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April 18, 2026
Fades injury report
Harper (thumb) isn't listed on the injury report for Sunday's Game 1 against the Trail Blazers.
Analysis
Harper exited San Antonio's regular-season finale due to a left thumb injury, though he's set to return for the start of the playoffs. In seven regular-season appearances (two starts) during April, the rookie first-rounder averaged 13.7 points, 4.0 assists, 3.3 rebounds and 0.9 steals across 24.9 minutes per contest.
April 15, 2026
Expected to be available for Game 1
Harper (thumb) is expected to play in Game 1 on Sunday against Portland, per Michael C. Wright of ESPN.com.
Analysis
Harper injured his left thumb in Sunday's regular-season finale against Denver, but it sounds like he'll have enough time to heal ahead of the start of the playoffs. The rookie first-rounder is heading into the postseason on a hot streak, having averaged 14.8 points, 4.0 assists, 3.6 rebounds and 1.4 three-pointers in 24.4 minutes per tilt over his final 12 games while shooting 50.0 percent from deep during this span.
April 13, 2026
Won't return Sunday
Harper will not return to Sunday's game against the Nuggets due to a left thumb injury, Don Harris of News 4 San Antonio reports.
Analysis
Harper exited late in the third quarter and will not be able to return. He concludes the contest with nine points (4-9 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-1 FT), three rebounds, one assist and a steal in 18 minutes.
April 12, 2026
Not starting Sunday
Harper won't start Sunday's game against the Nuggets.
Analysis
With Stephon Castle (knee) back in action, Harper will retreat to the second unit. Over his last five appearances off the bench, the rookie first-rounder has averaged 14.8 points, 4.0 assists and 3.2 rebounds in 24.2 minutes per contest.