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Tobias Harris, the San Antonio Spurs' newest addition, will have to wait for his Spurs debut as he’s questionable with a strained left calf. He will miss the preseason and is questionable for the start of the regular season.
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San Antonio Spurs forward Tobias Harris will miss the preseason and is questionable for the start of the regular season after suffering a strained left calf during training camp.
Harris did not participate in the team’s annual intrasquad Silver & Black scrimmage on Sunday.
The 6-foot-8 power forward will be reevaluated following the team’s five-game preseason schedule.
Team officials said Harris is questionable for the regular-season opener against Oklahoma City on October 20.
Harris signed a two-year contract with San Antonio after spending the past two seasons with Detroit, where he averaged 13.3 points, 5.1 rebounds and 2.5 assists in 27.7 minutes last season.
Spurs Head Coach Mitch Johnson said the team would not rush the veteran forward back, adding there isn’t a cause for concern.
Julian Champagnie is expected to fill Harris’ shoes in the starting unit, after earning a big payday following his breakout season last year.
Key facts
- Tobias Harris has a strained left calf.
- He will miss the preseason.
- He is questionable for the regular-season opener.
- Julian Champagnie will fill his shoes in the starting unit.
Three perspectives
Neutral
The Spurs will have to adjust their lineup without Harris. The team's performance in the preseason will be closely watched. Harris' injury may impact the team's chances in the regular season.
Positive
The Spurs have a deep roster and can rely on other players to fill the gap left by Harris. Julian Champagnie's breakout season last year shows he can handle the responsibility.
Negative
Harris' injury is a significant blow to the Spurs, who were counting on him to provide size and versatility. The team's chances in the regular season may be impacted by his absence.
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