Luke Kornet left the Boston Celtics in free agency to join the San Antonio Spurs on a four-year deal, citing the Spurs as a place that had everything he hoped for and feeling led to make the move, after developing into a key contributor last season with Boston.
The San Antonio Spurs signed free agent center Luke Kornet to a four-year, $41 million deal, adding depth to their frontcourt behind Victor Wembanyama and providing lineup flexibility. Kornet had a strong season with the Celtics, known for his defense and efficient shooting.
The Boston Celtics will miss center Luke Kornet for Game 3 against the Indiana Pacers due to a wrist injury, forcing them to rely on a small-ball lineup with Al Horford as the lone regular center. The team also awaits clarity on Jrue Holiday's status, who is questionable with a non-COVID illness.
The Celtics secured their ninth consecutive win with a 124-113 victory over the Bulls, as Jayson Tatum led the team with 26 points and Luke Kornet tied his career high with 13 rebounds. Kornet's dominant performance included eight points, four assists, and two blocks, showcasing his impact on both ends of the court. Despite the Bulls' strong shooting and low turnovers, Boston's late-game surge, led by Tatum and Kornet, secured the win and a season sweep of Chicago.
The Boston Celtics defeated the San Antonio Spurs 117-98, with role players like Luke Kornet, Neemias Queta, Oshae Brissett, Sam Hauser, and Payton Pritchard stepping up in the absence of key starters Kristaps Porzingis and Derrick White. Kornet's strong performance against rookie phenom Victor Wembanyama, along with contributions from other role players, showcased the team's depth and resilience, while Jayson Tatum, Jrue Holiday, and Jaylen Brown led the charge in scoring.