Al Horford got off to a slow start for the Warriors, but he had perhaps his best game of the season Sunday in a blowout win over the Pacers. Horford missed Golden State’s last game due to a foot issue , leading to a short absence.

Horford also started 5-for-24 (20.8%) on 3-pointers to open the year as part of a shooting slump. But Horford shot 4-for-6 on 3s in the Pacers win, finishing with 12 points, four rebounds and three blocks in 18 minutes. He also credited Jimmy Butler for helping him break out of his slow start.

“Jimmy, right away, made it a clear point to look for me,” Horford told reporters. “There were a few times he had layups and he was looking to kick it out and encouraging me to shoot the ball. The passes are there. They’re on the money. I credit that a lot to him for ki

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