LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles Lakers are among the betting favorites to sign veteran forward Al Horford, according to updated odds from BetOnline.ag.
The five-time All-Star is listed at 6-to-1 odds to join the Lakers, trailing only the New York Knicks (4/1) and Golden State Warriors (5/1) as the most likely destinations should Horford leave the Boston Celtics.
Horford, 39, is a respected locker room presence and versatile big man with a proven playoff résumé, including helping lead the Celtics to the 2024 NBA Finals. His ability to stretch the floor, defend multiple positions and provide veteran leadership makes him an attractive option for teams looking to contend.
The Lakers, who have limited cap space this offseason, are exploring smaller contracts and potential sign-and-trade options to round out their roster. Horford could fit as a key frontcourt addition alongside Deandre Ayton.
Horford averaged 9.0 points and 6.2 rebounds last season in a reduced role with the Celtics, but he remains one of the league’s most reliable defenders and passers among big men.
Other teams with notable odds to sign Horford include the Milwaukee Bucks (7/1), San Antonio Spurs (8/1), and Detroit Pistons (17/2). The Atlanta Hawks (12/1), where Horford began his career, are also on the board.
The Lakers have also been linked in betting markets to Chris Paul (10/1) and Marvin Bagley as they look to reshape their rotation heading into LeBron James’ potential final season with the franchise.