Some have suggested that he could sign with the Los Angeles Lakers, but after they signed Deandre Ayton, it remains uncertain what the interest looks like. Despite that, according to Evan Sidery, an NBA Insider, the Lakers still have interest in Horford.

Ayton's addition makes the Lakers better on paper. But it will be what happens when no one is watching that demonstrates his biggest impact.

The former No. 1 overall pick became an unrestricted free agent after being bought out by Portland and clearing waivers.