James Harden agrees to 3-year, $97-million contract to remain with Cavaliers, AP sources say
Summary
James Harden agreed to stay with the Cleveland Cavaliers by signing a three-year contract worth $97 million. The deal includes an option for Harden to continue for the 2028-29 season and a trade clause.Key Facts
- Harden declined a $42.3 million player option for the next season before signing the new contract.
- The contract runs three years and is worth $97 million.
- Harden has played 17 seasons in the NBA and is entering his 18th.
- He joined the Cavaliers in February 2026 after a trade from the Los Angeles Clippers.
- Harden averaged 10.7 points per game in the regular season and 19.7 points per game in the playoffs with Cleveland.
- His turnovers increased during the playoffs, averaging 4.7 per game.
- The Cavaliers’ likely starting lineup includes Harden, Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley, Jarrett Allen, and Peyton Watson.
- Harden was arrested in June 2026 for carrying a weapon in a vehicle, but the charge was dropped after he completed a court program.
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