Brian Scalabrine names the former Celtics player who he was ‘shocked’ the team did not keep on the roster

Scalabrine shocked the Celtics did not try to retain Luke Kornet

Luke Kornet’s first stint with the Celtics was in the 2020-21 season. He was not able to impress on that occasion and had multiple 10-day contracts with other teams before returning to the C’s in 2022 and making a name for himself.

The 30-year-old was also involved in the Celtics championship team as his ability inside the paint gave them a much-needed option in the center position.

Despite his contribution to the Celtics, they had to let him walk in free agency because they needed to reduce their salary cap after the Tatum injury.

He eventually was picked up by the San Antonio Spurs, who signed him on a four-year $41 million contract, which according to Scalabrine is a good deal for a player of his quality.

He said: “I think Luke Kornet is one of the best signings in the offseason to add a guy, like he is really good at getting behind the defense, exactly what in my opinion the Spurs need.

“But everyone calls it the worst signing, because Kornet averaged six points a game, are you kidding me? I think that was a great free agent for what he got, and I was a little bit shocked on why we didn’t keep him at that number.”

Luke Kornet could be an important player for the San Antonio Spurs

Derrick White, who formerly played for the Spurs, revealed that San Antonio would love Kornet.

His ability to play in pick-and-rolls will be a great benefit for the team as they have three point guards, who will constantly try and find him.

Victor Wembanyama is definitely going to be the star on the Spurs, but Kornet will be a great option next to the Frenchman.

The Spurs can also try playing both of them together, and it would be interesting to see how a lineup with the two bigs will perform.

He averaged only 6.0 points and 5.3 rebounds, but shot a scintillating 66.8% from the field.

As someone who has won a championship, Kornet will bring some experience to the young Spurs roster, who are set to take the big leap next season.