Tim Legler discusses Dylan Harper's potential as Spurs' star player
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 2:59 AM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
Tim Legler assessed Dylan Harper's potential following his first NBA season with the San Antonio Spurs. Harper, the second overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, contributed significantly during the ongoing 2026 NBA Playoffs, helping the Spurs reach the Finals. Despite their loss to the New York Knicks, Harper's performance has led analysts to project him as a future star and a key player alongside Victor Wembanyama. As he develops, Harper's ability to integrate into a starting role could bolster the Spurs' success. Legler predicts Harper could soon be in the conversation for First-Team All-NBA honors.
- •Dylan Harper is a standout rookie for the Spurs in the 2026 Playoffs.
- •The Spurs reached the NBA Finals but lost to the New York Knicks.
- •Legler believes Harper could be a future First-Team All-NBA player.
- •Harper's performance has drawn attention as a key piece for San Antonio's future.
- •Integration into the starting lineup is essential for Harper's growth.
- 2:59 AMYahoo Sports — Tim Legler gets real about Dylan Harper's ceiling as a star player for the Spurs
"Dylan Harper looks to be the next rising star after his phenomenal run in the 2026 NBA Playoffs.
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