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Warriors Prepare for Season with Horford as Starting Center

9/8/2025

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The Golden State Warriors are gearing up for the 2025-26 NBA season, with questions about Jonathan Kuminga's role.
NBA Insider Jake Fischer indicates Al Horford will likely start as center for the Warriors.
Last season, Horford averaged nine points, 6.2 rebounds, and 2.1 assists with Boston.
Horford's defensive skills may help contain Nikola Jokic, who dominated recent matchups.
The Warriors will center their offense around Stephen Curry and Jimmy Butler, easing scoring demands on Horford.

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The Golden State Warriors are gearing up for the 2025-26 NBA season, with questions about Jonathan Kuminga's role.
NBA Insider Jake Fischer indicates Al Horford will likely start as center for the Warriors.
Last season, Horford averaged nine points, 6.2 rebounds, and 2.1 assists with Boston.
Horford's defensive skills may help contain Nikola Jokic, who dominated recent matchups.
The Warriors will center their offense around Stephen Curry and Jimmy Butler, easing scoring demands on Horford.