NBA Free Agency 2016: 5 best fits for Al Horford

May 8, 2016; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Hawks center Al Horford (15) reacts with guard Dennis Schroder (17) after making a three point basket against the Cleveland Cavaliers during the second half in game four of the second round of the NBA Playoffs at Philips Arena. The Cavaliers defeated the Hawks 100-99. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports /

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Dec 29, 2015; Houston, TX, USA; Atlanta Hawks center Al Horford (15) moves to the basket as Houston Rockets forward Trevor Ariza (1) defends during the fourth quarter at Toyota Center. The Hawks defeated the Rockets 121-115. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports /

3. Houston Rockets

The Houston Rockets are going to lose Dwight Howard to another team in free agency and quite frankly, it’s the best thing for him as he’s not going to fit in with what new head coach Mike D’Antoni wants to do with the Rockets’ roster.

However, the Rockets are going to have a void to fill up front with the departure of Howard. The team currently has Clint Capela, but they’re going to be listening in on big men that are available in free agency and if they’re lucky, they’ll be able to talk to Horford.

Horford is versatile enough and can shoot the ball enough that he can fit in with what the Rockets are trying to do on offense. More importantly, he doesn’t come in with an inflated ego and he won’t clash with James Harden on the floor.

More than anything, the Rockets need to add some leaders to their roster that can raise the chemistry. If they are lucky enough to add Horford they are going to get a great player and a better person in the locker room.

The Rockets shouldn’t kid themselves and think they can land Kevin Durant, they need to go after Horford first.

Next: 2. Miami Heat

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