Spurs’ Dylan Harper finds silverware in NBA Cup loss to Knicks
The San Antonio Spurs are obviously disappointed that they were not able to play the match against the New York Knicks NBA Cup Final, but they also realize how far they’ve come as a team in just the last couple of months. Tuesday’s showdown at T-Mobile Arena wasn’t just about the competition for the trophy or the $500-plus thousand each player gets for winning the tournament — although that carries significant weight for the young team. This opportunity was about building chemistry and confidence.
San Antonio certainly accomplished its goal in that regard, upsetting the nearly unstoppable Oklahoma City Thunder in the semifinals and playing superbly in a 124-113 loss to the Knicks in the championship game. Dylan Harper expresses gratitude for this crucial trip to Las Vegas, and also putting the whole situation into perspective.
“It was an amazing experience to be a part of this,” the rookie guard told reporters, according to Spurs reporter Dusty Garza, after posting 21 points and seven rebounds in the loss. “I’m three months into the NBA, and I got to do things like this with a great group of guys. He got away from us in the fourth quarter, but overall, we’ll take a lot from that. We’ll apply it next time.”
Dylan Harper, who is pushing hard for Rookie of the Year, says tonight was only the second time the entire team played together. He feels blessed and takes a lot of value from the experience. He feels the Spurs may be just getting started. 🔥 pic.twitter.com/kIUDCGV2S8
— SpursRΞPORTΞR (@SpursReporter) December 17, 2025
2025-12-17 06:12:00
