Tobias Harris is set to miss the Spurs’ entire preseason slate with a calf injury, and that’s creating an immediate, wide-open battle for power forward minutes that could define some young careers in San Antonio. While Mark Barrington isn’t sweating Harris’s absence long-term, seeing him as a playoff toughness guy who needs to be 100% by midseason, the immediate implications for the roster are already sparking chatter ahead of the first preseason game.
Opportunity Knocks Loud For The Young Guns
This is where things get interesting, especially for Carter Bryant. Jeje Gomez is buzzing about Bryant, who only got two Summer League games in and was asked to do way too much back then. Now, with Harris out, Bryant has a golden chance to prove himself. Can his shot fall consistently? Can his defense be less chaotic but still keep that physical edge? Those two things are exactly what the 2026/27 Spurs are gonna need from him, and this preseason is his audition. The battle for those power forward minutes is going to be fierce, and Bryant is absolutely someone to keep eyes on to see if he can seize this moment. Devon Birdsong also pointed out the importance of seeing how the young bigs perform, especially with the team’s recent big-man injury history. It’s time for someone to step up.
Wemby’s Back, And The Kids Are Looking To Level Up
Beyond the power forward scramble, there’s just a pure joy about basketball being back. We’ve all been waiting! The biggest draw, as always, is Victor Wembanyama. What new, unbelievable skills is he gonna pull out of his hat this season? He’s spectacular, always a pleasure to watch, and you just can’t look away from him. But the growth of the other young guys is also huge. Will Tarris Reed be able to contribute right away? Dylan Harper’s development is another major storyline; will he take another leap in his skills? You gotta hope so. And Stephon Castle’s outside shooting needs to improve, right? Preseason is the perfect time to see those early returns on all that offseason work.
This isn’t just about getting ready for opening night; it’s about carving out a role and proving you belong. The competition starts NOW, and we’re here for every second of it. We’ll be watching closely as the Spurs kick off their preseason to see who grabs those minutes and what these young players show us.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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