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May 23, 2026
Not listed on injury report
Harper (adductor) is not on the injury report for Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals versus the Thunder on Sunday.
Analysis
Harper played through the adductor issue during Friday's Game 3 loss, and Saturday, head coach Mitch Johnson said that Harper was expected to play Sunday. With Harper not even listed on the injury report, it's safe to assume he'll be available for Game 4.
May 23, 2026
Expected to play Sunday
Head coach Mitch Johnson said Saturday that he expects Harper (adductor) to play in Sunday's Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals against the Thunder, per Tim MacMahon of ESPN.com.
Analysis
Johnson stated Saturday that he expects both Harper and De'Aaron Fox (ankle) to be available for Sunday's crucial matchup. Harper battled through right adductor soreness to log 17 minutes off the bench in Friday's Game 3 loss, finishing with six points, three rebounds and two assists. While he'll likely continue coming off the bench behind Fox, Harper should see a sizable role as a reserve playmaker while the Spurs look to even the series.
May 23, 2026
Logs 17 minutes in loss
Harper finished with six points (2-7 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), three rebounds and two assists across 17 minutes during Friday's 123-108 loss to the Thunder in Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals.
Analysis
Harper shed a questionable tag due to right adductor soreness to suit up Friday, though he moved to the bench in De'Aaron Fox's return. Harper struggled with efficiency and scored in single digits for the first time since Game 3 of the second round against Minnesota. Fox is clearly still bothered by his ankle injury, and if he's unable to play in Game 4, Harper would likely rejoin the first unit.
May 23, 2026
Not starting Game 3
Harper (hip) won't start Friday's Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals versus the Thunder.
Analysis
Harper started the first two games of this series in place of De'Aaron Fox (ankle). However, Fox has been cleared to suit up for Game 3 and will reclaim his place in the starting lineup. Still, Harper is expected to lead the bench in minutes, assuming he's healthy enough to do so after exiting and not returning to Game 2 on Wednesday.
May 22, 2026
Cleared to play Friday
Harper (hip) is available to play in Friday's Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals versus Oklahoma City.
Analysis
The rookie guard started the first two games of the series in place of De'Aaron Fox (ankle). Harper had 24 points, 11 rebounds, six assists and seven steals in Game 1. While the rookie played well in Game 2, he didn't finish the contest due to injury. With Fox available Friday, Harper will presumably head back to the bench, although he should still see plenty of minutes, assuming he is healthy enough for a full workload.
May 22, 2026
Game-time call Friday
Harper (hip) is a game-time call for Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals against the Thunder on Friday, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.
Analysis
Harper suffered the injury during Wednesday's Game 2 and is officially questionable to play, but the Spurs will re-evaluate his status following warmups. De'Aaron Fox (ankle) is also questionable for the Spurs, so the team could be shorthanded in the backcourt.
May 21, 2026
Questionable for Game 3
Harper is questionable for Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals against the Thunder on Friday due to right adductor soreness, Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints.com reports.
Analysis
Harper picked up the injury during Wednesday's Game 2 and was ultimately shut down for the night. His availability for Friday's clash will likely hinge on how he feels during shootaround and warmups.
May 21, 2026
Exits early with leg injury
Harper has been ruled out for the remainder of Wednesday's matchup with the Thunder in Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals due to a right leg injury, Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints.com reports. He finished with 12 points (5-10 FG, 2-2 FT), three assists and two rebounds across 25 minutes.
Analysis
Harper exited with 4:50 remaining in the third quarter, and though he initially attempted to return, the Spurs opted to play it safe with the rookie and hold him out for the rest of the evening. More clarity on the severity of Harper's injury should be known following the contest, but for the time being, his status for Friday's Game 3 is up in the air. If Harper and De'Aaron Fox (ankle) -- who hasn't played in either of the first two games of the series -- aren't available Friday, more ball-handling and creation responsibilities would fall on the shoulders of Stephon Castle. The Spurs could also open up more minutes for the likes of Keldon Johnson, Carter Bryant and Jordan McLaughlin if both Harper and Fox aren't able to play.
May 21, 2026
Heads to locker room Wednesday
Harper exited Wednesday's Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals against Oklahoma City in the third quarter due to a hamstring injury, Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints.com reports.
Analysis
Harper was escorted back to the locker room in the third quarter. While he was observed attempting to get back on the floor, he was stopped by the Spurs' training staff. Harper's status remains a mystery, so there's a chance he won't return to Game 2. If that's the case, Keldon Johnson could be looking at more minutes the rest of the way.
May 21, 2026
Earns All-Rookie Team honors
Harper was named to the NBA All-Rookie First Team on Wednesday, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.
Analysis
Harper, the No. 2 overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, averaged 11.8 points, 3.9 assists, 3.4 rebounds, 0.9 three-pointers, 0.8 steals and 0.3 blocks in 22.6 minutes per game while shooting 50.5 percent from the field over 69 games during his inaugural campaign. With De'Aaron Fox (ankle) and Stephon Castle serving as the Spurs' top options in the backcourt throughout the season, Harper was limited to just four starts, but the 20-year-old provided a glimpse of what kind of upside he might offer in a more featured role while he filled in for an injured Fox on the top unit during Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals. In the Spurs' 122-115 double-overtime win over the Thunder on Monday, Harper finished with 24 points, 11 rebounds, seven steals and six assists in 47 minutes.