Dylan Harper underwent left-thumb surgery and is hoped to be ready for the Spurs’ Oct. 22 season opener vs. Dallas. The No. 2 pick in 2025 flashed 16.0 ppg in two Summer League games, but his rookie role figures to start behind De’Aaron Fox and Stephon Castle as San Antonio rebuilds. Opening week features the Mavericks, Pelicans and Nets, which will test his immediate impact and fantasy upside while the roster sorts minutes for a young guard corps.