Fil-Am Dylan Harper talks getting drafted No. 2 by the Spurs in 2025 NBA Draft. Mom is Filipina from Bataan!

Dylan Harper joins Monica McNutt to react to getting drafted No. 2 overall by the San Antonio Spurs in the 2025 NBA Draft.

Per ESPNW, Dylan Harper’s Mom and her thoughts on him being drafted

Per ESPNW, Dylan Harper’s Mom and her thoughts on him being drafted pic.twitter.com/d1M6GeVvV4

— BigRichMagic (@BigRichMagic) June 26, 2025

Everyone knows Dylan Harper’s dad was an NBA star What most probably don’t know is his mom, Maria, was the one who has coached him for the majority of his life

Everyone knows Dylan Harper’s dad was an NBA star

What most probably don’t know is his mom, Maria, was the one who has coached him for the majority of his life

Great family, great people, and Dylan Harper is a great player

(Via @JSZ_Sports 🎥)

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— Hoop Herald (@TheHoopHerald) June 26, 2025

Yes — Maria Harper (née Pizarro) is 100% Filipino. She was born in Bataan, Philippines, and immigrated to the U.S. at age 7.

Here’s a closer look at her background:

• Former Division I basketball player — Maria played for the University of New Orleans from 1993 to 1996. She was known for her tenacious defense and team-oriented style.

• Filipino‑American upbringing — Born in the Philippines (Bataan), she moved to the U.S. around age 7 and later grew up in New Jersey.

• Longtime coach and mentor — Maria began coaching soon after college, spending nearly 30 years in the profession. She initially coached girls’ teams in New Jersey, ran an AAU program, and later served as an assistant coach at DePaul Catholic High School and Don Bosco Prep — the same school where Dylan played.

• Instrumental in Dylan’s development — From elementary school through high school, she was Dylan’s first and most influential coach. He’s been outspoken about how her guidance shaped his game and work ethic.

• On draft night — During the 2025 NBA Draft, Maria accompanied Dylan to the stage when he was selected second overall by the San Antonio Spurs. She received glowing attention for her emotional presence and strong appearance.

• Personal life — She and former NBA player Ron Harper Sr. married in 2005, had three children (Ron Jr., Dylan, and Mia), and divorced in 2012.