Luke Kornet Making Big Impact for Spurs; Set for Boston Return

Luke Kornet has made a significant impact with the San Antonio Spurs since signing a four-year, $41 million contract. After missing seven games with an ankle injury, he became a frontcourt stalwart, starting 21 of 29 games while Victor Wembanyama was sidelined. Kornet is averaging career highs with 8.4 points, 6.7 rebounds, 2.1 assists, and 1.4 blocks, contributing to the Spurs' 26-11 record. He will return to Boston for a "reunion game" on Saturday, January 10.