Sat Jan 03 04:00:00 UTC 2026: Summary:

Al Horford of the Golden State Warriors will sit out Monday’s game against the Brooklyn Nets for rest, as confirmed by head coach Steve Kerr. This is part of Horford’s regular protocol for back-to-back sets. He played 17 minutes in Sunday’s loss to the Raptors. He is expected to return to play Wednesday against Charlotte.

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Warriors’ Horford to Rest Against Nets

SAN FRANCISCO, CA – Golden State Warriors veteran Al Horford will sit out Monday night’s game against the Brooklyn Nets for rest purposes. Head coach Steve Kerr confirmed the decision prior to Sunday’s overtime loss to the Toronto Raptors.

This “rest day” has become standard protocol for Horford in recent seasons when facing back-to-back games. Horford played 17 minutes in Sunday’s loss, scoring seven points and grabbing seven rebounds.

Warriors fans can expect to see Horford back on the court Wednesday when the team travels to Charlotte to face the Hornets. Warriors management has not commented on how Horford’s absence will change the starting line up.

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