What happened: Dylan Harper told ESPN's Stephen A. Smith that Jay-Z walked right past him before a game and he played it cool. "I acted like I didn't see him," Harper said, describing how he stayed nonchalant around the New York celebrities in attendance.

Why it matters: The anecdote is a window into how a young player handles the spotlight of a high-profile environment without letting the moment get too big. For the same Dylan Harper navigating his rookie season, projecting composure off the court tracks with the poise teams want to see on it.

What to watch: Watch whether Harper keeps that unbothered demeanor as the spotlight and celebrity attention grow around his games.