San Antonio Spurs center Luke Kornet has received public backing from his coach and teammates despite posting subpar statistical numbers early in the season.
The support comes after the Spurs' game against the Dallas Mavericks on October 24, 2026, where Mavericks forward Naji Marshall was photographed shooting over Kornet during the first half.
Spurs coaching staff and players have emphasized Kornet's defensive presence and screen-setting value, which they say does not always appear in traditional box scores.
The article by Tom Orsborn was published on October 29, 2026.
