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Harper (hip) is available to play in Friday's Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals versus Oklahoma City.

The rookie guard started the first two games of the series in place of De'Aaron Fox (ankle). Harper had 24 points, 11 rebounds, six assists and seven steals in Game 1. While the rookie played well in Game 2, he didn't finish the contest due to injury. With Fox available Friday, Harper will presumably head back to the bench, although he should still see plenty of minutes, assuming he is healthy enough for a full workload.

Fox (ankle) is available for Friday's Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals against the Thunder.

Fox missed the first two games of the series due to a lingering right ankle issue, though he'll return to action in San Antonio as the club looks to take a 2-1 series lead. Over 11 appearances this postseason, the star guard has averaged 18.8 points, 5.8 assists, 3.5 rebounds and 1.1 steals in 33.3 minutes per showing. His return will likely result in Dylan Harper, who's been cleared to play through a hip injury, moving back to the second unit.

Williams (hamstring) won't play in Friday's Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals versus San Antonio.

Williams was listed as questionable heading into this contest, although he wasn't expected to play. His next opportunity to get back on the floor will be when these clubs meet for Game 4 on Sunday. With Williams sidelined Friday, Ajay Mitchell or Cason Wallace might earn the start, with Jared McCain and Isaiah Joe in line to see more work from the bench.

Williams (hamstring) is unlikely to play in Friday's Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals versus San Antonio, ESPN's Shams Charania reports.

Although Williams is listed as questionable, he's trending in the wrong direction. He continues to be bothered by a hamstring issue after tweaking it in Game 2. If he's unable to play, the Thunder will likely lean more on Isaiah Joe, Jared McCain and Ajay Mitchell.

Harper (hip) is a game-time call for Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals against the Thunder on Friday, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

Harper suffered the injury during Wednesday's Game 2 and is officially questionable to play, but the Spurs will re-evaluate his status following warmups. De'Aaron Fox (ankle) is also questionable for the Spurs, so the team could be shorthanded in the backcourt.

McCain had 12 points (4-14 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 1-2 FT), six rebounds, three assists and two steals in 26 minutes during Wednesday's 122-113 win over San Antonio in Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals.

While it wasn't the best night for McCain shooting the ball, he saw his largest workload of the postseason. If Jalen Williams (hamstring) is unable to play in Game 3, McCain could again be called upon to play a larger role on the wings.

Holmgren accumulated 13 points (5-10 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 3-4 FT), four rebounds and two assists over 27 minutes during Wednesday's 122-113 win over the Spurs in Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals.

Holmgren has the unenviable task of matching up with Victor Wembanyama, and the former's numbers have taken a hit in this series. Through two games, he's shooting a combined 7-for-17 from the field, averaging 10.5 points, 6.0 rebounds, 1.0 assists, 1.0 blocks and 0.5 steals in 34.0 minutes per contest.

Johnson posted 10 points (4-12 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 0-1 FT), five rebounds and one assist in 26 minutes during Wednesday's 122-113 loss to the Thunder in Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals.

The 2025-26 Sixth Man of the Year, Johnson has seen his minutes go down in the postseason. Through 13 playoff games, he's averaging 19.4 minutes per game with 8.5 points, 3.5 rebounds, 1.1 assists and 0.7 steals on 41.5 percent shooting from the field. De'Aaron Fox (ankle) and Dylan Harper (adductor) are questionable for Game 3, so Johnson could potentially be more involved.

Vassell notched 22 points (7-14 FG, 6-12 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, one assist and one block across 38 minutes during Wednesday's 122-113 loss to the Thunder in Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals.

Vassell was one of three Spurs to eclipse 20 points, joining Victor Wembanyama (21) and Stephon Castle (25). Vassell has been solid through 13 postseason appearances, posting averages of 13.2 points, 4.9 rebounds, 2.6 assists, 0.9 blocks and 1.2 steals.

Towns had 18 points (7-12 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 1-2 FT), 13 rebounds and one assist in 36 minutes during Thursday's 109-93 win over the Cavaliers in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Finals.

Towns pulled down a game-high 13 rebounds, recording his third straight double-double. Although he was relatively efficient from the floor, Towns' impact on the offensive end was somewhat muted when compared to his body of work throughout the playoffs. In his past 10 appearances, Towns has averaged 16.2 points, 11.0 rebounds, 6.6 assists, 1.3 three-pointers and 2.2 combined steals and blocks.