Jan. 11, 2026, 1:45 p.m. ET
The tribute video might have touched the soft spot in former Boston Celtics big man Luke Kornet’s heart when he returned to play his former ball club with the San Antonio Spurs on Saturday (Jan. 10) night, but when he was playing on the court, it was all business for the Spurs center. And that paid off for Kornet and San Antonio, his new team coming away with a 110-105 road win at TD Garden with some clutch late play from himself and his frontcourt teammate Victor Wembanyama,
Postgame, the Vanderbilt alum opened up about how it felt to play vs. Boston on a night they honored his contributions to their 2024 NBA title, as well as his time with the team. ““I think unfortunately, I was able to play a little bit,” he explained. “So, I think the adrenaline has already kicked in, so, the ability to have too many emotions was a little muted, unfortunately.”
“But, you know, I obviously appreciated my time here,” added Kornet. “I have nothing but positive things to say about the organization and really just all the people in it.”
“I’m really grateful,” he continued. “It is a little bit of a strange day I think, just being in Boston and staying in a hotel. I’m realizing how much time I spent on the road, driving to the games, and on the other side of the hallway in the locker room.”
“It’s definitely a cool day to have and obviously, being able to come and win the game. I’ve been really thankful for the time here and grateful to God for the kind of the place of life that it was for me and my family.”
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