Stephen A. calls Al Horford a major win for the Warriors — a veteran leader with championship experience and the tools to boost their title chase.

The Golden State Warriors waited until the eve of training camp, but they finally got business done. Their rumored target, Al Horford, is signing a multi-year deal, while Gary Payton II and De’Anthony Melton also return.

With his contract stalemate with the Warriors still underway, the restricted free agent forward reportedly won't be in attendance for media day.

The Rockets have been suffering repeated playoff defeats at the hands of the Warriors since the James Harden era, but this offseason, they reloaded with a familiar face that once led Golden State. Kevin Durant will join a Houston squad that went 52-30 last season, making the team legitimate title contenders.

Golden State Warriors have secured veteran center Al Horford on a multi-year deal for the 2025 NBA season, a move hailed by ESPN's Stephen A. Smith as

The Warriors have made a long-term move with a rookie guard while bringing back key veterans to balance their roster for another title run.

Having played in the NBA for 18 years, Dwight Howard has Hall of Fame status. He has a championship ring, eight All-Star selections, and eight All-NBA Team nods from his peak years.

The Golden State Warriors probably aren't pleased with a recent report regarding their disgruntled 22-year-old forward.