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Luke Kornet grateful for his time with Celtics

Luke Kornet grateful for his time with Celtics, but is ready for bigger role with Spurs
Former Celtics big man Luke Kornet was introduced by the San Antonio Spurs on Monday, and brought all the quirky Luke Kornet flavor we saw the last four-plus seasons in Boston to his press conference.
Spurs’ Luke Kornet Hilariously Reveals Tim Duncan-Inspired Reason Behind Choosing No. 7 Jersey
Luke Cornet is starting a new journey with the San Antonio Spurs. During his first press interaction as a Spurs player on Monday, the former Boston Celtics star explained why he chose to wear No.7. Kornet played the last four seasons in Boston and was part of the Celtics’ 2024 championship team.
Luke Kornet's Boston Celtics exit is now official
Kornet played in 73 games for the Boston Celtics last season. He averaged six points, 5.3 rebounds and 1.6 assists while shooting 66.8% from the field. However, most of his impact came outside of the boxscore, with his screening, short-roll creation and rim-protection all creating a positive contribution.
Luke Kornet sheds light on reason for leaving Celtics to sign with Spurs
Luke Kornet had a big decision in free agency to make this offseason and revealed why he left the Boston Celtics to join the San Antonio Spurs.
Luke Kornet had a perfect (pandering) reason for choosing Spurs’ No. 7 jersey
Luke Kornet was one of San Antonio's top free agent additions this offseason, and he's already saying all the right things for the fan base.
Luke Kornet Jokes He Can Be '1/3 of the Player Tim Duncan Was' with Spurs No. 7 Jersey
As Luke Kornet gets ready to don the San Antonio Spurs' black and silver in jersey No. 7, he couldn’t resist cracking a joke about the legendary big man who once wore No. 21 in San Antonio.
Luke Kornet Explains Why Tim Duncan Inspired Him to Sport No. 7 on Spurs
But, Duncan didn't wear No. 7—he famously sported No. 21, which has been retired by the Spurs franchise. Kornet explained the reasoning behind his choice, saying that he wants to be "one-third" of the player Duncan was during his NBA career. One-third of 21 is seven—very clever, Kornet.
The best of Luke Kornet with the Boston Celtics in the 2024-25 NBA regular season
Kornet really came into his own with Boston in the 2024-25 regular season, getting more run than he had in the past.
Why Luke Kornet 'felt led' to Spurs
After four seasons with Boston, the 7-foot-1 Texas native is ready for more "responsibility" in San Antonio as Victor Wembanyama's backup.
San Antonio Spurs officially sign center Luke Kornet to 4-year deal
SAN ANTONIO – Center Luke Kornet officially signed a contract with the San Antonio Spurs on Monday. Kornet received the biggest payday of his career, a four-year, $41 million deal, according to multiple reports. After a successful three-and-a-half-year stint with Boston, Kornet said joining the Spurs just felt right.
Luke Kornet explains decision to leave the Celtics — and what Derrick White said about San Antonio
Luke Kornet was officially introduced as a San Antonio Spur on Monday, and the former Celtics big man shed some light on his decision to leave the Celtics in free agency. “I’m grateful for all the time that I had in Boston,
Luke Kornet’s jersey number choice harkens memories of another beloved Spurs center
With the NBA’s Free Agency Moratorium period over, free agents can officially start signing with the their new teams. That ...
Celtics Superstar Jayson Tatum Has 2-Word Response to Luke Kornet Departure
Jan 31, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Boston Celtics center Luke Kornet (40) slaps hands with forward Jayson Tatum (0) ...
Kornet signs, Harper sits - Spurs fans raise eyebrows
Luke Kornet signs a 4-year, $41 million deal with the Spurs — is it a smart depth move or an overpay? Matt Roy and Chuck ...
Spurs' Kelly Olynyk trade, Luke Kornet signing reveal plans for Victor Wembanyama
The Spurs have now acquired two talented centers this offseason. After signing the 7-foot-1 Luke Kornet, they traded Tuesday ...