The Celtics have reportedly complained about the 76ers tampering with Al Horford.
Horford opted out, and it seemed he could return to Boston. But more than a week before free agency officially began, a report emerged he’d leave the Celtics while expecting a four-year, $100 million contract elsewhere. He committed to the 76ers on the first day of free agency, getting $97 million guaranteed and up to $109 million over four years.
What did Horford make of tampering allegations coming from Boston, where Danny Ainge runs the front office?
Horford on The Dan Patrick Show:
Notice the lack of a denial.
But Horford is right: It’s ridiculous. Because the Celtics are hypocrites who locked up Kemba Walker before free agency officially began.
Though Boston’s specific complaints don’t hold water, there are legitimate issues with the wider landscape.
