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17 HOURS AGO • YOUTUBE

Holding onto starting role Kornet contributed 10 points (4-6 FG, 2-2 FT), five rebounds, one assist, two blocks and one steal across 23 minutes during Thursday's 119-94 win over the Wizards.

Impact Kornet continues to start while the Spurs ease Victor Wembanyama (calf) back into the fray. Kornet has averaged 6.7 points, 6.5 rebounds, 2.2 assists and 1.7 blocks in 26.6 minutes per contest over his last 13 games (all starts).

20 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

San Antonio visits Atlanta following Johnson's 43-point game

Atlanta plays the San Antonio Spurs after Jalen Johnson scored 43 points in the Atlanta Hawks' 133-126 loss to the Charlotte Hornets

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Grabs eight boards in win Kornet totaled two points (1-3 FG), eight rebounds, one assist and one steal in 24 minutes during Saturday's 111-109 victory over the Thunder.

Impact Kornet remained in the starting lineup despite the return of Victor Wembanyama, although his time in the opening five could very soon come to an end. While he has been an adequate replacement during Wembanyama's absence, it's only a matter of time before he moves to a backup role, meaning his fantasy value will likely evaporate. He could be worth holding for one or two more games, assuming the Spurs take a cautious approach with Wembanyama. Beyond that, Kornet should be viewed as nothing more than a streaming candidate.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Remains in starting lineup Saturday Kornet will start against the Thunder on Saturday.

Impact Although Victor Wembanyama is available to play following a 12-game absence due to a strained left calf, Kornet will get the starting nod at center. The big man has started each of his last 11 appearances, averaging 6.8 points, 6.6 rebounds, 2.4 assists and 1.8 blocks in 27.2 minutes per contest. Still, it wouldn't be surprising if he saw a dip in playing time with Wembanyama available.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

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6 DAYS AGO • NESN.COM

Flirts with double-double in win Kornet notched 10 points (1-3 FG, 8-9 FT), eight rebounds, one assist and one block over 33 minutes during Wednesday's 132-119 victory over the Lakers.

Impact Kornet saw the court for over 30 minutes in just his second game this season and took nine trips to the free-throw line, cashing in on eight of them. With the return of Victor Wembanyama (calf) imminent, Kornet will likely be relegated to the bench as a result, but will still maintain a sizable role within San Antonio's rotation.

DECEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Monday Kornet (ankle) is available for Monday's game against the Pelicans.

Impact Kornet will shed his questionable tag after missing Friday's loss to Cleveland due to a left ankle issue. With the 30-year-old center back in action, Bismack Biyombo is expected to slide back to the second unit. Over his last five outings, Kornet has averaged 6.6 points, 6.4 rebounds, 3.0 assists and 2.8 blocks in 27.2 minutes per contest.

DECEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Monday Kornet (ankle) is questionable for Monday's game against New Orleans, Paul Garcia of ProjectSpurs.com reports.

Impact Kornet was held out of Friday's loss to Cleveland due to the left ankle issue and is in jeopardy of missing his second consecutive contest. If the big man joins Victor Wembanyama (calf) on the sidelines again, Jeremy Sochan, Bismack Biyombo and Kelly Olynyk are candidates for increased playing time.

DECEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Friday Kornet (ankle) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Cavaliers, Jeff McDonald of the San Antonio Express-News reports.

Impact Kornet has been on a tear defensively, racking up 14 blocks and three steals over his last six games. He's drawn nine straight starts in Victor Wembanyama's absence, but with both big men sidelined, Kelly Olynyk and Bismack Biyombo are likely going to play bigger roles. Jeremy Sochan could also play some small-ball five. Kornet's injury is labeled as soreness, so it appears minor, and his next chance to suit up will come Monday in New Orleans.

DECEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Forgotten Cavaliers big is quietly becoming a pivotal piece for a contender Luke Kornet is thriving with the San Antonio Spurs.

DECEMBER 5 • KINGJAMESGOSPEL.COM

Spurs' Victor Wembanyama urged to emulate former Celtics big man's underrated skill in return from injury | Sporting News The Athletic's Jared Weiss believes Victor Wembanyama should emulate San Antonio Spurs teammate Luke Kornet upon his return from injury.

DECEMBER 4 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Questionable for Friday Kornet is questionable to play Friday in Cleveland due to left ankle soreness, Paul Garcia of ProjectSpurs.com reports.

Impact The Spurs have had a rather intensive travel schedule over the past week, playing four games in six nights, and all the miles are beginning to take a toll on the 30-year-old veteran. If Kornet does need to take a maintenance day Friday, that would open up some more minutes for Jeremy Sochan and Kelly Olynyk.

DECEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Ex-Celtics center Luke Kornet makes game-saving block during Spurs-Magic Luke Kornet, who is averaging a career-high 24.9 minutes for the Spurs, appears to be having fun in San Antonio.

DECEMBER 4 • BOSTON.COM

Clutch block in Wednesday's win Kornet tallied five points (2-3 FG, 1-2 FT), seven rebounds, four assists and three blocks over 28 minutes during the Spurs' 114-112 win over the Magic on Wednesday.

Impact Kornet followed up his five-block performance Tuesday against the Grizzlies with another three rejections Wednesday, which included his block on Franz Wagner's layup attempt in the final second of the fourth quarter to seal the win for the Spurs. Kornet has started in the Spurs' last nine games in the absence of Victor Wembanyama (calf), and while the former's scoring output has been limited, he's provided fantasy value on the boards and as a shot blocker. Over that nine-game span, Kornet has averaged 6.6 points, 6.2 rebounds, 2.7 assists and 2.1 blocks over 26.7 minutes per game.

DECEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Luke Kornet just delivered painful reminder of what the Celtics lost Luke Kornet's game-winning block for the San Antonio Spurs reminded Boston Celtics fans about what could have been.

DECEMBER 4 • HARDWOODHOUDINI.COM

Kornet blocks Wagner's last-second layup as Spurs hold off Magic, 114-112

Luke Kornet blocked Franz Wagner’s last-second layup, De’Aaron Fox scored 31 points and the San Antonio Spurs beat the Orlando Magic 114-112 on Wednesday night

DECEMBER 4 • Associated Press

Celtics may have already found the more reliable version of Luke Kornet The Boston Celtics knew Luke Kornet would show up every day and play a role, but they have found a more reliable option after his departure.

DECEMBER 3 • HARDWOODHOUDINI.COM

Five rejections Tuesday Kornet ended with four points (1-4 FG, 2-2 FT), six rebounds, four assists, five blocks and one steal across 28 minutes during Tuesday's 126-119 victory over the Grizzlies.

Impact The five rejections were a season high for Kornet, and just one off his regular-season career high. The veteran center has started eight straight games in place of Victor Wembanyama (calf) and while he's scored in double digits only twice, he's been a fairly consistent contributor on the glass and at the rim, averaging 6.8 points, 6.1 boards, 2.5 assists and 2.0 blocks in 26.5 minutes a contest.

DECEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Harrison Barnes scores 31 points as the San Antonio Spurs beat the Memphis Grizzlies 126-119

Harrison Barnes scored 31 points, De’Aaron Fox had 29 and the San Antonio Spurs beat the Memphis Grizzlies 126-119

DECEMBER 3 • Associated Press

Celtics regret in losing Luke Kornet is growing every single day Luke Kornet has been enjoying a career year with the San Antonio Spurs, and the Boston Celtics should regret losing him in free agency.

NOVEMBER 30 • HARDWOODHOUDINI.COM

Spurs face the Suns, seek 4th straight win

San Antonio is looking to keep its three-game win streak alive when the Spurs take on Phoenix

NOVEMBER 22 • Associated Press

Muted output in win 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.

Impact 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.

NOVEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Spurs finally learn why Celtics felt awful letting Luke Kornet go After news that San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama will be out for at least two weeks, backup center Luke Kornet has been thrust into...

NOVEMBER 19 • AIRALAMO.COM

Double-double in spot start 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.

Impact 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.

NOVEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

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San Antonio visits Atlanta following Johnson's 43-point game

Kornet blocks Wagner's last-second layup as Spurs hold off Magic, 114-112

Harrison Barnes scores 31 points as the San Antonio Spurs beat the Memphis Grizzlies 126-119

Spurs face the Suns, seek 4th straight win