

On March 3, 2022, Al Horford contributed a season-high 21 points and 15 rebounds, helping the Celtics secure a 120–107 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies.

May 7, 2022: 22 points against Milwaukee Bucks

On May 7, 2022, during Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals, Al Horford scored 22 points with 16 rebounds, five assists, two blocks, and no turnovers in a 103–101 loss against the Milwaukee Bucks.

May 29, 2022: Reached NBA Finals for the First Time

On May 29, 2022, Al Horford reached the NBA Finals for the first time in his 15-year career as the Celtics defeated the Miami Heat 100–96 in Game 7 of the Eastern Conference Finals.

December 1, 2022: Signed Two-Year Extension with Celtics

On December 1, 2022, Al Horford signed a two-year, $20 million contract extension with the Boston Celtics.

2022: Reaches NBA Finals

In 2022, Al Horford reached the NBA Finals with the Celtics.

January 19, 2023: 20 Points against Golden State Warriors

On January 19, 2023, Al Horford had 20 points, 10 rebounds, and three blocks in a rematch of the previous Finals as he helped the Celtics beat the Golden State Warriors in overtime 121–118.

2023: Selected for FIBA Basketball World Cup extended list

In 2023, Al Horford was selected for the country's 30-man extended list ahead of the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup.

April 29, 2024: Starting Center Due to Injury

On April 29, 2024, in Game 4 of the first round of the playoffs against the Miami Heat, Kristaps Porziņģis was injured, positioning Al Horford to be the Celtics' starting center.

September 12, 2024: Visited Dominican Republic with Larry O'Brien Trophy

On September 12, 2024, Al Horford visited the Dominican Republic with the Larry O'Brien Trophy, becoming the first Dominican to do so.

2024: First NBA Title

In 2024, Al Horford won his first NBA title with the Celtics.

February 21, 2025: #42 Retired at Grand Ledge High School

On February 21, 2025, Al Horford’s #42 was retired at Grand Ledge High School, making him only the second member of the Grand Ledge High School Athletics Hall of Fame to also have their number retired.