Overview
- Harper left in the second quarter after contesting a Nick Richards dunk and was ruled out at halftime with a left calf injury.
- Postgame observations showed Harper wearing a walking boot and using crutches, and coach Mitch Johnson reported no update beyond the injury being calf-related.
- The 19-year-old No. 2 pick had 12 points in 11 minutes and entered the night averaging 14.4 points with contributions across rebounds and assists.
- San Antonio fell 130-118 to Phoenix to drop to 5-1, with the team already missing De’Aaron Fox and several others; Johnson said Harper’s status will not change return timelines for injured teammates.
- No official timetable has been announced, and local reporters note calf injuries can sideline players for weeks to months depending on severity.