Hawks center Al Horford will play in this weekend’s All-Star game as an injury replacement for Chris Bosh, who is dealing with a strained calf.
What a privilege to be named to the #NBAAllStarTO team. Looking forward to representing Atlanta! #Grateful
— Al Horford (@Al_Horford) February 12, 2016
Bosh was in Toronto for Friday’s All-Star media availability, but made the decision shortly thereafter not to play. It will be Horford’s fourth All-Star selection.
Blazers guard CJ McCollum will replace Bosh in the Three-Point Contest.
Woj at the Vertical broke the story:
