Veteran center Al Horford is deciding between the Los Angeles Lakers and Golden State Warriors. The NBA champion could also retire. Horford appeared in 60 games for the Boston Celtics last season.

Horford is a key member of Joe Mazzulla's roster. Not only is he a reliable presence on the court, he's also a leader in the locker room and on the bench. Nevertheless, Horford may value the opportunity to keep contending for a championship next season, which is something Boston is unable to offer.

So far this summer, the Warriors have seen one of their own longtime centers, Kevon Looney, abandon the team for the New Orleans Pelicans in free agency. It's not a great loss, as Looney proved virtually unplayable in the postseason.

Al Horford might be on the brink of joining the Golden State Warriors. According to renowned correspondent Marc Stein, all signs indicate that the Dominican veteran will land in the Bay Area. This move could be a masterstroke for the Warriors,

The Golden State Warriors are reportedly expected to be a top suitor for veteran center Al Horford when the NBA free-agent negotiating period opens Monday at 6 p.m. ET.

NBA free agency officially kicked off on Monday evening as the negotiating window opened for eligible players and all teams across the league at 6 p.m. ET. Monday night was relatively quiet, but the first stunners of the new league year came Tuesday morning.

The veteran big man has an offer to play in Greece. Meanwhile, teams are discussing a potential seven-team trade.