Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Luke Kornet

Discover the career path of Luke Kornet, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Luke Kornet is an American professional basketball player currently playing for the San Antonio Spurs in the NBA. He previously played college basketball at Vanderbilt University where he holds the record for all-time blocked shots and is the NCAA all-time leader for three-pointers made by players seven feet tall or taller. Kornet recently won an NBA championship with the Boston Celtics in 2024 and earned the nickname "The Green Kornet" among Celtics fans.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

July 3, 2017: Signed Two-Way Contract with the Knicks

On July 3, 2017, Luke Kornet signed a two-way contract with the New York Knicks after going undrafted in the 2017 NBA draft and joining the Knicks for the 2017 NBA Summer League.

February 8, 2018: NBA Debut with Double-Double

On February 8, 2018, Luke Kornet made his NBA debut for the New York Knicks against the Toronto Raptors, achieving a double-double with 11 points and 10 rebounds, along with four blocks. He became the second Knicks rookie in history to debut with a double-double and the first NBA player to sink three three-pointers and have four blocks in his debut.

July 6, 2018: Signed Standard Contract with the Knicks

On July 6, 2018, Luke Kornet signed a standard contract with the New York Knicks.

April 9, 2019: Double-Double and Career-High Blocks

On April 9, 2019, Luke Kornet recorded a double-double with 12 points, 13 rebounds, and a career-high six blocks in a 96–86 victory over the Chicago Bulls.

July 17, 2019: Signed with the Chicago Bulls

On July 17, 2019, Luke Kornet signed a fully guaranteed two-year contract for $4.5 million with the Chicago Bulls.

March 25, 2021: Traded to the Boston Celtics

On March 25, 2021, Luke Kornet was traded to the Boston Celtics in a three-team trade involving the Washington Wizards.

December 21, 2021: Signed with the Cleveland Cavaliers

On December 21, 2021, Luke Kornet signed a 10-day contract with the Cleveland Cavaliers.

January 3, 2022: Signed with the Milwaukee Bucks

On January 3, 2022, Luke Kornet signed a 10-day contract with the Milwaukee Bucks.

January 14, 2022: Reacquired by the Maine Celtics

On January 14, 2022, Luke Kornet was reacquired by the Maine Celtics.

February 11, 2022: Signed with the Boston Celtics

On February 11, 2022, Luke Kornet signed a contract with the Boston Celtics for the rest of the season, after which the Celtics reached the NBA Finals but lost to the Golden State Warriors.

July 1, 2022: Re-signed with the Celtics

On July 1, 2022, Luke Kornet re-signed with the Boston Celtics on a two-year contract.

December 6, 2022: Effectiveness of 'The Eclipse' Technique

As of December 6, 2022, opposing shooters were 5 for 18 (28%) on shot attempts against Luke Kornet's 'The Eclipse' technique, which is well below the league average of 38% made on 3-point field goal attempts. This data showcases the effectiveness of his unique defensive strategy.