Dylan Harper

Updated on 6/26/25.  Written by Alan Lu.

Height: 6-6
Weight: 215
College: Rutgers
Classification: Freshman
Birthdate: 3/2/2006

2025 Top 100 Prospect Rank: 2
Projected Draft Range: Top 5
2025 NBA Draft: Round 1, Pick 2 by the San Antonio Spurs

Pros:

Good scorer off the dribble
Decent shooter
Excels at scoring on the move
Tremendous free throw generator
Solid playmaker
Fairly solid rebounder for his size
Good defender
Very good athlete

Cons:

Inconsistent long-range shooter
Can display spotty shot selection
Can tend to force the issue too much on offense
May be too ball dominant

Summary:

Dylan Harper is a very athletic, energetic swingman that could be a top 5 pick in the 2025 draft. He excels at slashing to the basket to score, and he also is a solid passer and defender. He’ll need to continue to improve his jump shot, but he could end up being a superstar in the NBA.

Links:
RealGM Profile
NBADraft.Net Profile

Games Scouted:
7/1/23 USA vs. France
4/2/24 2024 McDonald’s High School All-American Game
4/13/24 2024 Nike Hoop Summit
10/17/24 Rutgers vs. St. John’s
11/27/24 Rutgers vs. Alabama
1/6/25 Rutgers vs. Wisconsin
2/5/25 Rutgers vs. Illinois

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