Luke Kornet Leaves Celtics Signs Four-Year $41M Spurs Deal

Luke Kornet, a key contributor to the Boston Celtics' 2024 NBA Championship team, has signed a four-year, $41 million contract with the San Antonio Spurs. Kornet's decision to leave Boston was influenced by the Celtics' financial constraints and the appeal of joining a young, talented Spurs roster featuring Victor Wembenyama, Stephon Castle, and Dylan Harper. Derrick White, a former Spur and current Celtic, also played a role in reassuring Kornet about the move. Kornet averaged 6.0 points and 5.3 rebounds last season in 73 games and is expected to provide veteran depth and rim protection for the Spurs. His departure adds to the Celtics' ongoing roster changes, which include trades involving Kristaps Porzingis and Jrue Holiday, and uncertainty around Al Horford's future. Kornet expressed gratitude for his time in Boston but felt San Antonio was the right fit for the next phase of his career.