Dylan Harper Praises Mitch Johnson's Coaching Style
Spurs guard Dylan Harper says head coach Mitch Johnson understands players deeply, crediting his playing background and years under Gregg Popovich.
Dylan Harper, the Spurs' 20-year-old point guard, says head coach Mitch Johnson is the right fit for San Antonio because of how well he reads his players.
Johnson spent years on Gregg Popovich's staff in San Antonio before taking over as head coach. Harper made the same point about Popovich's own influence earlier this week, saying the veteran "knows me better than I know myself" after a strong run to the finals in his rookie season.
Harper's remarks suggest the Spurs' coaching setup, built around Popovich's long shadow and Johnson's day-to-day work with the roster, continues to shape how the young core sees its development heading into the new season.
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