Dylan Harper Has Spurs' Brass Buzzing Ahead of NBA Season
Dylan Harper is already generating buzz in San Antonio, with the Spurs reportedly viewing him as their second-best player.
The San Antonio Spurs are on the brink of their first championship in over a decade, and a key contributor to their success is rookie Dylan Harper. At just 20 years old, Harper has already proven himself to be the NBA's second-best player behind Victor Wembanyama, according to ESPN's Brian Windhorst. The Spurs' internal belief in Harper's talent is echoed by other front offices in the league.
The No. 2 overall pick in the 2025 draft showcased his skills during the regular season, averaging 11.8 points, 3.9 assists, and 3.4 rebounds in 22.6 minutes per game. His performance on the court earned him first-team All-Rookie honors. Harper's role expanded in the playoffs, and he continued to improve, ultimately becoming the Spurs' second-leading scorer in the Finals with 18.0 points per game.
His emergence could potentially take over ball-handling duties alongside Victor Wembanyama, as De Aaron Fox struggled in the postseason. The combination of Harper, Castle, and Wembanyama represents San Antonio's promising future in the league.
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