Charles Barkley compares San Antonio Spurs guards Stephon Castle and Dylan Harper
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Last updated Sep 7, 2026
Charles Barkley recently identified San Antonio Spurs guards Stephon Castle and Dylan Harper as a duo capable of mirroring the impact of Hall of Fame members Steph Curry and Klay Thompson. The comparison follows a season where the young backcourt demonstrated significant development during the Spurs' run to the NBA Finals. Castle, who earned the 2024-25 NBA Rookie of the Year award, and Harper have been identified by analysts as the probable long-term foundation for the San Antonio backcourt. Observers noted that their performance in the Finals showed maturity beyond their age, with the pair consistently outperforming veteran opponents. As the organization transitions its strategy, discussions persist regarding the team's future roster configuration and the expansion of these players' roles within the starting lineup.
- •Charles Barkley characterized Stephon Castle and Dylan Harper as the next Steph Curry and Klay Thompson.
- •Stephon Castle won the 2024-25 NBA Rookie of the Year award.
- •The San Antonio Spurs reached the NBA Finals during the most recent season.
- •Dylan Harper reached the age of 20 in March.
- •Analysts suggest the San Antonio Spurs may shift backcourt responsibilities to the two guards.
- 7:40 PMYahoo Sports — Charles Barkley Drops Bold Steph Curry, Klay Thompson Comparison For Spurs Duo
- 6:42 PMYahoo Sports — NBA legend Charles Barkley compares Spurs' Stephon Castle, Dylan Harper to Warriors' Steph, Klay
"Charles Barkley is already looking past what the San Antonio Spurs did last season. The Hall of Famer believes the team has started building something that could keep its biggest rivals busy for years. San Antonio reached the NBA Finals in 2026 with Victor Wembanyama at the center of it all. But Barkley’s latest prediction [...]
"The San Antonio Spurs have a special young duo in Dylan Harper and Stephon Castle. It seems Charles Barkley believes that Hall of Fame duo Steph Curry and Klay Thompson is an easy comparison for the two.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 7, 2026, 7:40 PMCharles Barkley Drops Bold Steph Curry, Klay Thompson Comparison For Spurs Duo
Charles Barkley is already looking past what the San Antonio Spurs did last season. The Hall of Famer believes the team has started building something that could keep its biggest rivals busy for years. San Antonio reached the NBA Finals in 2026 with Victor Wembanyama at the center of it all. But Barkley’s latest prediction [...]
- Yahoo SportsSep 7, 2026, 6:42 PMNBA legend Charles Barkley compares Spurs' Stephon Castle, Dylan Harper to Warriors' Steph, Klay
The San Antonio Spurs have a special young duo in Dylan Harper and Stephon Castle. It seems Charles Barkley believes that Hall of Fame duo Steph Curry and Klay Thompson is an easy comparison for the two.
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