Al Horford will skip the upcoming FIBA Americas qualifying tournament, Jaryd Wilson of NBA.com reports.

Horford will skip the upcoming FIBA Americas qualifying tournament, Jaryd Wilson of NBA.com reports.

Analysis:

Horford took to Twitter to announce his plans circumvent his duties with the Dominican Republic National Team this summer. The Hawks' center was hindered during the playoffs by finger and knee injuries. Horford's priorities include recovering from a long season and improving his game heading into the final year of his contract.