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Celtics' Luke Kornet: Officially ruled out
Luke Kornet (hamstring) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Clippers.As expected, Kornet and Al Horford (illness) have been downgraded from doubtful to out, However, Kristaps Porzingis (foot) is cleared to make his season debut. Kornet's next chance to suit up will come Friday in Chicago.
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Celtics' Luke Kornet: Unlikely to play Monday
Luke Kornet (hamstring) is doubtful for Monday's game against the Clippers.Kornet is expected to miss his second game in a row, while Al Horford (illness) is expected to sit as well. The Boston Celtics are expected to get Kristaps Porzingis (foot) back in the lineup, however, so Kornet's fantasy appeal is likely going to take a big hit going forward.
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Celtics' Luke Kornet: Won't play Sunday
Luke Kornet has been ruled out for Sunday's game versus the Timberwolves due to right hamstring tightness.Kornet is dealing with a lingering hamstring injury and was a late scratch for Sunday's matchup. With the big man out, Neemias Queta will likely see an uptick in playing time off the bench behind Al Horford.
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Celtics' Luke Kornet: Logs 24 minutes in win
Luke Kornet closed Friday's 108-96 win over the Wizards with six points (3-3 FG, 0-1 FT), six rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal over 24 minutes.Kornet played at least 24 minutes for just the second time in the past nine games, continuing his underwhelming start to the season. With Kristaps Porzingis yet to see the court, there was some belief that Kornet would assume the role as the backup center behind veteran Al Horford. However, Neemias Queta has seemingly moved ahead of Kornet in the rotation, cutting into his overall appeal even more.
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Celtics' Luke Kornet: Will be available Sunday
Luke Kornet (hamstring) is available for Sunday's game against the Bucks.Kornet will return to action after a one-game absence due to a hamstring injury. He's started two of his nine appearances this season but will likely come off the bench Sunday, as Jaylen Brown (hip) is cleared to make his return from a four-game absence. Kornet has averaged 15.7 minutes per game across his seven appearances as a reserve this season.
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Celtics' Luke Kornet: Questionable to play Sunday
Luke Kornet (hamstring) is questionable to play Sunday against the Bucks, Gary Washburn of The Boston Globe reports.Kornet tweaked his hamstring during Wednesday's loss to Golden State and missed Friday's overtime win over the Nets. The questionable tag for this matchup doesn't bode well for his chances of playing. If he's out, then either Neemias Queta or Xavier Tillman would earn a start in the frontcourt alongside Al Horford.
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Celtics' Luke Kornet: Won't play Friday
Luke Kornet (hamstring) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Nets, Taylor Snow of the Boston Celtics' official site reports.Kornet tweaked his hamstring during Wednesday's loss to Golden State and was deemed doubtful before being downgraded to out. The big man's absence could open up an increased role for Jordan Walsh with Neemias Queta starting in the frontcourt while Jaylen Brown (hip) is out. Kornet has averaged 4.9 points and 4.2 rebounds across 18.1 minutes through nine regular-season appearances. His next chance to suit up will come Sunday against Milwaukee.
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Celtics' Luke Kornet: Unlikely to play against Brooklyn
Luke Kornet (hamstring) is listed as doubtful for Friday's game versus the Nets, Taylor Snow of the Boston Celtics' official site reports.Kornet is expected to miss Friday's contest after tweaking his left hamstring against Golden State. If Kornet is downgraded to out, Xavier Tillman is a candidate to receive increased minutes off the bench in Boston's frontcourt.
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Celtics' Luke Kornet: Won't return Wednesday
Luke Kornet has been ruled out for the remainder of Wednesday's game against the Warriors due to left hamstring tightness, Marc D'Amico of the Boston Celtics' official site reports.Kornet tweaked his hamstring during Wednesday's matchup and will not return. He finishes with two points (0-1 FG, 2-2 FT), two rebounds and two assists across 14 minutes. Jordan Walsh and Xavier Tillman could see an extra minute or two down the stretch. Kornet's next chance to play will come Friday against Brooklyn.
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Celtics' Luke Kornet: Retreats to bench
Luke Kornet isn't starting Monday's game against the Hawks, Sean Grande of NBC Sports Boston reports.Kornet has started Boston's last two contests at center, but it'll be Neemias Queta who gets the call Monday night, marking his first NBA start. Kornet is averaging 3.2 points, 4.2 rebounds and 1.6 assists in five games off the bench so far this season.