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DYLAN HARPER?!? WOAH 😳 https://t.co/XIxB5Ynaks

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Posted April 25, 2026

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The post highlights San Antonio Spurs rookie Dylan Harper's explosive performance in Game 3 of their first-round NBA playoff series against the Portland Trail Blazers on April 24, 2026, where he scored 27 points, grabbed 10 rebounds, and hit 4 threes off the bench in a 120-108 win.[1][2][3][8] This came without star Victor Wembanyama, sidelined by a concussion, shifting pressure to young players like Harper, who outshone Portland's Scoot Henderson in their matchup.[1][5] Harper broke historic records, including becoming the first rookie with 25+ points, 10+ rebounds, and 4+ threes off the bench in playoffs, and the youngest since 1970-71 for 25+ points and 10+ boards off the bench.[4][8]

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The post is trending due to Harper's historic breakout game just yesterday, propelling the Spurs to a 2-1 series lead amid Wembanyama's injury, captivating fans during the 2026 NBA playoffs.[3][5][9] The NBA's amplification with 'WOAH 😳' captures the shock of a 20-year-old rookie's dominance, fueling viral discussions on young talent.[2][8] Timing aligns with peak playoff excitement on a Friday night, driving massive engagement.[1]

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  • 1Dylan Harper, born March 2, 2006, was the No. 2 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft by the Spurs after one season at Rutgers.[6]
  • 2He shot an incredible 75% from the field (9/12) and 80% from three (4/5) in Game 3.[2]
  • 3Harper broke Kobe Bryant's playoff record in the Spurs' win, per reports.[4]
  • 4First NBA debut: 15 points off the bench vs. Dallas Mavericks on Oct 22, 2025.[6]
  • 5At 6'5" and 215 lbs, he's a versatile guard already starting games as a rookie.[7]

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