Al Horford delivered a standout performance in Game 5, leading the Boston Celtics to victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers. The 37-year-old veteran scored 22 points, grabbed 15 rebounds, dished out 5 assists, and blocked 3 shots. Horford's shooting was impressive, hitting 8-of-13 from the field and 6-of-13 from beyond the arc, with a 53% FG. This performance marks the first time since the 2022 Finals that Horford has achieved such statistics in the postseason. Additionally, Horford became the oldest player in NBA Playoff history to record at least 15 points, 10 rebounds, and 5 three-pointers in a game. He was a best-on-Celtics +16 in 23:46 on the floor. Boston led Cleveland 85-78 entering the 4th quarter and secured a close out win, advancing in the series.
What a night for 37-year-old Al Horford 22 points 15 rebounds 5 assists 3 blocks Celts win; Series win @wbz https://t.co/O8hmBEvAnF
Al Horford dropped a monster line in Game 5 🔥 22 points 8-of-13 FG 15 rebounds 6-of-13 3PT 5 assists 3 blocks Oldest player in NBA Playoff history with 15+ points, 10+ rebounds, and 5+ 3-pointers in a game. https://t.co/jslyH2rUxi
What a game for Horford, 22 points, 15 rebounds, 5 assists, 3 blocked shots and some solid defensive plays. #Celtics #Cavaliers
Al Horford tonight: 22 Points 15 Rebounds 5 Assists 3 Blocks 53% FG 6/13 3PM https://t.co/BSs1aMUnLf
Al Horford has 8 rebounds in the 4th quarter. He's at 19 and 14 for the evening, the first time he's put up those numbers in the postseason since Game 6 of the 22 Finals.
37-year-old Al Horford with 19 pts, 11 rebounds, 5 assists and 3 blocks in trying to lead the @celtics to a G5 “close out” win - @WBZ #NBA https://t.co/ceQS9RAbna
Al Horford tonight: 19 points 11 rebounds 5 assists 3 blocks 1 badass, throwback performance
Al Horford with 14 points, 6 rebounds, 3 assists and 3 blocks through three quarters. The Antique Freak is a best-on-Celtics +16 in 23:46 on the floor. Boston leads Cleveland, 85-78 entering the 4th.
Al Horford is 3/7 from deep in the first half, tying Game 2 for his most 3s in a game this postseason.