Al Horford's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Al Horford.

Al Horford is a Dominican professional basketball player currently playing for the Boston Celtics in the NBA. Known as "Big Al," he is a five-time NBA All-Star. Notably, he secured an NBA championship with the Celtics in 2024, marking a significant achievement in his career.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2005: Won Southeastern Conference Tournament Championship

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

2005: SEC Championship

In 2005, the Gators won the SEC championship for a second straight year.

2006: NCAA National Championship

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

March 4, 2007: Scored 1,000 Career Points

On March 4, 2007, Al Horford scored exactly 14 points in the final home game of the season against Kentucky, becoming the fourth player on his team to reach 1,000 career points.

April 2, 2007: Gators Repeated as National Champions

On April 2, 2007, the Florida Gators, including Al Horford, won their second consecutive national championship, defeating Ohio State.

2007: Back-to-Back NCAA National Championship and NBA Draft

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

2007: NBA All-Rookie First Team

In 2007, Al Horford was unanimously selected to the NBA All-Rookie First Team and was runner-up for Rookie of the Year.

2010: NBA All-Star Weekend

In 2010, Al Horford was an All-Star for the second straight year and was a member of the Atlanta team that won the Shooting Stars Competition.

2011: Named Third-Team All-NBA

In 2011, Al Horford was named Third-Team All-NBA.

November 26, 2012: Named Eastern Conference Player of the Week

On November 26, 2012, Al Horford was named Eastern Conference Player of the Week for the first time in his career.

February 27, 2013: Scored Career-High 34 Points

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

December 22, 2014: Named Eastern Conference Player of the Week

On December 22, 2014, Al Horford was named Eastern Conference Player of the Week for the second time in his career.

January 13, 2015: Recorded First Career Triple-Double

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

November 11, 2015: Scored 26 Points

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 All-Star

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.

February 4, 2018: Game-Winning Jumper

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

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 in Game 7 of the Eastern Conference Finals. He became the first Dominican to reach the NBA Finals.

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 of his countrymen to do so. He was also awarded the Order of Merit of Duarte, Sánchez and Mella.

2024: First NBA Title

In 2024, Al Horford won his first NBA title after playing 186 career playoff games, the second-most all-time.

2024: NBA Championship with the Celtics

In 2024, Al Horford won the NBA championship as a player for the Boston Celtics.

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

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