Spurs face roster decisions amid Dylan Harper's emerging role
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 2:27 PM
Last updated Jun 15, 2026
The San Antonio Spurs are considering changes to their starting lineup as Dylan Harper's influence grows. Former NBA player Brendan Haywood advocates for Harper to start next season, suggesting that doing so may require De'Aaron Fox to transition to a bench role. The Spurs entered the offseason optimistic after a deep playoff run, raising questions about balancing player development with championship aspirations. Haywood emphasizes the need to embrace Harper's talent and build around him, Victor Wembanyama, and Stephon Castle as a new core. The Spurs face a pivotal decision on roster construction moving forward.
- •Dylan Harper's performance prompts potential starting lineup changes.
- •Brendan Haywood supports Harper starting next season.
- •Fox may need to come off the bench to accommodate Harper.
- •Spurs aim to balance development with a championship push.
- •Harper's readiness signals a shift in team direction.
- 2:59 PMYahoo Sports — How De'Aaron Fox's contract and Dylan Harper's emergence will leave Spurs no choice
- 2:27 PMYahoo Sports — Dylan Harper's rise leaves Spurs facing a De'Aaron Fox problem
"Brendan Haywood believes the Spurs must start Dylan Harper next season, arguing San Antonio can no longer limit the rookie's growing impact.
"Dylan Harper is the future, and Fox is in his way.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 15, 2026, 2:59 PMHow De'Aaron Fox's contract and Dylan Harper's emergence will leave Spurs no choice
Dylan Harper is the future, and Fox is in his way.
- Yahoo SportsJun 15, 2026, 2:27 PMDylan Harper's rise leaves Spurs facing a De'Aaron Fox problem
Brendan Haywood believes the Spurs must start Dylan Harper next season, arguing San Antonio can no longer limit the rookie's growing impact.
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