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The Spurs have rallied after losing their first two games of the season, rattling off four wins in a row. They are starting to round into form while still having room for growth, looking like the contender their talent suggests they can be, through ups and downs.

San Antonio Spurs News / San Antonio Spurs on SI / October 29

Why Spurs Believe Luke Kornet's Early-Season Struggles Are 'Not Just a Luke Thing'

SALT LAKE CITY — On the heels of a one-sided overtime period that the San Antonio Spurs used to claim their third straight win, 117-111, over the Utah Jazz at Delta Center, Mitch Johnson took the podium and explained that the team had his back on a late coaching error.

San Antonio Spurs News / San Antonio Spurs on SI / October 27

What Do Spurs Have to Say About New Arena Lighting at Frost Bank Center?

SAN ANTONIO — The San Antonio Spurs are putting a new spotlight on the action at Frost Bank Center this season, joining a growing list of teams across the league.

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San Antonio Spurs News / Yardbarker / October 27

All it took was a rookie for Spurs to suddenly face a new roster dilemma

The Spurs have had a slow start to the season so far, losing two of their first three games.

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Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season

Who is the X factor for every NBA player this season? We’re not talking about the go-to guy, like Nikola Jokic or Steph Curry. It could be a big-name player, an all-star, or a bench player, but they are the pivot point for their team.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / July 11

Luke Kornet Hilariously Recruits LeBron James To Spurs With Voice Memo After Rich Paul Report

LeBron James remains a free agent today, and we still aren’t sure when he’s going to make his big decision. Not only is James keeping these teams waiting, but he hasn’t spoken to any of them either.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 10

Spurs’ Luke Kornet enters LeBron James sweepstakes with voice memo pitch

The LeBron James free agency sweepstakes continues, with several teams still looking to bring him to their team. The teams who are in the race include the Cleveland Cavaliers, Miami Heat, Golden State Warriors, Philadelphia 76ers and Minnesota Timberwolves, and it’s safe to say they all have a valid argument to sign James.

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NBA News / Athlon Sports / June 13

Final Injury Report for Knicks-Spurs NBA Finals Game 5: Will Luke Kornet Play?

The San Antonio Spurs are at home Saturday night as they host the New York Knicks in Game 5 of the NBA Finals. San Antonio enters Saturday’s game trailing 1-3 in the series after losing on the road to New York in Game 4 Wednesday night.

San Antonio Spurs News / HITC / June 13

Key San Antonio Spurs star is ‘questionable’ ahead of Game 5 of the NBA Finals

The San Antonio Spurs have a frontcourt concern before Game 5 of the NBA Finals, with one rotation big listed as questionable due to illness. The timing is difficult because San Antonio are already facing elimination against the New York Knicks after a brutal Game 4 collapse.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / June 12

Key Spurs player is in danger of missing Game 5 of the NBA Finals

The San Antonio Spurs may have to try to stave off elimination without one of their most important bench cogs.

Knicks fans threw things at Victor Wembanyama after Game 4 win

Victor Wembanyama has perfect response after eggs thrown at him

Victor Wembanyama has big words after Spurs' epic collapse vs. Knicks

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The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

San Antonio Spurs News / Total Pro Sports / June 11

Luke Kornet’s Controversial Block Sparks Questions After Officials Swallow the Whistle in Crucial Game 4 Moment

In Game 4, Luke Kornet inarguably had the most obvious and egregious goaltending in all the 2026 NBA Playoffs. Somehow, the referees missed it. The officiating in this year’s NBA playoffs has been, for lack of a better word, inconsistent.

San Antonio Spurs News / NBA Analysis Network / June 2

Luke Kornet’s Game 7 block shows why Spurs’ depth can travel to the Finals

Luke Kornet’s biggest Western Conference finals play was not a scoring burst, but it gave the Spurs a Finals clue: San Antonio’s supporting size can change possessions even when Victor Wembanyama is not the only defender involved.

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San Antonio Spurs News / Total Pro Sports / May 31

Luke Kornet Reveals the Wildest Praise He Received After His Epic Game 7 Chase-Down Block

With just under seven minutes remaining in Saturday’s WCF showdown, the San Antonio Spurs were clinging to a six-point lead over the Oklahoma City Thunder when disaster nearly struck, but Luke Kornet had different plans.

San Antonio Spurs News / Larry Brown Sports / May 25

Spurs player got himself blessed by nuns before Game 4

One San Antonio Spurs player found a way to win divine intervention for his team for the rest of the Western Conference Finals. A group of nuns became viral sensations during Sunday’s Game 4 against the Oklahoma City Thunder.

San Antonio Spurs News / Hoops Rumors / May 17

Spurs’ De’Aaron Fox, Luke Kornet Questionable For Game 1

The Spurs have listed starting point guard De’Aaron Fox (right ankle soreness) and backup center Luke Kornet (left foot soreness) as questionable for the opening game of the Western Conference finals, tweets Jared Weiss of The Athletic.

NBA News / Yardbarker / April 22

Victor Wembanyama's scary fall puts Spurs' playoff chances in peril

After a scary fall put San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama in the concussion protocol early in Game 2, his team will have to scramble to win without the Defensive Player of the Year.

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Scoot Henderson shoots Trail Blazers past Spurs to even series

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NBA News / Yardbarker / March 9

Luke Kornet's push to cancel Hawks' Magic City promotion works

Luka Kornet has blocked 356 shots in his nine-year NBA career. On Monday, he managed to block an entire game.

Hawks 'very disappointed’ after NBA cancels Magic City promotion

Hawks put win streak on the line vs. Mavericks seven-game skid

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NBA News / Total Pro Sports / March 8

Magic City Dancer Delivers Savage Message to Luke Kornet After His Magic City Criticism

The upcoming game between the Atlanta Hawks and the Orlando Magic on March 16 is generating significant buzz. This excitement is not only due to the event “Magic City Monday,” but also because of criticism from San Antonio Spurs player Luke Kornet regarding the show.

NBA News / San Antonio Spurs on SI / March 3

Spurs' Luke Kornet Speaks Out Against Hawks' Strip Club Promotion

San Antonio Spurs center Luke Kornet asked the Atlanta Hawks to cancel their upcoming promotion of iconic Atlanta strip club "Magic City" at an upcoming game, generating tremendous amounts of backlash and support.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / March 2

Spurs’ Luke Kornet calls on Hawks to cancel ‘Magic City Night’

San Antonio Spurs center Luke Kornet is urging the Atlanta Hawks to reconsider an upcoming “Magic City Night” promotion. Magic City is a well-known Atlanta strip club.

San Antonio Spurs News / Yardbarker / October 21, 2025

Why under-the-radar Luke Kornet could be the Spurs’ ideal frontcourt partner for Victor Wembanyama

Overshadowed by flashier moves across the league, Luke Kornet’s deal with the San Antonio Spurs looks like one of the summer’s smartest bets. Kornet’s profile fits his new role: low-usage offense, high-IQ screening and decision-making and dependable rim protection.

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San Antonio Spurs News / Yardbarker / July 8, 2025

Contract details show Spurs got a steal with their backup big man

When Luke Kornet agreed to a reported four-year, $41M deal with the San Antonio Spurs, it looked like a reasonable gamble on a backup for Victor Wembanyama. Now that details have emerged, the Spurs got a steal.

Spurs' latest addition has already proved he can fit next to Victor Wembanyama

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