Kornet accumulated five points (2-4 FG, 1-2 FT), three rebounds and two assists across 23 minutes during Thursday's 135-126 victory over Atlanta.
Despite the absence of Victor Wembanyama (calf), Kornet hasn't been able to capitalize on his newfound opportunity after a great start to the campaign. Over his last two starts, Kornet produced just 2.5 points, 3.5 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 0.5 steals in 24.0 minutes per contest. His opportunity in the short term is massive, so it's not a bad idea for fantasy managers to keep rolling the dice on him.
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Spurs' Luke Kornet: Double-double in spot start
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Kornet contributed 13 points (5-5 FG, 3-4 FT), 11 rebounds, one assist and three blocks across 28 minutes during Sunday's 123-110 win over the Kings.
Victor Wembanyama (calf) was held out of the lineup, so Kornet made his first start of the season and produced his second double-double of 2025-26 in only his sixth game. The veteran center could have some fantasy intrigue in the short term if Wembanyama misses any further time, but Kornet is making a good case for an increased role in the frontcourt regardless.
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Spurs' Luke Kornet: Starting against Kings
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Kornet will start Sunday's game against the Kings, Matt George of ABC 10 Sacramento reports.
Victor Wembanyama (calf) will miss his first game of the campaign Sunday, but he's considered day-to-day. Kornet has been productive through five games this season, posting averages of 9.6 points, 5.6 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 0.8 blocks in 22.0 minutes per contest.
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Spurs' Luke Kornet: Drops 16 points in return
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Kornet (ankle) racked up 16 points (6-6 FG, 4-6 FT), seven rebounds, two assists and one block in 20 minutes during Monday's 121-117 victory over the Bulls.
Kornet returned from a seven-game absence due to an ankle sprain and shined while operating as the top backup to Victor Wembanyama in addition to occasionally sharing the court with the standout Frenchman. Matchups could dictate whether Kornet overlaps with Wembanyama on a more frequent basis moving forward, but if Kornet can seize control of a regular 20-plus-minute role, he'll likely be worthy of rostering in most fantasy leagues.
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Spurs' Luke Kornet: Available Monday
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Kornet (ankle) is available for Monday's game against Chicago, Jared Weiss of The Athletic reports.
Kornet is set to make his return from an extended absence due to an ankle sprain. The veteran big man is likely to handle backup center minutes behind Victor Wembanyama. Monday's appearance is lined up to be Kornet's third of the season.
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Spurs' Luke Kornet: Game-time call Monday
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Kornet (ankle), who's officially listed as questionable, will be a game-time decision for Monday's game against the Bulls, Jeff McDonald of the San Antonio Express-News reports.
This report comes after the morning shootaround, and McDonald adds that Kornet is getting "awfully close" to a return. Presumably, Kornet will warm up before a final decision is made on his status. Kornet hasn't played since Oct. 24, when he put up 14 points and 12 rebounds in 35 minutes during a 120-116 overtime win in New Orleans.
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Spurs' Luke Kornet: Iffy for Monday
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Kornet (ankle) is questionable for Monday's game against the Bulls.
Kornet has missed the last seven games due to a left ankle sprain, which has his status in question for Monday. If the big man is unable to suit up Monday, Kelly Olynyk and Bismack Biyombo are likely to share time behind Victor Wembanyama.
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Spurs' Luke Kornet: Iffy for Saturday
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Kornet (ankle) is questionable to play in Saturday's game against the Pelicans, Stephen Michael of Lone Star Sports Journal reports.
Kornet is dealing with an ankle injury, which could keep him sidelined for a seventh straight game. If he's unable to play, the next chance for him to suit up will be Monday against the Bulls.
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Spurs' Luke Kornet: Another absence coming
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Kornet (ankle) won't be available for Friday's game against Houston, per NBA reporter Matthew Tynan.
Friday will mark a sixth straight absence with an ankle sprain for Kornet. The veteran big man has no timetable for a return prior to Saturday's matchup with the Pelicans. With Kelly Olynyk (heel) questionable, it's possible Bismack Biyombo will need to play the backup center role behind Victor Wembanyama.
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Spurs' Luke Kornet: Absence streak to continue
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Kornet (ankle) is out for Wednesday's game against the Lakers, Jared Weiss of The Athletic reports.
Kornet will miss a fifth consecutive game with a sprained left ankle. The veteran big man has no timetable for a return ahead of Friday's clash with the Rockets. Until Kelly Olynyk (heel) and/or Kornet are cleared for their season debuts, Bismack Biyombo should continue to handle the backup center role behind Victor Wembanyama.
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Spurs' Luke Kornet: Out for Sunday
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Kornet (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Suns, Paul Garcia of ProjectSpurs.com reports.
The big man will miss his fourth consecutive game due to a sprained left ankle. With Kornet, Kelly Olynyk (heel) and Jeremy Sochan (wrist) sidelined, Bismack Biyombo will likely continue to see a bump in minutes behind Victor Wembanyama. Kornet's next opportunity to play will come Wednesday against the Lakers.
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Spurs' Luke Kornet: Out again Monday
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Kornet (ankle) will not play Monday against the Raptors.
Kornet will sit out the second leg of this back-to-back set after failing to suit up Sunday against the Nets. Bismack Biyombo logged just 12 minutes against the Nets with the Spurs opting to utilize smaller lineups with guys like Keldon Johnson and Dylan Harper benefitting.
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Spurs' Luke Kornet: Gives timely double-double
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Kornet racked up 14 points (6-9 FG, 2-4 FT), 12 rebounds, four assists and one block over 35 minutes during Friday's 120-116 overtime victory over the Pelicans.
Kornet saw a vast increase in minutes and used them to turn in his first double-double of the season. He was brought in during the offseason from Boston and stepped in after Victor Wembanyama fouled out in overtime. The four assists were a pleasant sign as he adjusts to new teammates. Kornet has a chance to have another strong effort Sunday against Brooklyn.
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Spurs' Luke Kornet: Strong showing off bench
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Kornet logged 15 points (5-7 FG, 5-5 FT), six rebounds and one block over 21 minutes during the Spurs' 133-104 preseason win over the Pacers on Friday.
Kornet put together another strong preseason performance, as he led the Spurs' bench in scoring and rebounds. The ninth-year center signed a four-year, $41 million contract with the Spurs after spending the last three-plus seasons with the Celtics. Kornet figures to play a key role off the pine as the first center off the bench, though the Spurs could also deploy a two-big lineup with the Vanderbilt product and Victor Wembanyama sharing the floor.
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Spurs' Luke Kornet: Scores 16 off bench
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Kornet produced 16 points (6-6 FG, 4-5 FT), seven rebounds, one assist and one steal in 22 minutes of Monday's 124-108 preseason win over Indiana.
Kornet has been an obvious standout for the Spurs throughout the preseason, and at times, he has shown that he can be utilized alongside Victor Wembanyama. Through three exhibitions, Kornet is averaging 10.7 points, 8.0 rebounds, 2.7 assists and 1.0 blocks in 18.6 minutes per contest.
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Spurs' Luke Kornet: Excels against Miami
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Kornet logged nine points (4-6 FG, 1-2 FT), 11 rebounds, four assists, one steal and one block in 16 minutes of Wednesday's 112-107 preseason win over Miami.
After putting up 16 points (6-6 FG, 4-4 FT), four rebounds and one assist in 14 minutes during Monday's 119-88 preseason victory, Kornet kept it rolling Wednesday. The big takeaway from the preseason is that the Spurs have utilized Kornet alongside Victor Wembanyama for stretches, meaning he could see a few more minutes per game than initially projected.
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Celtics' Luke Kornet: Plays well off bench
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Kornet had nine points (3-3 FG, 3-3 FT), four rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal over 23 minutes during Tuesday's 120-89 win over the Magic in Game 5 of the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs.
Kornet had a minimal role prior to Tuesday, but with Kristaps Porzingis picking up a few fouls and the Celtics running away with this game early, Kornet capitalized on some garbage time. Through five postseason games, Kornet is averaging 3.8 points, 2.8 rebounds and 0.8 steals in 16.4 minutes. He's unlikely to see a spike in playing time as long as Porzingis and Al Horford are healthy.
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Celtics' Luke Kornet: Strong in paint in season finale
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Kornet closed with 11 points (5-9 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-2 FT), eight rebounds, two assists, four blocks and one steal across 30 minutes during Sunday's 93-86 win over the Hornets.
Kornet did a little bit of everything in the starting lineup in Sunday's regular-season finale, leading all Celtics in blocks while hauling in a team-high-tying rebound total and finishing as one of four players with a double-digit scoring mark. Kornet has tallied four or more blocks in three outings this season, posting at least 10 points and eight boards on six occasions.
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Celtics' Luke Kornet: Starting against Charlotte
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Kornet is in Boston's starting lineup against Charlotte on Sunday, Justin Turpin of WEEI.com reports.
Kornet will make his 16th start of the season Sunday due to Kristaps Porzingis (illness) and Al Horford (knee) both sidelined. Kornet has started in three of the Celtics' last six games, and over that span he has averaged 10.5 points, 5.7 rebounds and 1.5 assists over 20.7 minutes per game.
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Celtics' Luke Kornet: Starting Wednesday
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Kornet is in the Celtics' starting lineup against the Magic on Wednesday, Cody Taylor of USA Today reports.
Kornet will make his 15th start of the season (and eighth since the beginning of March) due to Al Horford (knee) and Kristaps Porzingis (rest) both being ruled out for Wednesday's contest. Kornet has averaged 11.2 points, 8.6 rebounds and 2.0 assists over 22.4 minutes per game over his last five outings.
