This article was originally published on www.si.com/nba/spurs as San Antonio Spurs Make Major First-Round Pick Announcement. SAN ANTONIO — The San Antonio Spurs have officially inked both of their rookies.

Granted, it's a tradeable contract, but an eighth man is not exactly a massive asset to have. He is signed through his age-33 season, which means the Spurs should be able to avoid his decline, although that is not guaranteed.

The Spurs selected the former Rutgers standout with the No. 2 overall pick in the 2025 NBA draft. Harper was impressive during his lone season with the Scarlet Knights, earning All-Big Ten honors while averaging 19.4 points, 4.6 rebounds, 4.0 assists and 1.4 steals per game in 29 appearances.