Warriors get bad Al Horford free agency update involving 3 other teams

The Golden State Warriors and Al Horford have yet to finalize a contract in free agency.

Most assumptions were that a deal was still coming and might just depend on the money in a Jonathan Kuminga contract.

But NBA insider Marc Spears said Monday that Horford was supposed to sign last week.

"Golden State expected him to sign last week, he didn't," Spears said on NBA Today. "Lakers, Milwaukee, Atlanta I believe are also interested."

Earlier reports had indicated that it was basically down to the Lakers and Warriors.

If the Bucks and Hawks are also in play, that could be what has prolonged this process.

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It'd be a reunion in Atlanta for Horford. 

All four of these teams have playoff aspirations and needs at center. Horford has earned plenty of money. He's likely hoping to ensure he ends up in the best fit for himself and the team around him.

And at least right now, it appears Golden State might not be as in the driver's seat as everyone thought.

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