Horford was quickly picked by many fans as a top-5 pick in the draft.[4] On June 28, 2007, he was selected 3rd overall by Atlanta Hawks in the 2007 NBA Draft.[5]
On February 16, 2008, Horford played in the NBA All-Star Rookie Challenge. He had 19 points and 7 rebounds as the rookies were defeated by the sophomores.[6]
During his 2007–2008 rookie season, Horford was honored as Rookie of the Month on four separate occasions: November, February, March and April.[7]
Horford ranked first among rookies in double doubles (25), as well as rebounds (9.7 per game), which was 13th among all NBA players. Among first-year players, Horford also finished sixth in scoring (10.1 ppg).
On May 1, 2008, he finished second in voting to the Seattle SuperSonics' Kevin Durant for Rookie of the Year.
On May 13, 2008, he was the only unanimous selection to the 2008 Rookie First Team.[8]
During the 2007–2008 playoffs Horford managed 12.6 PPG, 10.4 RPG and 1.0 BPG.
On January 28, 2010, Horford was named as a 2010 All-Star Game reserve.
(Stats according to wiki)
I think this speaks for itself. He is one of the great centers out there and i hope he is not discouraged by this. He is still young and has much more to come. I am confident in him and im very happy that he is on our team!