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Micah Parsons criticizes Spurs coach for decision in NBA Finals loss

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 1:09 PM

Last updated Jun 14, 2026

Micah Parsons criticizes Spurs coach for decision in NBA Finals loss

Summary

Micah Parsons attributed the San Antonio Spurs' NBA Finals loss to a decision by head coach Mitch Johnson regarding guard Dylan Harper. San Antonio lost the title in five games, failing to hold leads in critical moments. Harper, who scored 25 points in Game 5, contrasted sharply with De’Aaron Fox's performance, raising questions about Johnson's rotations. With the Spurs facing potential changes in their roster, they must decide who will control the offense going forward, with Harper showing promise against the Knicks. The Spurs’ decision on Fox could impact future roster moves, as they navigate contract extensions with both players.

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By the Numbers

•Spurs lost the NBA Finals in five games to the Knicks.
•Micah Parsons criticized coach Mitch Johnson's player rotation decisions.
•Dylan Harper averaged 18.0 points in the Finals, while De’Aaron Fox struggled.
•Harper scored 25 points in a critical Game 5 loss.
•Johnson faces decisions regarding Fox's future as a veteran player.

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1:09 PMYahoo Sports — Micah Parsons blames key decision by Spurs coach Mitch Johnson as the reason for NBA Finals loss

What they're saying

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Micah Parsons put the Spurs’ NBA Finals loss on one coaching choice, and the Dylan Harper debate is not going away quietly. San Antonio lost the title in five games after repeatedly building leads it could not protect.
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