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Dylan Harper starts for Spurs in preseason game against Hawks

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 8, 2026, 11:54 PM

Last updated Oct 8, 2026

Dylan Harper starts for Spurs in preseason game against Hawks

Summary

Dylan Harper joins De'Aaron Fox and Stephon Castle in a three-guard lineup as the San Antonio Spurs face the Atlanta Hawks in their preseason opener. Coach Mitch Johnson has indicated that this lineup may reflect Harper’s strong performance during last season's NBA Finals. Along with Victor Wembanyama and Devin Vassell, this starting five is set for the game on October 10, 2026, although Johnson has not confirmed if this group will be used in the regular season opener against Oklahoma City on October 20. The decision to utilize a three-guard system has been a topic of interest since media day on September 28.

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Key Details

•Spurs play Hawks in preseason opener on October 10, 2026.
•Dylan Harper starts alongside De'Aaron Fox and Stephon Castle.
•Victor Wembanyama and Devin Vassell complete the starting five.
•Coach Mitch Johnson has not confirmed lineup for regular season opener.
•Three-guard setup discussed since media day on September 28.

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11:54 PMYahoo Sports — Dylan Harper among starters for Spurs game against Hawks

What they're saying

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The second-year guard came off the bench last season, but his outstanding play in the Finals might lead coach Mitch Johnson play him in a three-guard look this year.
— Yahoo Sports

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