Luke Kornet
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2025-26 Season Stats
PPG
9.8
RPG
6.6
APG
2.0
FG%
76.4
3P%
0.0
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SAS • Center-Forward • #40
3 days ago
Kornet drew the starting assignment at center with Victor Wembanyama sidelined due to left calf tightness and wound up delivering his second double-double of the season while logging his most minutes since October 24. The 30-year-old big man carries legitimate streaming appeal in fantasy formats whenever Wembanyama sits, as he’s capable of chipping in on the glass and offers surprising offensive touch as a rim-runner and interior finisher.
SAS • Center-Forward • #40
8 days ago
“French Vanilla,” the nickname given to the tandem of Kornet and Victor Wembanyama, is back. The former returned to the Spurs’ rotation after missing seven games with ankle and shoulder injuries, and he looked sharp. Kornet played 20 minutes off the bench and was the only Spurs reserve to finish with a positive plus/minus. What that stat never tells the whole story of a player’s impact, the Spurs are much better when Kornet is available. His return meant less playing time for Kelly Olynyk, who accounted for two assists in four minutes of action.
SAS • Center-Forward • #40
9 days ago
Kornet is making his return from left ankle and right shoulder sprains. He’s missed the last seven games with his various ailments. Kornet’s return could cut into Kelly Olynyk’s playing time, but neither of them have much fantasy value behind Victor Wembanyama.
SAS • Center-Forward • #40
10 days ago
Kornet is recovering from left ankle and right shoulder sprains, which have sidelined him for San Antonio’s last seven games. If he’s able to play on Monday, Kelly Olynyk’s playing time may take a hit. However, this won’t impact either center, as they don’t provide much value when Victor Wembanyama is available.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Center-Forward • #40
11 days ago
This will be a seventh consecutive absence for Kornet, though the initial questionable tag should indicate that he’s getting closer to a return. Kelly Olynyk will occupy the backup center role once again, but that hasn’t resulted in many minutes for him.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Center-Forward • #40
11 days ago
Kornet has missed six consecutive games, but at least has a chance to return Saturday against the Pelicans. Kelly Olynyk (heel) is also questionable, but would be the backup center if he’s available and Kornet isn’t. If Olynyk is out, that honor would fall to Bismack Biyombo.
SAS • Center-Forward • #40
13 days ago
This will be a sixth straight absence for Kornet, who was excellent in the last game that he appeared in. Kelly Olynyk (heel) is questionable and will fill out the backup center minutes if he plays. If not, Bismack Biyombo will continue to fill the void.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Center-Forward • #40
18 days ago
While the Spurs are still waiting for Olynyk to make his first appearance of the season, Sunday’s game will be the fourth that Kornet has missed since spraining his ankle. Bismack Biyombo has served as the backup center, but that role is not enough to make him worth streaming in any fantasy league.
Source: Carolina Teague
SAS • Center-Forward • #40
21 days ago
While Kornet played in the Spurs’ first two games, Olynyk has yet to see any action this season. Their absences mean that Bismack Biyombo will take on the backup center responsibilities. He’s unlikely to exceed 15 minutes, so there’s no need to consider streaming Biyombo.
Source: Paul Garcia
SAS • Center-Forward • #40
23 days ago
Monday’s game will be the second Kornet has missed due to a sprained left ankle. While Bismack Biyombo slid into the backup center role in Sunday’s win over the Nets, he only played 12 minutes. There’s no need to consider streaming Biyombo.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Center-Forward • #40
25 days ago
Kornet played well against New Orleans, but he’ll join Olynyk, who still hasn’t played this season, on the sidelines. Bismack Biyombo should play the backup center minutes behind Victor Wembanyama.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Center-Forward • #40
25 days ago
Kornet’s debut for the Spurs was quiet, but he was able to record his first double-double as a Spur in this game. He only played 16 minutes in the season opener, but coach Mitch Johnson utilized the “double-big” lineup, which features Kornet and Victor Wembanyama playing together, more often than he did on Wednesday. Kornet played 35 minutes in this game; it’s unlikely he plays that much often, but if he can play 24-26 minutes per game this year, he may be able to provide decent value in deeper leagues.
SAS • Center-Forward • #40
about 1 month ago
Kornet’s strong preseason continued on Monday, going perfect from the field before finishing as the Spurs’ second leading scorer. He’s now shot 18-of-22 from the field across four preseason games and is looking as though he’ll serve as a reliable frontcourt option on both ends of the floor coming off San Antonio’s bench. Kornet will have a chance to finish the preseason on a high note on Friday when the Spurs face the Pacers again.
SAS • Center-Forward • #40
about 1 month ago
The Spurs added Kornet during the offseason, looking to upgrade the backup center position. He’s played well in San Antonio’s first two preseason games, shooting 10-of-12 from the field and tallying 25 points and 15 rebounds. Backing up Victor Wembanyama (10/4/5/1/2) isn’t the best spot regarding fantasy potential, but there may be times when Kornet offers reputable streaming value.
SAS • Center-Forward • #40
about 1 month ago
Kornet impressed in his first game action with the Spurs. The veteran big man went perfect from the field in his preseason debut and was one of the Spurs’ three leading scorers, needing just 14 minutes to land his production. Kornet was one of San Antonio’s big offseason additions — he’ll bring championship experience over from his time with the Boston Celtics and reliable two-way production off the bench as a reserve center.
SAS • Center-Forward • #40
5 months ago
The exodus continues in Boston as Kornet is another player from the Celtics’ 2024 Championship team that will be wearing a different uniform next season. The 29-year-old center was clearly coveted around the league in this free agency period. The Spurs made it a priority to add the backup center on a four-year deal. Kornet averaged 6.0 points per game and 5.3 rebounds per game last year.
Source: Shams Charania
SAS • Center-Forward • #40
5 months ago
The exodus continues in Boston as Kornet is another player from the Celtics’ 2024 Championship team that will be wearing a different uniform next season. The 29-year-old center was clearly coveted around the league in this free agency period. The Spurs made it a priority to add the backup center on a four-year deal. Kornet averaged 6.0 points per game and 5.3 rebounds per game last year. He’ll have streaming value in games where the Spurs sit Victor Wembanyama.
Source: Shams Charania
BOS • Center-Forward • #40
6 months ago
Kornet will start Game 6 after being one of the difference-makers in Boston’s Game 5 blowout victory on Wednesday. He replaces Kristaps Porzingis, who continues to struggle with his fitness after dealing with an illness that first became an issue late in the regular season. How much Porzingis can play is unknown, but the Celtics will need another Herculean effort from Kornet to extend the series to a decisive Game 7 on Monday.
Source: Boston Celtics
BOS • Center-Forward • #40
6 months ago
Kristaps Porzingis got the starting nod in place of Jayson Tatum (Achilles), but Kornet replaced him to start the second half. Porzingis didn’t end up seeing the floor after the break, while Kornet played a significant role in helping Boston take over the game. Porzingis has struggled mightily during this series, and there were reports that he is having stamina issues. After the game, head coach Joe Mazzulla was asked about benching Porzingis and said, “He couldn’t breathe. He was available if absolutely necessary.” Porzingis only had one point, one rebound and one block in 12 minutes on Wednesday. It’s unclear if Kornet will start in Game 6 on Friday, but he has clearly at least earned more playing time.
Source: Noa Dalzell
BOS • Center-Forward • #40
7 months ago
Kornet made the most of his starting nod on Sunday with a well-rounded performance. The reserve big man has had quite a few strong showings in the final weeks of the regular season. He’ll likely play a modest role behind Kristaps Porzingis in the postseason.
BOS • Center-Forward • #40
8 months ago
With Jayson Tatum and Kristaps Porzingis sidelined, the Celtics went with a bigger lineup, starting Kornet and Al Horford. Both players recorded double-doubles, with Horford adding 11 points, 10 rebounds, four assists and three three-pointers in 28 minutes. While Kornet’s season-long value has been low, there have been moments when he’s worth streaming. The Celtics play four games during Week 23, and the 7-foot-2 center should have more opportunities to play extended minutes.
BOS • Center-Forward • #40
8 months ago
Kornet moved into the starting lineup Wednesday with both Kristaps Porzingis and Al Horford sidelined. The 29-year-old center played 21 minutes and was efficient with 14 points on nine shots. Kornet can be a valuable streamer in deeper formats when starting, but he didn’t get as much volume as Peyton Pritchard, who played 31 minutes off the bench as the Celtics went with a smaller lineup.
BOS • Center-Forward • #40
8 months ago
Kornet was sidelined on Monday, but with both Kristaps Porzingis and Al Horford available, he likely wouldn’t have played a significant role if he was available. However, with Horford (toe) doubtful and Porzingis (conditioning) questionable, Kornet should at least play a significant role off the bench and could slide into the starting lineup.
Source: Taylor Snow
BOS • Center-Forward • #40
8 months ago
The Celtics played Saturday’s game without Al Horford, who was ruled out with a lingering toe injury. That freed up additional minutes for Kornet, who made the most of his opportunity. The veteran center’s 16 rebounds were a career-high, and the double-double was his second of the season. Rostered in two percent of Yahoo! leagues, Kornet would not be worth the risk in most leagues. However, between Horford’s toe injury and the desire to ensure Kristaps Porzingis (11/8/1/0/2 with one three-pointer) is at full strength for the playoffs, there may be more opportunities for Kornet to approach starters’ minutes during Boston’s four-game Week 22.
BOS • Center-Forward • #40
8 months ago
The Celtics will be without Jaylen Brown and Kristaps Porzingis for Friday’s game. Joe Mazzulla has decided to use a bigger lineup, starting Kornet and Horford and shifting Tatum to small forward. Kornet and Horford are more valuable as starters, but both are limited to providing deep-league value.
Source: NBA Lineups
BOS • Center-Forward • #40
8 months ago
The Celtics will play Monday’s game without Jayson Tatum, Kristaps Porzingis and Al Horford, opening up two spots in the starting lineup. Hauser and Kornet will fill the voids, and both players are worth streaming in deep leagues due to the lack of healthy frontcourt options for Boston.
Source: NBA Lineups
BOS • Center-Forward • #40
9 months ago
The Celtics will be without Jayson Tatum, Jrue Holiday and Kristaps Porzingis for Wednesday’s game. As a result, Hauser, Horford and Kornet are in the starting lineup, and each is worth the streaming risk in deep leagues. The absences also boost Payton Pritchard’s value, and center Neemias Queta will play rotation minutes off the bench.
Source: NBA Lineups
BOS • Center-Forward • #40
9 months ago
Hauser has been dropped from the starting lineup for Luke Kornet. The big man shouldn’t affect fantasy basketball much, as he was scoreless without a shot attempt in 19 minutes his last time out.
BOS • Center-Forward • #40
9 months ago
Kornet has missed Boston’s last two games, but there is a chance that he returns for the matchup between the top two teams in the East. However, with neither Kristaps Porzingis nor Al Horford on the injury report, Kornet won’t play enough to provide standard league value.
Source: Taylor Snow