Spurs’ Luke Kornet hammers down a mean dunk vs. Rockets

Jan 21, 2026 - 02:30

When Luke Kornet signed a four-year, $41 million contract in free agency, it was obvious he would serve a key role on the San Antonio Spurs. Though, with franchise pillar Victor Wembanyama manning the low post, it was unclear just how big of an impact the veteran center would have in The Alamo City. He is enjoying a career campaign, establishing himself as more than merely “Wemby’s backup.” He showed the Houston Rockets a glimpse of what he can do in Tuesday night’s in-state battle.

Kornet rolled to the rim, secured a De’Aaron Fox pass and then pulled the ball back for a powerful slam dunk. He extended the Spurs’ lead to 13 in the final minute of the first quarter and quieted the Toyota Center crowd.