When Elton Brand and the 76ers inked Al Horford to a massive 4-year 109 million dollar contract this offseason, I’ll be the first one to admit that I had some reservations. Not only is Horford a 33 year-old with less than stellar career statistical numbers, but “center” is a position the 76ers are already set at with Joel Embiid for the foreseeable future.
However, after just one regular season game Horford has already proven his value, showing Brand and the fans exactly why he was worth the big payday.
The Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Boston Celtics 107-93 on Wednesday night, a game that despite all the theatrics of a season opener, relied heavily on some old school “gritty” style basketball.