The San Antonio Spurs’ summer league team recovered from a difficult loss on Saturday with a narrow 90-88 victory against the Golden State Warriors. Notably, the win came without the participation of the Spurs’ lottery picks, Dylan Harper and Carter Bryant. Harper missed his second consecutive game due to a groin injury, while Bryant was ruled out shortly before the game for rest purposes. Consequently, fans will have to wait until the Las Vegas games to see the two rookies in action.
The Spurs’ summer roster consisted of second-round draft picks, undrafted free agents, and players from the G League, offering a preview of what the Austin Spurs might look like for the upcoming season. With promising go-to scorers, multiple ball-handlers, reliable shooters, and tough big men, the team seems well-prepared for the challenges ahead.
Both David Jones-Garcia and Jameer Nelson Jr. had standout performances against the Warriors. Jones-Garcia scored 25 points with impressive efficiency, shooting 9-14 from the field and 4-7 from beyond the arc. Nelson Jr. contributed 12 points, primarily from relentless drives that earned him numerous trips to the free-throw line. Their efforts are positioning them for potential training camp invitations, whether within the Spurs organization or elsewhere.
Overall, the Spurs coaching staff can take pride in the roster’s depth and talent, especially as the team made 39.3% of their three-point attempts in the win. The Spurs will have another opportunity to showcase their capabilities in a matchup against the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday night. This continuing development hints at a promising future for some of these young athletes as they aim to secure a place in the league.