Overview

• Dylan Harper was assigned jersey No. 2, last worn by Finals MVP Kawhi Leonard, while Carter Bryant also received his Spurs uniform during Friday’s introductions
• The former AAU rivals forged a strong friendship since 2021 and now join a youthful San Antonio core alongside Victor Wembanyama and Stephon Castle
• Both rookies pledged to help break the franchise’s six-year playoff drought, with Harper declaring the team “going to make the playoffs” quickly
• Harper and Bryant have entered the Spurs’ practice program in San Antonio and will make their California Summer League debut on July 5
• San Antonio’s draft-and-develop identity is reinforced by adding the 6-foot-6 Rutgers guard at No. 2 and the 6-foot-7 Arizona forward at No. 14