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Scoreless despite extended run Kornet totaled zero points (0-2 FG), four rebounds and one assist over 17 minutes during Tuesday's 130-103 win over the Kings.

Impact Kornet played a handful of extra minutes, with San Antonio turning to its bench early. Although Kornet has firmly established himself as the primary backup behind Victor Wembanyama, he has barely been a top 300 player thus far, averaging just 2.8 points and 3.0 rebounds in 14.8 minutes per game.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Grabs four boards in win Kornet produced zero points (0-2 FG), four rebounds and one assist in 14 minutes during Saturday's 122-106 victory over Dallas.

Impact Kornet was held scoreless for the first time this season. The big man's fantasy appeal is limited, though he'd be a streaming option if Victor Wembanyama were to miss time this season.

OCTOBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Friday Kornet (rest) is available for Friday's preseason game against the Kings, Matt Guzman of SI.com reports.

Impact Kornet will play in the Spurs' preseason finale after getting the night off Wednesday. After averaging 6.5 points, 6.1 rebounds, 1.8 assists and 1.0 blocks in 21.0 minutes per contest over 68 regular-season appearances (25 starts) in 2025-26, the big man is once again expected to operate as Victor Wembanyama's primary backup.

OCTOBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Resting versus Phoenix Kornet (rest) won't play in Wednesday's preseason game against the Suns, Matt Guzman of SI.com reports.

Impact Kornet has appeared in all three of the Spurs' preseason games. As a result, he will take the night off Wednesday, with his final opportunity to suit up before the start of the 2026-27 campaign coming Friday versus Sacramento.

OCTOBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Monday Kornet is in the starting lineup for Monday's exhibition in Utah, Tom Orsborn of the San Antonio Express-News reports.

Impact Victor Wembanyama (rest) is sitting this one out, so Kornet will get some time to shine in the first unit. Over 25 starts last season, Kornet averaged 7.8 points, 6.5 rebounds, 2.2 assists and 1.4 blocks per contest.

OCTOBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 11 • AIRALAMO.COM

Grabs 10 boards in loss Kornet finished with four points (2-7 FG), 10 rebounds, two assists and two blocks in 17 minutes during Saturday's 102-98 preseason loss to the Suns.

Impact Kornet led the Spurs with 10 rebounds, turning in another solid performance off the bench. As was the case last season, Kornet is slated to play the primary backup role behind Victor Wembanyama. This should be enough for him to hold value in deeper formats. As for those in standard leagues, he should be viewed as nothing more than a situational streaming consideration.

OCTOBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Solid in limited run Kornet recorded six points (2-5 FG, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, two assists and one block in 15 minutes during Thursday's 123-116 preseason loss to Atlanta.

Impact Kornet provided steady production off the bench, collecting two offensive rebounds while protecting the rim. The veteran center figures to continue serving as a reserve behind Victor Wembanyama, limiting his fantasy appeal outside deeper formats. However, his rebounding and shot-blocking abilities could make him a useful streaming option if additional playing time becomes available.

OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 27 • AIRALAMO.COM

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SEPTEMBER 16 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

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SEPTEMBER 3 • AIRALAMO.COM

Spurs could be entering Luke Kornet's final season with the team Luke Kornet has done what the Spurs signed him for, but the tax apron and two unproven rookie centers might decide his future in San Antonio...

AUGUST 30 • AIRALAMO.COM

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AUGUST 25 • AIRALAMO.COM

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JULY 22 • AIRALAMO.COM

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JULY 11 • THEBIGLEAD.COM

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JUNE 25 • Associated Press

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JUNE 24 • AIRALAMO.COM

Plays 10 minutes in loss Kornet recorded zero points (0-1 FG) and two rebounds in 10 minutes during Saturday's 94-90 loss to the Knicks in Game 5 of the NBA Finals.

Impact Kornet saw increased burn in Game 5, though he failed to make much of an impact. The big man appeared in 68 regular-season games (25 starts) during his first season with the Spurs, averaging 6.5 points, 6.1 rebounds, 1.8 assists and 1.0 blocks in 21.0 minutes per showing. The 30-year-old shot 64.3 percent from the field and has topped the 60.0 percent mark in each of the last four seasons.

JUNE 14 • ROTOWIRE

Available for Game 5 Kornet (illness) is available for Saturday's Game 5 of the NBA Finals against the Knicks, NBA reporter Matthew Tynan reports.

Impact Kornet's status was up in the air due to an illness, but he'll ultimately shed the questionable tag and suit up for Saturday's must-win matchup. The backup big man has had a minimal impact through the first four games of the series, averaging 0.8 points, 2.3 rebounds and 1.0 steals in 7.8 minutes per contest.

JUNE 13 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Game 5 Kornet (illness) is questionable for Saturday's Game 5 of the NBA Finals against the Knicks, Raul Dominguez Jr. of the Associated Press reports.

Impact Kornet is under the weather and may be held out of Saturday's do-or-die matchup. The veteran big man's absence wouldn't cause any significant waves in the rotation, though Victor Wembanyama and Carter Bryant could pick up a few extra minutes.

JUNE 12 • ROTOWIRE

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JUNE 11 • AIRALAMO.COM

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JUNE 10 • YOUTUBE

Spurs' answer to backbreaking problem has disappeared when they need it most The Spurs need a way to limit the Knicks' rebounding, but it can't be the duo of Luke Kornet and Victor Wembanyama.

JUNE 6 • AIRALAMO.COM

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JUNE 5 • Associated Press

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