The Golden State Warriors have officially announced the signing of an NBA champion center on a multi-year contract.

Golden State remains aggressive in its pursuit of another elite player, but the front office is reportedly preparing a backup plan if LeBron James never becomes available.

Al Horford was serviceable for the Golden State Warriors during the 2025-26 NBA season. Horford spent his first year in Golden State, teaming up with two-time MVP Stephen Curry and 2017 NBA Defensive Player of the Year Draymond Green.

Veteran big man Al Horford is heading into his 20th NBA season after signing a new multi-year contract with the Warriors.

Considering team needs, here are five players the Golden State Warriors should consider taking in the second round of the 2026 NBA Draft.

The Golden State Warriors have put together their teams through a variety of ways over the years, yet few approaches have proven as successful as the NBA draft. More than anything else, the most talented players to represent the Warriors have arrived in Golden State either by being selected directly in the annual draft or through trades executed on that same night.

The Golden State Warriors have officially selected Lajae Jones with the No. 54 pick in the 2026 NBA draft.