Luke Kornet News, Rumors, Updates - Boston Celtics

Starting against Chicago Kornet is in the starting lineup to face the Bulls on Saturday, Sean Grande of NBC Sports Boston reports.

Impact Kornet will move to the starting lineup with Kristaps Porzingis (hamstring) sidelined, and he will slot at center alongside Al Horford in the frontcourt. Kornet is averaging 10.5 points, 9.0 rebounds, 3.3 assists and 2.5 blocks per game in a starting role this season.

MARCH 23 • ROTOWIRE

Moves back to bench Kornet isn't in the starting five for Wednesday's game versus the Bucks, Sean Grande of NBC Sports Boston reports.

Impact Kornet will be replaced by Al Horford in the starting lineup Wednesday. Kornet is averaging 8.0 points, 4.2 rebounds, 1.4 blocks and 1.0 assists in 17.8 minutes across his last five appearances coming off the bench.

MARCH 20 • ROTOWIRE

Plays his part Kornet registered four points (2-4 FG), 10 rebounds, three blocks and two steals over 28 minutes during Monday's 119-94 win over the Pistons.

Impact In addition to strong rim protection and defensive playmaking, Kornet racked up six offensive rebounds, all of which came in the first half. Among all players with at least 200 rebounds this season, Kornet's 14.1 percent offensive rebounding rate is the seventh best mark in the league.

MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE

Draws another spot start Kornet is starting Monday's game against Detroit, Sean Grande of NBC Sports Boston reports.

Impact Kornet will join the starting lineup for the second time in four games, as the Celtics will be without Jayson Tatum (ankle), Sam Hauser (ankle) and Al Horford (rest). Kornet tallied 12 points, nine rebounds, six assists and one block over 28 minutes in Tuesday's spot start against the Jazz.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Prolific in rare start Kornet finished with 12 points (4-7 FG, 4-4 FT), nine rebounds, six assists and one block across 28 minutes during Tuesday's 123-107 victory over the Jazz.

Impact The Green Kornet was fantastic in what was only his third start of the season. The absence of Kristaps Porzingis (hamstring) and Al Horford (toe) allowed Kornet to shine. His nine rebounds matched his season high. The Vanderbilt product produced exactly the kind of spark needed by Boston on the end of their five-game road trip. Alas, Kornet will probably return to his reserve role when the C's return to Boston on Thursday to face the Suns.

MARCH 13 • ROTOWIRE

Gets starting nod Kornet is in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game versus the Jazz.

Impact With Kristaps Porzingis (hamstring) and Al Horford (toe) out, Kornet will enter the starting lineup. Kornet is averaging 13.0 points, 8.5 rebounds, 3.5 assists and 3.0 blocks in 31.5 minutes across his previous two starts this season.

MARCH 13 • ROTOWIRE

Sharp in win Kornet closed with 14 points (6-7 FG, 2-2 FT), six rebounds and one block in 20 minutes during Saturday's 117-107 victory over the Suns.

Impact Kornet capitalized on his looks from the field, chipped it on the glass, and brought his signature brand of two-way activity to the Celtics' bench rotation. Xavier Tillman was a healthy scratch Saturday, and it will be interesting to see if he re-emerges in a role Monday against Portland, but Kornet is firmly ahead on Boston's depth chart.

MARCH 10 • ROTOWIRE

Gets 15 minutes in return Kornet (hamstring) tallied two points (0-2 FG, 2-2 FT), eight rebounds, one assist and one block across 15 minutes in Sunday's 131-91 win over the Grizzlies.

Impact In his return from a three-game absence due to a hamstring injury, Kornet re-entered the rotation as the Celtics' backup center. Fellow center Neemias Queta nearly produced a double-double off the bench with eight points and eight rebounds, but he was clearly behind Kornet, as Queta didn't check into the game until 9:40 remained in the fourth quarter. The Celtics were without Jaylen Brown (back) on Sunday and moved Al Horford into the starting five in his stead, so Kornet's minutes ceiling could be a bit lower Wednesday against the Hawks if Brown is back in action and Horford is moved to the bench.

FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Kornet (hamstring) is available for Sunday's game against Memphis, Taylor Snow of the Celtics' official site reports.

Impact As expected, Kornet will shake off a probable tag and suit up Sunday, ending a three-game absence due to a hamstring injury. Before he was sidelined, the backup big man played at least 18 minutes in four straight games, averaging 8.3 points, 6.0 rebounds and 1.3 blocks in 19.8 minutes during that stretch.

FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Sunday Kornet (hamstring) is probable for Sunday's game against Memphis, Taylor Snow of the Celtics' official site reports.

Impact Kornet is expected to return after three consecutive games on the sidelines. Boston's backup center is averaging 6.7 points, 5.4 rebounds, 1.1 assists and 1.3 blocks in 19.1 minutes over his past 10 games.

FEBRUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Thursday Kornet (hamstring) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Lakers, Taylor Snow of the Celtics' official site reports.

Impact Kornet continues to deal with left hamstring tightness and will be unavailable for a third consecutive game. His next chance to suit up will be Sunday against Memphis. Sam Hauser and Al Horford are candidates to see increased run Thursday.

FEBRUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Thursday Kornet (hamstring) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Lakers, Taylor Snow of the Celtics' official site reports.

Impact Kornet has missed the last two games due to a tight left hamstring, but it's somewhat encouraging that he's deemed questionable on Boston's initial injury report for Thursday's game after being listed as doubtful for the previous two matchups. Over his last five appearances, he's averaged 7.4 points and 5.2 rebounds in 17.4 minutes per game.

JANUARY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable Tuesday Kornet (hamstring) will not play Tuesday versus Indiana, Keith Smith of Spotrac.com reports.

Impact Kornet will miss his second consecutive game due to left hamstring tightness. The 28-year-old's next opportunity to take the court comes Thursday against Los Angeles. Kristaps Porzingis should operate in a large role Tuesday, while Oshae Brissett or Lamar Stevens could be incorporated into the center rotation.

JANUARY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Tuesday Kornet (hamstring) is doubtful for Tuesday's game against the Pacers, John Karalis of BostonSportsJournal.com reports.

Impact This is unfortunate news for Boston, as Al Horford is resting Tuesday and Kristaps Porzingis (ankle) is questionable. Sam Hauser could see more run Tuesday, and he fared well Monday against the Pelicans with 11 points, one assist, one steal and three triples in 26 minutes.

JANUARY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Out Monday Kornet (hamstring) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Pelicans, Justin Turpin of WEEI.com reports.

Impact As expected, Kornet has been downgraded from doubtful to out. His next chance to suit up will come Tuesday versus Indiana.

JANUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play Monday Kornet is doubtful for Monday's game against the Pelicans due to left hamstring tightness, Marc D'Amico of the Celtics' official site reports.

Impact Kornet will miss at least one game after leaving Saturday's loss to the Clippers due to left hamstring tightness. His next chance to suit up will come Tuesday versus Indiana.

JANUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Won't return Saturday Kornet will not return to Saturday's game against the Clippers due to left hamstring tightness, Taylor Snow of the Celtics' official site reports.

Impact Kornet left Saturday's game late in the third quarter due to a left hamstring injury and will not be able to return. Kornet amassed 11 points, five rebounds and a block in 17 minutes before exiting the game. His status for Monday's game against the Pelicans is now in question.

JANUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet despite promotion Kornet notched two points (1-3 FG), five rebounds, one assist and one block in 19 minutes during Monday's 119-110 victory over the Mavericks.

Impact Kornet played a meaningful role for the second straight game but was unable to repeat his performance from Sunday. With Kristaps Porzingis (knee) given the night off, Kornet slid into the backup center role behind the returning Al Horford. Despite his struggles, Kornet remains a name to watch should either Prozingis or Horford miss time moving forward.

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Three rejections in spot start Kornet produced six points (3-5 FG), nine rebounds, four assists, three blocks and one steal across 30 minutes during Wednesday's 117-98 win over San Antonio.

Impact Making his second start of the season. Kornet tied his season high in rebounds while recording at least three blocks for the fourth time in 28 games. The 28-year-old center doesn't offer much else from a fantasy perspective though, and in 11 games since returning from an adductor strain he's averaging 5.7 points, 4.2 boards and 1.4 blocks in 17.4 minutes a night.

JANUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Wednesday Kornet will start Wednesday's game against the Spurs.

Impact Jaylen Brown is returning to the starting lineup, but Derrick White (ankle) and Kristaps Porzingis (knee) have been ruled out, so Kornet will start next to Al Horford in the frontcourt Wednesday. In his only other start this season, Kornet posted 20 points, eight rebounds and three blocks in 33 minutes versus the Raptors on Dec. 29.

JANUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Celtics center Luke Kornet explains the circumstances surrounding his 'ice in my veins' free throws - The Boston Globe The Celtics had missed seven foul shots in the fourth quarter before the center made two in a row and then teased his teammates about it.

JANUARY 9 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM

Luke Kornet's Epic Free Throw Celebration with Celtics Bench 😂

JANUARY 7 • YOUTUBE

How Luke Kornet has fought his way back to being a factor for contending Celtics The Celtics' backup center started for the first time since May 2021. He responded with his first 20-point game in more than three years.

DECEMBER 30, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Luke Kornet Discussed His Preparation Through His Growth in Boston Following the Celtics Win The Boston Celtics are now 16-0 at home, winning five consecutive games, as Luke Kornet started and had his most dominant game as a Celtic.

DECEMBER 30, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Season-best performance Kornet provided 20 points (9-11 FG, 2-2 FT), eight rebounds, three assists and three blocks in 33 minutes during Friday's 120-118 win over the Raptors.

Impact Kornet thrived in a starting role, logging a season-high 33 minutes in the victory. With Kristaps Porzingis (calf) and Al Horford (rest) on the sideline, Kornet was the next man up for Boston. While this was an encouraging performance, Kornet could very well be out of the rotation when the Celtics face the Spurs on Sunday. If we get word that they are shorthanded again, Kornet would make for a viable stream candidate.

DECEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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