Bucks interested in Al Horford: Here’s how he could fit

The Milwaukee Bucks are reportedly showing interest in veteran center Al Horford to potentially fill one of their final roster spots. This interest comes despite the Bucks having recently re-signed Bobby Portis and Jericho Sims, and acquiring Myles Turner, which initially seemed to solidify their frontcourt. Horford, a 39-year-old center previously with the Boston Celtics, is unsigned and potentially seeking a new team or considering retirement. While the Warriors, Lakers, and Nuggets were earlier favorites, the Bucks and Hawks are now also rumored suitors.

Signing Horford on a veteran's minimum contract is seen as an intriguing possibility for the Bucks. Offensively, his role would be limited to setting effective screens and making open three-point shots, skills he still possesses despite his age. Defensively, while showing some decline guarding the perimeter, he remains a solid interior defender and rim protector.

Within the Bucks' rotation, Horford would not start and Bobby Portis would likely remain the first big man off the bench. His addition wouldn't completely eliminate opportunities for Jericho Sims, especially as Horford typically avoids playing both nights of back-to-backs. Horford would allow Portis to play primarily power forward off the bench. Horford and Sims would offer different options at backup center – Horford providing floor spacing and Sims providing athleticism and rim threat, depending on matchups.

Overall, Horford's catch-and-shoot ability and still-serviceable defense are viewed as a good fit for Milwaukee. However, the report suggests it seems unlikely he ultimately becomes a Buck. The Bucks' interest in another big man as they finalize their roster is noted as interesting, but the outcome remains uncertain.