URGENT UPDATE: San Antonio Spurs rookie Dylan Harper suffered a calf injury during a critical matchup against the Phoenix Suns on Sunday. The incident occurred in the second quarter while defending a dunk by Nick Richards, forcing Harper to exit the game early.
With just 5:02 left in the first half, Harper attempted to block Richards’ dunk but landed awkwardly, leading to immediate concern from the team. The Spurs confirmed at halftime that Harper would not return for the remainder of the game.
This injury further deepens the Spurs’ challenges at guard, as they entered the game without veteran point guard De’Aaron Fox, who is sidelined due to a hamstring injury sustained earlier this summer. Harper, only 19 years old, had been a significant contributor, scoring 12 points on 5-of-8 shooting in just 11 minutes of play before his departure.
The Spurs have relied heavily on Harper, who was averaging 14.4 points, 4.6 rebounds, 2.4 assists, and 1.2 steals over the first five games of the season. His absence will be felt as the team continues to navigate the early part of the season without key players.
As fans and analysts alike await further updates on Harper’s condition, this injury raises immediate concerns about the Spurs’ depth and overall performance moving forward. The team will need to regroup quickly as they prepare for their next matchup.
Stay tuned for more updates as this story develops.
