Impact This news is expected, as Kornet was previously carrying a doubtful tag. Oshae Brissett is likely to pick up a handful of reserve minutes with Kornet sidelined if Game 2 is any indication.
MAY 25 • ROTOWIRE
LUKE KORNET #40 - CENTER - BOSTON CELTICS
4.3 PPG •
3.9 RPG •
1.7 APG
4.3 PPG
3.9 RPG
1.7 APG
Will not play Saturday Kornet (wrist) will not play in Saturday's Game 3 against the Pacers.
Pacers list Haliburton as questionable, Celtics rule out Porzingis for Game 3 matchup
The Indiana Pacers remain hopeful All-NBA guard Tyrese Haliburton will play in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference finals Saturday, listing him as questionableMAY 24 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Unlikely to play Saturday Kornet (wrist) is doubtful for Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Finals against the Pacers on Saturday, Taylor Snow of the Celtics' official site reports.
Impact Kornet exited Thursday's Game 2 due to a left wrist sprain and will likely be unavailable for at least one matchup. Assuming Kornet is sidelined, Oshae Brissett could see additional run for Boston.
MAY 24 • ROTOWIRE
Doesn't return Thursday Kornet (wrist) had two rebounds in five minutes during Thursday's 126-110 victory over Indiana in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Finals.
Impact Kornet didn't return to the game, and the big man's status for Game 3 of the series Saturday should be treated with caution. If he can't go, then Xavier Tillman would operate as Al Horford's backup.
MAY 24 • ROTOWIRE
Questionable to return Thursday Kornet is questionable to return to Thursday's Game 2 against the Pacers due to a left wrist sprain.
Impact The potential absence of Kornet will hurt the team's frontcourt depth, as the Celtics are already missing Kristaps Porzingis (calf). If Kornet can't return, then Xavier Tillman would be in line to absorb minutes as Al Horford's backup.
MAY 24 • ROTOWIRE
Luke Kornet had a humorous response to Celtics fans who left Game 1 early Some Celtics fans left Game 1 early and missed Jaylen Brown's dramatic 3-pointer to tie the game. Here's what Luke Kornet said about it.
MAY 22 • BOSTON.COM
Officially cleared to play Kornet (calf) is available for Monday's Game 4 against the Cavaliers.
Impact Kornet was probable for Monday's matchup and will officially be able to suit up once again. Over the first three games of the series, he's averaged 3.0 points and 4.7 rebounds in 13.7 minutes per game.
MAY 13 • ROTOWIRE
Nabs probable tag Kornet (right calf tightness) is listed as probable for Monday's Game 4 against the Cavaliers, Justin Turpin of WEEI.com reports.
Impact Kornet sustained a calf strain in late April but has suited up for each of the last six games for Boston. If he were to end up missing Monday's tilt, Xavier Tillman would likely work behind Al Horford at the five.
MAY 12 • ROTOWIRE
Celtics don't have much of a hole in the middle with Luke Kornet filling in - The Boston Globe Kornet had a strong effort off the bench against the Cavaliers as he helps make up for the absence of Kristaps Porzingis.
MAY 8 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM
Celtics reserve describes himself as beagle after bark celebration Luke Kornet showed off his newest celebration after getting an offensive rebound in the Game 1 win over the Cavaliers.
MAY 8 • MASSLIVE.COM
Celtics Mailbag: Jayson Tatum in crunch time, Luke Kornet role The Celtics will return to action in the second round next week.
MAY 4 • MASSLIVE.COM
Gets five minutes in return Kornet (calf) tallied two points (2-2 FT) and one rebound across five minutes Saturday in the Celtics' 104-84 win over the Heat in Game 3 of the first-round playoff series.
Impact After Kornet was ruled out of the Celtics' playoff opener April 21, head coach Joe Mazzulla labeled the backup center as week-to-week after he strained his right calf during a practice. Ultimately, Kornet missed just two games on account of the issue, as he took back a small role in the Boston rotation in his return to action Saturday. Kornet is unlikely to see his playing time grow substantially as the Celtics' playoff run continues.
APRIL 28 • ROTOWIRE
Available to play Saturday Kornet (calf) is available for Saturday's game against the Heat.
Impact The availability of Kornet means the Celtics will be at full strength for Game 3 of the series against the Heat. Kornet should see minutes off the bench, though he's likely to have a very limited role with both Kristaps Porzingis and Al Horford available.
APRIL 27 • ROTOWIRE
Likely available Saturday Kornet (calf) is probable for Saturday's Game 3 in Miami.
Impact After starting the final two regular-season games while the usual starters rested, Kornet was sidelined for the first two postseason games while rehabbing a calf injury. Even if he gets the green light, Kornet isn't guaranteed a significant role, especially if Al Horford and Kristaps Porzingis remain healthy.
APRIL 26 • ROTOWIRE
Gets in work Thursday Coach Joe Mazzule said Thursday that Kornet (calf) is feeling good and more will be known about his injury Friday depending on how he responds to work being done on the court, Jay...
Impact Kornet has already missed the first two games of Boston's first-round series against Miami with a calf injury. While Kornet could return to action if the series is drawn out, the Celtics appear to be using Al Horford as their sole bench big.
APRIL 25 • ROTOWIRE
Celtics without Luke Kornet for game two vs. Miami The Boston Celtics will be without Luke Kornet for the second straight game.
APRIL 23 • USATODAY.COM
Celtics center Luke Kornet out for Game 1 against Heat. Miami's Duncan Robinson will play
Celtics reserve center Luke Kornet is out for Game 1 of Boston’s first-round series against the Miami Heat with a strained right calfAPRIL 21 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Set for multi-game absence Kornet (calf) is regarded as "week-to-week" after suffering a calf injury at practice this week, Brian Robb of The Springfield Republican reports.
Impact Kornet's injury opens the door for Xavier Tillman to log third-string center minutes and step into the occasional frontcourt mismatch scenario with his strength. Kornet averaged just 2.1 points and 1.3 rebounds in 4.0 minutes across eight postseason appearances last year, so there isn't precedent for much rotational change in Boston.
APRIL 21 • ROTOWIRE
Out for series opener Sunday Kornet is out for Sunday's game against the Heat due to a right calf strain, Taylor Snow of the Celtics' official site reports.
Impact Kornet gives the Celtics size down low, but he wasn't expected to play heavy minutes off the bench as long as Kristaps Porzingis and Al Horford are healthy. Kornet averaged 5.3 points, 4.1 rebounds and 1.0 blocks across 15.6 minutes per game in 63 regular-season appeaeances.
APRIL 20 • ROTOWIRE
Notches three blocks vs. Wizards Kornet registered 11 points (4-5 FG, 3-3 FT), eight rebounds, five assists and three blocks in 27 minutes during Sunday's 132-122 win over Washington.
Impact Like Friday's game against Charlotte, Kornet was in the starting lineup for Sunday's contest with the Celtics resting all of their starters plus Al Horford (rest). Kornet registered three blocks for the eighth time this season, and he ended scored in double digits for a second straight game. Kornet established himself as a key big man off the bench for Boston, and he finishes the season averaging 5.3 points, 4.1 rebounds and 1.0 blocks over 15.6 minutes per game.
APRIL 15 • ROTOWIRE
Double-double vs. Charlotte Kornet logged 16 points (7-10 FG, 2-2 FT), 10 rebounds and three assists across 25 minutes during Friday's 131-98 win over the Hornets.
Impact Kornet got his sixth start of the season Friday with the Celtics resting all of their starters plus Al Horford (toe). Kornet took advantage of the opportunity, as he managed to register his first double-double of the season and the third of his career. He'll likely get the start at center for Boston's regular-season finale against Washington on Sunday.
APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE
Gets starting nod Kornet is in the starting five for Friday's game versus the Hornets, Justin Turpin of WEEI.com reports.
Impact Kornet will replace Kristaps Porzingis (hamstring) in the starting lineup Friday. Kornet is averaging 10.0 points, 9.8 rebounds, 3.4 assists and 2.4 blocks in 30.0 minutes across his last five starting appearances.
APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE
Returns to bench Kornet isn't starting Monday's game against the Hawks, Justin Turpin of WEEI.com reports.
Impact Kornet got the nod at center Saturday against the Bulls, but he'll retreat to his usual bench role with Kristaps Porzingis back in action following a maintenance day off. Kornet is averaging 6.3 points, 5.4 rebounds, 1.7 assists and 1.4 blocks in 11 March appearances (three starts).
MARCH 25 • ROTOWIRE
No contesting it: Luke Kornet is the funniest player on the Celtics - The Boston Globe League-leading Boston isn't always all business, thanks to the backup center and his sense of humor.
MARCH 24 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM
Flirts with double-double in start Kornet supplied eight points (4-5 FG), 13 rebounds, four assists and two blocks across 31 minutes during Saturday's 124-113 win over Chicago.
Impact Kornet moved into the starting lineup Saturday, replacing Kristaps Prorzingis who was given the night off as part of his injury management. As he tends to do whenever he is afforded significant minutes, Kornet came through for anyone who happened to stream him in. While he is probably not worth holding, managers should continue to monitor the rotation in Boston, waiting for the perfect opportunity to snap him up again.
MARCH 24 • ROTOWIRE
