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Spurs No. 2 Pick Dylan Harper Undergoes Thumb Surgery After Workout Injury

Reports indicate he is unlikely to participate in training camp.

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A detail of the San Antonio Spurs uniform during the game against the Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena on March 25, 2025 in Detroit, Michigan.
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Jul 12, 2025; Las Vegas, NV, USA; San Antonio Spurs guard Dylan Harper (2) looks on in the third quarter of their game against the Dallas Mavericks at Thomas & Mack Center. Mandatory Credit: Candice Ward-Imagn Images/File photo

Overview

  • Dylan Harper suffered a partial tear of the collateral ligament in his left (shooting) thumb during a Wednesday workout at the Spurs’ facility.
  • The Spurs announced successful surgery on Friday and did not provide an official recovery timetable.
  • Multiple reports say he is expected to miss the preseason, with cautious hope he could be ready for the late-October regular-season opener in Dallas.
  • The 19-year-old former Rutgers standout was drafted No. 2 in June and is projected to play early minutes alongside Victor Wembanyama and Stephon Castle.
  • The injury affects his preparation and integration, and the team is expected to prioritize long-term hand stability over a rushed return.