Spurs get full Kornet experience in ex-Celtic’s press conference originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston
The Boston Celtics lost more than just frontcourt depth with Luke Kornet’s departure in free agency. They also lost one of their biggest personalities.
Kornet’s four-year, $41 million contract with the San Antonio Spurs was finalized on Monday. The 7-footer’s deal is fully guaranteed for the first two years, partially guaranteed for Year 3, and non-guaranteed for Year 4. Here’s the full breakdown, via Fred Katz of The Athletic:
- 2025-26: $11 million
- 2026-27: $10.45 million
- 2027-28: $9.9 million ($2.55 million guaranteed)
- 2028-29: $9.35 million (non-guaranteed)
Kornet’s comical interviews and one-of-a-kind celebrations made him a fan favorite in Boston, and judging by his introductory press conference with the Spurs, he’s off to a hot start in San Antonio.
According to Nate Ryan of KENS 5, Kornet told reporters he chose to wear No. 7 because he “hoped to be a third of the player” Spurs legend Tim Duncan (No. 21) was, and because he “loves multiples and factors.”
Spurs fans can count on many more incredible Kornet quotes where that came from over the next four years.
That said, Kornet is more than just an eccentric personality. The soon-to-be 30-year-old developed into a rock-solid backup big man over his last two seasons with the Celtics. He’s coming off a career season in which he averaged 6.0 points, 5.3 rebounds, 1.6 assists, and 1.0 blocks per game off of Boston’s bench.
Kornet will serve as 7-foot-3 phenom Victor Wembanyama’s backup in San Antonio. He’ll be counted on to upgrade a Spurs defense that struggled without Wembanyama on the court last season.
Spurs get full Kornet experience in ex-Celtic’s press conference
The Celtics lost one of their biggest personalities in free agency.
The Boston Celtics lost more than just frontcourt depth with Luke Kornet’s departure in free agency. They also lost one of their biggest personalities.
Kornet’s four-year, $41 million contract with the San Antonio Spurs was finalized on Monday. The 7-footer’s deal is fully guaranteed for the first two years, partially guaranteed for Year 3, and non-guaranteed for Year 4. Here’s the full breakdown, via Fred Katz of The Athletic:
- 2025-26: $11 million
- 2026-27: $10.45 million
- 2027-28: $9.9 million ($2.55 million guaranteed)
- 2028-29: $9.35 million (non-guaranteed)
SIGN UP HERE Kornet’s comical interviews and one-of-a-kind celebrations made him a fan favorite in Boston, and judging by his introductory press conference with the Spurs, he’s off to a hot start in San Antonio.
According to Nate Ryan of KENS 5, Kornet told reporters he chose to wear No. 7 because he “hoped to be a third of the player” Spurs legend Tim Duncan (No. 21) was, and because he “loves multiples and factors.”
Spurs fans can count on many more incredible Kornet quotes where that came from over the next four years.
That said, Kornet is more than just an eccentric personality. The soon-to-be 30-year-old developed into a rock-solid backup big man over his last two seasons with the Celtics. He’s coming off a career season in which he averaged 6.0 points, 5.3 rebounds, 1.6 assists, and 1.0 blocks per game off of Boston’s bench.
Kornet will serve as 7-foot-3 phenom Victor Wembanyama’s backup in San Antonio. He’ll be counted on to upgrade a Spurs defense that struggled without Wembanyama on the court last season.
