New Philadelphia 76ers forward Al Horford was set to play in Boston Thursday night for the first time since leaving the Celtics to sign with the Sixers this summer. Now, it looks like that homecoming might be in jeopardy.
Per the Inquirer’s Keith Pompey, Horford is now listed as questionable for the key matchup between division rivals. Pompey reports that the forward’s status is in doubt due to left knee soreness and left hamstring tightness, ailments for which he underwent treatment this morning. Pompey also notes that Horford did go through shootaround, which would seem to indicate that Horford will try to play.
#Sixers PF Al Horford underwent treatment this morning for left knee soreness and left hamstring tightness and is now considered questionable for tonight’s game. Went through shootaround. His status for tonight’s game will be updated as appropriate.
— Keith Pompey (@PompeyOnSixers) December 12, 2019
Horford spent three seasons in Boston, becoming a fan favorite along the way. He averaged 13.5 points, seven rebounds, and 4.6 assists for the Celtics.
From a Sixers perspective, it would certainly be nice to have Horford on the court. Despite it only being early December, Thursday’s matchup holds plenty of importance. The Sixers and Celtics currently sit tied four games back of the Eastern Conference-leading Milwaukee Bucks. Boston is 17-6 while the Sixers are 18-7.
Stay tuned to Sixers Wire for updates on Horford’s status as game time approaches. [lawrence-related id=21127,21109]