Ex-Sixers Big Man Drawing Interest From LA Lakers and Warriors

As free agency rages on, a handful of former Philadelphia 76ers players remain on the open market. Despite being in the later stages of his career, one former All-Star is drawing interest from numerous hopeful contenders.

Following a four-year run in his second stint with the franchise, the expectation is that Al Horford won't be back on the Boston Celtics. With them preparing for what many are dubbing a gap year, the veteran big man might look elsewhere in hopes of competing for a championship.

At 39-years-old, Horford is still an effective role player. He is a versatile offensive piece, and his high IQ allows him to be impactful on defense as well. Last season for the Celtics, Horford averaged 9.0 PPG, 6.2 RPG, and 2.1 APG, floating between the starting lineup and second unit.

While on NBA Today earlier this week, NBA insider Marc Spears opened up on Horford's free agency. He cited the Golden State Warriors and LA Lakers as teams with interest in signing him.

"Golden State obviously expected him to sign last week," Spears said. "Lakers, Milwaukee, Atlanta I believe are also interested the nearly 40-year-old guy who also has retirement on the table."