The San Antonio Spurs just dropped a bomb on the league, and if you weren’t paying attention, you better start now. Dylan Harper, heading into his second season, is out here saying he and Stephon Castle believe they are the best guards in the NBA, plain and simple. Yeah, you read that right. Best. Guards. In. The. League.
From Western Champs to Title Contenders: The Spurs’ Wild Ride
Everyone talks about Victor Wembanyama when you mention the Spurs’ promising future, and fair enough, the guy’s a beast. But if you think it’s just him, you’ve been sleeping on what San Antonio’s brewing. They’ve been stacking young talent for years, and now they’ve got three potential superstars: Wembanyama, Harper, and Castle. This backcourt is seriously emerging, and their confidence is through the roof.
Remember that crazy run the Spurs just had to the NBA Finals in 2026? They went from promising young squad to the best team in the Western Conference, even taking down the defending champs, the Oklahoma City Thunder. They might have lost the Finals to the New York Knicks in five games, but don’t get it twisted: that run announced them as legitimate contenders for years to come on the back of their young core. That kind of loss can crush a team, but these young guys? They’re coming back with fire.
Harper and Castle’s Shot Heard ‘Round the NBA
You need serious mental strength to bounce back from an NBA Finals loss, especially when you’re young. But confidence is something these Spurs have in spades. Harper and Castle, going into their second and third NBA seasons respectively, aren’t just confident; they’re convinced they’re elite. Harper spilled the beans on their mindset, saying, “The biggest thing is that we both think we’re the best guards in the NBA, plus Fox.” He added that their relationship started with that competitive fire and just grew from there, on and off the court. They can talk about anything, which is exactly the kind of dynamic you want in your star backcourt.
That quote isn’t just talk, it’s a declaration. Harper and Castle aren’t backing down. They love playing together, and that’s exactly what the Spurs need. It’s easy to see why they’re so good as a duo when they’ve got that kind of belief in each other and themselves.
Why the Spurs Are Set to Dominate the League for Years
With Harper and Castle making this kind of statement, it’s clear the Spurs are serious about their future. They’re going to do everything they can to keep this young core, including Wembanyama, together for years to come. This isn’t just about potential anymore; it’s about a team that’s proven they can make a deep run, even if the ultimate prize slipped away this time. Get ready, because with that kind of fire and confidence, the Spurs aren’t just bouncing back, they’re coming for everything. The league better be watching their backs when Harper and Castle hit the court next season.
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Originally reported by The Sporting News.
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