As the San Antonio Spurs near full strength, it's clear that this year's team is far deeper than last year's roster. One key difference has been backup center Luke Kornet, who has been forced to step into the starting lineup with star Victor Wembanyama out.
Those who watched the Spurs last season know just how depressing it was to watch the team when Wembanyama was off the floor, mainly because of who was playing behind him. The Spurs previously had Zach Collins, who flopped in that role, and later signed Bismack Biyombo.
Ironically, he was head and shoulders the best backup last season.