Dylan Harper injury update: Latest news on Spurs star's status after exiting Game 2 vs. Thunder

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The Spurs benefitted greatly from Dylan Harper's contributions in Game 1. The rookie amassed 24 points, 11 rebounds, six assists and seven steals to help power San Antonio's attack to victory over the Thunder.

He looked on pace to put forth a similar display during Wednesday's Game 2, sinking five of his first 10 shots as the Spurs worked their way back from a double-digit deficit.

However, he was felled by an apparent right hamstring issue just as the Spurs got themselves within striking distance of their mighty opposition.

Here's the latest on Harper's status following his exit from Wednesday's game.

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Dylan Harper injury update

Harper was ruled out of Wednesday's contest with a right leg injury. He exited the matchup partway through the third quarter after landing awkwardly on his right hamstring. He lost his balance while attempting to finish through Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Ajay Mitchell's contests.

Harper immediately reached for his right hamstring as he landed. He was escorted to the locker room. After briefly being examined, Harper attempted to return to the bench. He was met by a member of San Antonio's medical team, who advised him to go back to the locker room.

Earlier in the frame, Harper lingered on the floor after landing awkwardly while contesting a rebound against Chet Holmgren. 

Harper exploded for 24 points, 11 rebounds, six assists and seven steals in the Spurs' Game 1 win and had 12 points in 25 minutes before exiting Wednesday night.

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