Spurs' Dylan Harper Debuts NBA Summer League After Injury

Dylan Harper, the San Antonio Spurs' second overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, made a strong debut in the NBA Summer League after missing initial games due to a minor groin injury. In his debut against Cooper Flagg and the Dallas Mavericks, Harper scored 16 points, grabbed six rebounds, and contributed defensively, helping the Spurs secure a 76-69 victory. Harper has been immersing himself in the Spurs' culture by learning from franchise legends like Gregg Popovich, Tim Duncan, and Manu Ginobili, which he says is a unique and valuable experience. He draws inspiration from Pistons guard Cade Cunningham, hoping to develop into a similar impactful leader for the Spurs, a young team that will look to him to fill a leadership role. Coming from a basketball family and with a strong college career at Rutgers, Harper is poised to grow as a player with the support and mentorship he's receiving. The Spurs have expressed confidence in Harper’s potential, seeing his rookie season as the start of a promising NBA career.