Going into the season, Luke Kornet’s role within the Boston Celtics’ rotation was unclear. However, more than halfway into the season, Kornet has become a mainstay in the Celtics’ rotation and has proven to be an integral part of Boston’s success.
What is Luke Kornet’s reaction to getting posterized in Saturday’s win vs. the Mavs? He gave a hilarious explanation to NBC Sports Boston’s Abby Chin.
Luke Kornet was inserted into the starting lineup at the last minute against the Rockets as he made the most of his minutes.
The Boston Celtics, already over the second apron, have very limited options to make a move before the 2025 NBA trade deadline. In most mock trades, Jaden Springer is a fixture in such scenarios.
This was a terrific showing for Kornet as he picked up the start with Derrick White (leg) unavailable. Al Horford (toe) was expected to play, but was ultimately a late scratch that went unreported by Boston. Kornet has fared well as a fill-in starter this season, averaging 11.2 points, 4.7 rebounds, 1.8 assists and 2.3 blocks in six games.
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They're the reigning NBA champions, but some members of the Boston Celtics could take a lesson or two on local geography. During a first quarter timeout of last night's game against the Chicago Bulls, the video board at TD Garden showed several members of the Celtics attempting to pronounce the word "Worcester."
Houston Rockets' Alperen Sengun (28) goes up for a shot as Boston Celtics' Derrick White (9) and Luke Kornet defend during the first half of an NBA basketball game Friday, Jan. 3, 2025, in Houston. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) AP
Current Celtics co-owner Steve Pagliuca remains the only person to publicly state his intentions of entering the bidding process.
What was Luke Kornet's reaction to getting posterized in Saturday's win vs. the Mavs? He gave a hilarious explanation to NBC Sports Boston's Abby Chin.
During a mid-game break in TD Garden last night, the Boston Celtics tried their hand at pronouncing "Worcester." Results...varied.