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Tallies 11 points in win Kornet racked up 11 points (5-5 FG, 1-1 3Pt), five rebounds and one assist over 17 minutes during Thursday's 109-98 victory over the Nets.

Impact Kornet played 17 minutes for a second consecutive Thursday and scored in double figures for just the fifth time this season. The 27-year-old has been an inconsistent contributor this year but has seen an uptick in playing time over the last two matchups since Robert Williams missed Wednesday's game against the Pelicans due to a knee injury before Al Horford was sidelined Thursday for rest purposes.

JANUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Celtics' Justin Jackson, Luke Kornet contracts guarantee for season after waiver deadline passes Justin Jackson and Luke Kornet have reason to celebrate after sticking with the Celtics past a crucial date on the NBA calendar.

JANUARY 8, 2023 • MASSLIVE.COM

The Luke Kornet contest, explained: Does Celtics center's eclipse technique on defense actually work? Luke Kornet, the backup center for the Celtics, has become a viral sensation for his trademark defensive maneuver.

DECEMBER 7, 2022 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Nudges double-double in win Kornet had nine points (4-4 FG, 1-1 FT), eight rebounds and one block over 18 minutes during Monday's 140-105 victory over the Hornets.

Impact Kornet was one of a number of fringe players who saw an increase in playing time Monday, slotting in as the game descended into garbage time. While Kornet does have a somewhat intriguing fantasy game, his role is typically reliant on the production of others as well as the nature of the game itself. Outside of some periodic streaming appeal, he can safely be left on the wire in most formats.

NOVEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Brian Robb: Luke Kornet taking pressure off Celtics trade needs with steady bench play The Celtics have been linked to trade talks for big men but Luke Kornet is turning into a reliable bench option.

NOVEMBER 28, 2022 • MASSLIVE.COM

Celtics' Payton Pritchard and Luke Kornet come off bench to turn close game into a rout "They’re true professionals, always stay ready. And they gave us the boost of energy that we needed," Jayson Tatum said.

NOVEMBER 26, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

The Top 5 Plays from Friday's Celtics-Kings Game Boston’s turning an errant pass into a highlight-reel jam, Jaylen Brown getting into his bag, and Jayson Tatum’s alley-oop to Luke Kornet he...

NOVEMBER 26, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

The Top 5 Plays in Wednesday's Celtics-Hawks Game From Jayson Tatum’s lob to Luke Kornet to Kornet’s defense against Trae Young, Jaylen Brown slicing through Atlanta’s defense, Payton Pritch...

NOVEMBER 17, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Celtics claim 8th straight win, beat Hawks 126-101

Jaylen Brown scored 22 points to lead a balanced Boston attack and the East-leading Celtics stretched their winning streak to eight with a 126-101 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on...

NOVEMBER 17, 2022 • Associated Press

Strong rebounding performance Kornet ended with eight points (4-8 FG), seven rebounds, one assist and one block across 13 minutes during Friday's 131-112 victory over Denver.

Impact Kornet put together an efficient night from the field and also set a new season best with seven boards. The big man has logged 18 and 13 minutes, respectively, in his last two contests since returning to the team, and while he certainly hasn't been dominant in any one category, he could add rebounding value for fantasy managers in deeper leagues.

NOVEMBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Celtics' Luke Kornet welcomed 2nd child, which is why he left Knicks game early Luke Kornet said he got the heads up about two minutes into the Celtics' game against the Knicks last Saturday.

NOVEMBER 10, 2022 • MASSLIVE.COM

Officially available Wednesday Kornet (personal) will be available for Wednesday's game against the Pistons, Jay King of The Athletic reports.

Impact Kornet wasn't on the injury report revealed Tuesday, which suggested he would be part of the mix. Head coach Joe Mazzulla confirmed that to be the case Wednesday, so look for the big man to potentially see some spare minutes in a frontcourt depth role.

NOVEMBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Not listed on injury report Kornet (personal) is not listed on Boston's injury report ahead of Wednesday's matchup against Detroit.

Impact Kornet was sidelined for back-to-back games due to personal reasons, but it appears he'll return to action Wednesday. Across six appearances, the reserve big man has posted 2.3 points, 2.7 rebounds and 1.3 assists in 12.2 minutes per game.

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sitting out Monday Kornet (personal) won't play Monday in Memphis.

Impact He'll miss his second straight game while tending to a personal matter. The 7-foot-2 big man had been a fringe member of the Boston rotation prior to leaving the team, averaging 12.2 minutes per game over his last six contests.

NOVEMBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out Saturday for personal reasons Kornet is out Saturday at New York due to personal reasons, Abby Chin of NBC Sports Boston reports.

Impact This information came after the game had already started. It's unclear how long he'll be sidelined.

NOVEMBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Celtics' Marcus Smart approves of Luke Kornet contesting 3-pointers from paint "It's a solid tactic, so it works," Marcus Smart said of Luke Kornet jumping up with his 7-foot-2 frame.

OCTOBER 31, 2022 • MASSLIVE.COM

Luke Kornet solidifies spot in Celtics rotation in win over Wizards The Celtics may have found their answer at the backup center spot until Rob Williams returns.

OCTOBER 31, 2022 • MASSLIVE.COM

Big minutes in loss Kornet finished Friday's 132-123 overtime loss to Cleveland with four points (2-3 FG), five rebounds and three assists across 26 minutes.

Impact With Grant Williams (suspension) unavailable, it was Kornet who got the bulk of those minutes off the bench. It was the first time he logged over 25 minutes in a game since May 2021. With Williams returning, expect to see Kornet, a sixth-year center, revert back to his normal minutes next game.

OCTOBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Celtics Mailbag: Payton Pritchard future, Luke Kornet role, starting lineup tweaks With Payton Pritchard out of the Celtics rotation to start the season, would the team be better off using him as trade bait?

OCTOBER 21, 2022 • MASSLIVE.COM

Available for preseason finale Kornet (ankle) is available for Friday's preseason finale against the Raptors, Keith Smith of Spotrac.com reports.

Impact Kornet figures to be a part of the Celtics' rotation until Robert Williams (knee) returns, which will be mid-November at the absolute earliest. Friday's finale will mark Kornet's first taste of preseason action.

OCTOBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Full go at practice Monday Kornet (ankle) was a full participant during Monday's practice.

Impact Kornet suffered an ankle injury at the beginning of training camp and has yet to play in the preseason. However, he returned to non-contact practice Sunday and was full go Monday, so it appears like he'll have strong chance of playing in Boston's preseason finale against the Raptors on Friday.

OCTOBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Luke Kornet returns to Celtics practice after sprain for non-contact drills Luke Kornet hasn't played in the Celtics' first three preseason games.

OCTOBER 9, 2022 • MASSLIVE.COM

Returns to non-contact work Kornet (ankle) participated in non-contact drills during Sunday's practice.

Impact Kornet has yet to play in the preseason due to an ankle injury he picked up during practice at the beginning of training camp. The Celtics have one remaining exhibition contest before opening the regular season against the 76ers on Oct. 18.

OCTOBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Kornet (ankle) will not play in Wednesday's matchup against the Raptors Jared Weiss of The Athletic reports.

Impact Kornet, despite missing Wednesday's tilt, was upgraded to day-to-day and will have another opportunity to make his 2022-23 debut Friday against the Hornets.

OCTOBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Luke Kornet Suffers Ankle Sprain at Celtics Practice With Robert Williams not expected to resume basketball activities for 8-12 weeks after undergoing an arthroscopic procedure on his left knee...

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 • KANSASCITY.COM

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