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Spurs rookie Dylan Harper exits with calf injury vs Suns

Dylan Harper (San Antonio Spurs)
November 2025

Harper limped off after a left calf injury in the second quarter against Phoenix. The rookie guard had averaged 14.4 points, 4.6 rebounds, and 4.6 assists in his first five NBA games. Injury occurred during a defensive rotation against Nick Richards. Initial evaluation suggests a strain pending imaging. Spurs’ staff to monitor progression and workload; timeline depends on swelling response. Spurs lost 130–118.

Wembanyama states face of NBA ambition and showcases expanded role

Victor Wembanyama (San Antonio Spurs)
October 2025

Wembanyama said he can be the league’s future standard bearer and returned in preseason with playmaking emphasis after last season’s shoulder clot. In limited minutes he stuffed the box score while initiating offense.
San Antonio are building around his versatility with rookie guard Dylan Harper, Stephon Castle, and added size to diversify lineups. The plan stresses connectivity and creation gravity over isolation to accelerate a playoff push.

Spurs Extend De’Aaron Fox Despite Harper Arrival and Long-Term Uncertainty

De’Aaron Fox (San Antonio Spurs)
August 2025

San Antonio have extended De’Aaron Fox despite drafting Dylan Harper at No. 2 overall, creating a potential long-term point guard logjam due to both players’ poor off-ball shooting. Fox arrived in a high-profile trade and signaled willingness to stay, prompting the extension despite his declining 3-point shooting (31% last season). Spurs passed on alternatives like 2026 cap space, banking on short-term gains and playoff contention with Victor Wembanyama.

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