This was a terrific showing for Kornet as he picked up the start with Derrick White (leg) unavailable. Al Horford (toe) was expected to play, but was ultimately a late scratch that went unreported by ...
Boston nearly pulled off a great win, but fell for the seventh time this season after leading by at least 10 points.
Luke Kornet tied a career-high with six blocks ... had high praise for the second unit after the game. "We've got some young stars," Brown told NBC Sports Boston's Abby Chin.
Trae Young led Atlanta with 28 points and 12 assists ... and Kristaps Porzingis (injury management) sidelined, Luke Kornet started and finished with 17 points and seven rebounds in 31 minutes.
Young made both free throws ... Here’s hoping he’s okay. Luke Kornet was good as a starter. The Celtics opted to play both Kristaps Porzingis and Al Horford on the front end of their back ...
Trae Young led Atlanta with 28 points and 12 assists ... and Kristaps Porzingis (injury management) sidelined, Luke Kornet started and finished with 17 points and seven rebounds in 31 minutes.