If Harper lives up to his potential, he can sign an extension with the Spurs that counts up to 25 percent of the $141-million salary cap. If he becomes a truly elite player — i.e., capable of landing on an all-NBA team during his first four years in the league — he can sign one that reaches 30 percent of the cap.

Jun 25, 2025; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Dylan Harper embraces NBA commissioner Adam Silver after being selected as the second pick by the San Antonio Spurs in the first round of the 2025 NBA Draft at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images | Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Rutgers University is in full celebration mode after two of its players were taken in the first five picks of the NBA Draft on Wednesday night.