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Al Horford will not play for Sixers tonight against Celtics

Sixers forward Al Horford will not be making his anticipated return to Boston Thursday night as he is hampered by knee soreness.

Former Celtics forward Al Horford will not make his anticipated return to Boston Thursday night as he has been ruled out by the Philadelphia 76ers.

The 33-year-old popped up on the injury report earlier on Thursday after undergoing treatment for what the team is calling a sore left knee and tight left hamstring.

Horford went through shootaround this morning and tested things pregame, but just didn’t feel well enough to give it a go. It certainly appears he made every effort to play, so it’s unfortunate he won’t be able to participate in what is a bit of an extra special night.

Horford expressed disappointment in missing Thursday’s game, noting that he’s not sure what to expect from the home crowd but that it’s all love on his end.

The former Celtic is averaging 13.8 points, 6.8 rebounds, and 3.9 assists for the Sixers this season.

His absence puts a bit of a damper on things, but the game still holds about as much importance as an early-December game can. The historic rivals are currently tied four games behind the East-leading Bucks and jockeying for early position in the conference. Of course, the Celtics are also looking at a revenge game after losing to the Sixers by double-figures on opening night. [lawrence-related id=26078,26067]

 

Al Horford questionable Thursday night against Celtics

The Sixers forward’s return to Boston is in question due to knee soreness and hamstring tightness.

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.

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]