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Spurs’ Dylan Harper Logs Efficient 18-Minute Preseason Debut in OT Win Over Jazz

His careful ramp-up after September thumb surgery keeps him on track for the Oct. 22 opener.

Overview

  • Cleared by team doctors, the No. 2 pick played with a protective wrap and a strict minutes limit in his first outing.
  • He posted 9 points on 4-of-5 shooting with 3 assists and no turnovers, finishing roughly plus-20 in 18 minutes.
  • Harper connected with Victor Wembanyama on an alley-oop and set up Luke Kornet, underscoring early playmaking chemistry.
  • San Antonio topped Utah 134-130 in overtime, with Wembanyama leading a strong first half before resting after halftime.
  • Reporting from team and outlets indicates Harper is trending toward availability for the Oct. 22 game vs. Dallas as De’Aaron Fox rehabs a hamstring issue.