Dylan Harper is out for the remainder of Summer League, per the Spurs. No injury or anything. They’ve seen enough from the rookie who averaged 16 points, 4 rebounds, 2 assists and a steal in 21.0 minutes over two games.
— Michael C. Wright (@mikecwright) July 16, 2025
Dylan Harper will reportedly miss the remainder of the San Antonio Spurs‘ stint in the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas, Nevada, according to Michael C. Wright of ESPN.
Harper missed the California Classic and the Spurs’ first game in the desert due to a minor groin issue, as described by the team. He debuted on Saturday and made his second and final appearance on Monday to help the Spurs win in each contest.
The No. 2 overall pick averaged 16 points, four rebounds, two assists and one steal on 35.7% shooting from the field in those two outings. He logged 44 total minutes.
Harper had the opportunity to get a taste of action at the next level with the team after missing four games due to injury. Of the players guaranteed to be on the team next season, Harper shared the court with fellow first-round pick Carter Bryant in each game.
Those two games served as the first competitive action for Harper since the end of last season at Rutgers. He finished with seven turnovers and was inefficient from the field, which doesn’t appear to be a concern for the team after shutting him down.
Harper has drawn comparisons to Cade Cunningham as a bigger guard who can score, play with physicality and see the court well. He projects to be a franchise cornerstone and someone who should play a significant role for the team next season.