Spurs Rookie Dylan Harper Exits Game with Calf Injury

UPDATE: The San Antonio Spurs faced a significant setback as rookie guard Dylan Harper exited the game against the Phoenix Suns due to a calf injury. The incident occurred during the second quarter on October 29, 2023, while defending a dunk by Nick Richards.

Harper, the No. 2 overall pick in the NBA draft, suffered the injury while attempting to block the shot, landing awkwardly under the basket. He immediately winced in pain and was seen walking toward the bench before heading to the locker room with a member of the Spurs’ medical staff. The team announced at halftime that he would not return to the game.

This injury compounds the Spurs’ challenges, as they already entered the matchup at Footprint Center without veteran point guard De’Aaron Fox, who has yet to play this season due to a hamstring injury sustained before training camp.

In just 11 minutes of play against the Suns, the 19-year-old Harper managed to score 12 points on 5-of-8 shooting, showcasing his potential as a rising star on the team. Prior to the injury, he was averaging 14.4 points, 4.6 rebounds, 2.4 assists, and 1.2 steals over his first five games.

The Spurs will now closely monitor Harper’s condition as they prepare for upcoming games. Fans and analysts are left wondering how this injury will impact the team’s depth and overall performance in the early season.

Stay tuned for updates on Harper’s status and further developments from the Spurs camp.