Dylan Harper credits Gregg Popovich for development within the San Antonio Spurs
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 9, 2026, 4:18 PM
Last updated Sep 9, 2026
San Antonio Spurs guard Dylan Harper discussed the influence of Gregg Popovich on his growth as an NBA player. Since being selected second overall in the 2025 NBA Draft, Harper has emerged as a key contributor for the organization. While Popovich no longer serves as the team's head coach, he remains active in his role as team president and provides consistent guidance to players. Harper noted that Popovich frequently monitors his on-court demeanor, sending direct feedback when he observes a lack of aggression during gameplay. The organization aims to build its long-term future around the combination of Harper, Stephon Castle, and Victor Wembanyama. Harper continues to receive support from current staff and former franchise fixtures including Tim Duncan and Manu Ginobili as he enters his second season.
- •Dylan Harper joined the San Antonio Spurs as the second overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft.
- •Gregg Popovich works with players as the president of the Spurs organization.
- •Popovich provides direct feedback to help Harper maintain an aggressive style of play.
- •The Spurs long-term core includes Dylan Harper, Stephon Castle, and Victor Wembanyama.
- 4:18 PMYahoo Sports — Dylan Harper gets brutally honest about how Gregg Popovich has sparked his development
"Dylan Harper has become a monumental player for the Spurs, and Gregg Popovich fully believes in his potential.
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