Boston would do so, and handily -- thanks in no small part to the Vanderbilt alum's career night vs. the Knicks in Game 5.

The Oregon native went off for 17 points, 5 rebounds, 3 assists, and a steal off the bench in a critical game for Boston.

Without Jayson Tatum, the Celtics needed everyone else to step up. Derrick White and Jaylen Brown certainly did their part, ...

The reigning champions' title defense isn't done yet, although their repeat odds likely are, thanks to Tatum's Achilles ...

Kornet had the game of his life in Game 5, saving the Celtics' season in the wake of Jayson Tatum's Achilles tear.

Bryan Randles, RotoWire.com Luke Kornet was pivotal in the Celtics’ Game 5 win. They were tied up at 59 at halftime with ...

Luke Kornet delivered for the Celtics off the bench in Game 5 — recording seven blocks over 26 minutes of play.

Luke Kornett was the presence inside the Celtics have needed Kristaps Porzingis to be this series. Jaylen Brown added 26 ...

ESPN commentator Stephen A. Smith compared Boston Celtics backup center Luke Kornet to the late Bill Walton after his ...

Kristaps Porzingis didn't play in the second half of the Game 5 win and the illness once again affected the big man.

Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (7) drives to the basket against New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson, right, during the ...

With Boston on the brink of elimination, Celtics center Luke Kornet dazzled in Game 5 against the Knicks while reaching ...