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Spurs Fulfill Dylan Harper’s Wish In NBA Preseason Debut

The San Antonio Spurs just fulfilled one of the wishes of their sophomore guard Dylan Harper, during their NBA Preseason campaign. Dylan Harper was named to the starting lineup for the San Antonio Spurs in their preseason game against the…

By Rob Andrew Lo · HEAVY

Published: Friday, 9 October 2026 at 7:31 AM

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Dylan Harper earned a starting spot for the San Antonio Spurs in their preseason opener against Atlanta.
Harper led the Spurs with 16 points in 19 minutes during a 123-116 preseason loss to the Hawks.
De'Aaron Fox missed the game due to general soreness, allowing Harper to start at point guard.

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San Antonio Spurs guard Dylan Harper started at point guard in the team's preseason opener against the Atlanta Hawks on Thursday. Harper received the starting nod after De'Aaron Fox was sidelined late with general soreness. In 19 minutes of play, Harper led San Antonio with 16 points, 4 rebounds, and 4 assists, though the Spurs fell to the Hawks 123-116.

Spurs head coach Mitch Johnson declined to confirm whether Harper will remain in the starting lineup moving forward. Harper, who previously sparked discussion over his desire to start following a GQ Magazine feature, stated he will embrace whatever role the coaching staff chooses as he competes for playing time.

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