Al Horford, the 38-year-old veteran center for the Boston Celtics, has won his first NBA championship, becoming the first Dominican player to achieve this milestone. Horford's journey to the title has been marked by perseverance and dedication, having played the most playoff games without a championship before this victory. His achievement is celebrated by teammates and fans alike, with Celtics owner Wyc Grousbeck confirming that Horford will return to the team next season. Horford, a former Florida basketball star, also envisions playing into his 40s. His win also shifts the title of active leader in most playoff games played without a championship to James Harden. Reflecting on his decision to come to Boston, Horford recalled Danny Ainge's words about the special nature of winning in the city.
As the first Dominican NBA champion, Al Horford’s Celtics win kindles Caribbean pride locally https://t.co/6weX8rcLQL
Celtics' Al Horford to return for 18th NBA season following long-awaited title, team owner says https://t.co/TENIjOloUB
To a man, Celtic teammates are happiest to see Al Horford finally hold championship trophy https://t.co/6i2Nl5OE1k
‘Just how I saw it’: Al Horford is an NBA champion https://t.co/INSkbqURiK
With Al Horford winning a ring, James Harden has now played the most playoff games without a championship 😬 https://t.co/Ot0FgEx5Bv
Boston Celtics’ Al Hortford becomes the first Dominican player in the league’s history to win the NBA Finals. https://t.co/O0TIfCrAGk
Celtics owner Wyc Grousbeck made a definitive statement on Al Horford’s future after Boston's NBA title win https://t.co/iNC3WaoiFJ
Boston #Celtics center Al Horford’s 1st title included the longest wait by any #NBA champion ever & was an inspiration to his native Dominican Republic. The faith-centered 38-year-old also envisions playing into his 40’s. His story in @andscape #NBAFinals https://t.co/9uRc1VL1Li
Former Florida basketball star Al Horford wins first NBA Finals with Boston Celtics https://t.co/luK2WVe8Iu
After winning his first NBA title at 38 years old, Al Horford plans to return to the Celtics next season, owner Wyc Grousbeck said Tuesday. “Al is coming back for next year. That’s what I’ve been told," he said on WEEI's "The Greg Hill Show." 🔗 https://t.co/jUxn9gxupd
Celtics teammates praise Al Horford after 38-year-old vet wins first title https://t.co/lSRboGGMgI
Boston Celtics’ #AlHorford Becomes First Dominican Player to Win #NBAChampionship https://t.co/rb5eWewWCw
Celtics owner Wyc Grousbeck confirms that Al Horford will be returning to the Celtics next season! https://t.co/WfTSwxH9bS
From @GlobeChadFinn: No Celtic has waited this long, and worked this hard, for a shot at the title. And now, it's Al Horford's moment to celebrate. https://t.co/F8as4nqcaS
Al Horford is finally a champion 🏆 The active leader in most playoff games played without an NBA title is now James Harden. (H/T @JustEsBaraheni) https://t.co/D6549RNYgt
New story: “Nobody deserved it more than Al.” Al Horford is a champion at long last. https://t.co/FOmdfuWSIy
Celtics' Al Horford finally wins first NBA title, removes name from list featuring Karl Malone, James Harden https://t.co/DH1QLI66ZT
"I'll never forget what Danny Ainge told me... 'there's nothing like winning in Boston'... It's special." Al Horford reflects on his decision to come to Boston and now winning his first championship 👏 https://t.co/Ou0PsT5nA7