Fil-Am Dylan Harper emerges as NBA’s most efficient rim finisher
Piercing through defenses and finishing at an unprecedented rate, Filipino American Dylan Harper has quickly become the NBA’s most efficient scorer around the rim at the early stages of the 2026–27 season.
The San Antonio Spurs sophomore is converting more than 83 percent of his attempts at the basket, leading the league in rim efficiency while helping the team extend its winning streak to 10 games.
Harper’s breakout season comes as he embraces a larger role in San Antonio’s rotation. After moving into a full-time starting spot in the Spurs’ three-guard lineup, the 20-year-old has used his 6-foot-5, 215-pound frame to overpower defenders, attack closeouts, and finish through contact.
Best FG% In The Restricted Area For The 2026-27 NBA Regular Season (Min. 40 FGA): 1. Dylan Harper — 77.6% 2. Pascal Siakam — 76.7% 2. Victor Wembanyama — 76.7% 4. Walker Kessler — 76.3% 5. Domantas Sabonis — 75.6% 6. Anthony Davis — 75.0% 6. Jalen Johnson — 75.0% 8. Bam Adebayo — 73.8% 9. Jarrett Allen — 72.7% 9. Moussa Diabate — 72.7%
— Stat Defender (@statdefender) November 9, 2026
According to tracking data shared by Stat Defender on X, the guard currently leads all NBA players in field goal percentage at the rim with 83.8 percent, while shooting 83.0 percent on attempts within three feet of the basket.
His dominance has also been reflected in restricted-area numbers. Among players with at least 40 attempts, Harper ranks first in restricted-area shooting at 77.6 percent, ahead of established players such as Pascal Siakam, Spurs teammate Victor Wembanyama, and Walker Kessler.
Beyond his scoring ability, Harper has also expanded his role as a facilitator for the Spurs. In San Antonio’s 124–119 comeback win over the Chicago Bulls on November 11, he recorded his first career regular-season double-double with 18 points, 10 assists, six rebounds and four steals without a turnover.
The sophomore guard’s improved production has strengthened a Spurs lineup featuring All-Star big man Victor Wembanyama and veteran guard De’Aaron Fox.
