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How Donovan Mitchell Reportedly Asked Cavaliers for James Harden Trade

The biggest trade in the Cavaliers' recent history went down on Tuesday night, as Cleveland sent two-time All-Star Darius Garland to the Los Angeles Clippers for 11-time All-Star and 2018 NBA MVP James Harden. The history dates back to when Cleveland traded for then Utah Jazz star Donovan Mitchell in September of 2022.

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NBA Legend Charles Barkley Delivers Verdict on LeBron James, Cavaliers Rumors

The Cleveland Cavaliers moved decisively at the deadline, acquiring James Harden to pair with Donovan Mitchell. Harden was traded from the Los Angeles Clippers to Cleveland in exchange for Darius Garland and a second-round pick, a deal confirmed by ESPN’s Shams Charania on February 2, 2026.

Donovan Mitchell News / HITC / February 4

How James Harden and Donovan Mitchell feel about playing together after Cavaliers trade

The Cleveland Cavaliers have taken a decisive step by bringing James Harden into the organisation. The move has naturally prompted discussion about how the former MVP will fit alongside Donovan Mitchell, one of the team’s central figures.

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20 NBA superstars who carried awful teams the farthest

Good players tend to succeed in the NBA. Sometimes, though, they find themselves in terrible situations but still find ways to over-achieve. These are the 20 players who carried the worst NBA teams.

LeBron James News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / February 4

Why the Cavaliers Are Unlikely To Pursue LeBron James Ahead of NBA Trade Deadline

Everyone knew the Cleveland Cavaliers were going to be one of the most active teams in the league ahead of the NBA’s trade deadline as they tried to save their season.

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The 'Most 50-point NBA games' quiz

In NBA history, 28 players have scored 50 points in a game on five or more occasions. How many can you name in five minutes?

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / February 4

Why the Cleveland Cavaliers are Considering Trading Jarrett Allen

The Cleveland Cavaliers have added another name to their list of potential players traded before Thursday's deadline. Late Wednesday evening, a blockbuster trade between Cleveland and Los Angeles took place that saw Darius Garland traded from Cleveland to LA in exchange for veteran James Harden.

NBA News / Yardbarker / February 4

Paul Pierce sounds off on Harden trade amid Clippers' surge

Paul Pierce sounds off on James Harden trade amid Clippers' surge

The former MVP got shipped to the Cleveland Cavaliers on Tuesday, ending a two-and-a-half season run in L.A.

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NBA News / Yardbarker / February 4

New Clippers guard Darius Garland already has connection with the franchise

Garland has been sent to the Clippers for James Harden, and the newest Clippers guard has an interesting connection with the franchise.

Cavaliers' high-risk trade for James Harden might not help them in the playoffs

Maxx Crosby makes feelings clear as Cavaliers land James Harden in major trade

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NBA News / Yardbarker / February 4

James Harden explains why he wanted a trade from Clippers

Harden's trade to the Cleveland Cavaliers on Tuesday came out of left field.

James Harden's non-guaranteed deal guaranteed he'd demand a trade

Maxx Crosby makes feelings clear as Cavaliers land James Harden in major trade

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NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / February 4

James Harden makes honest admission about Clippers trading him

James Harden spoke up Tuesday for the first time since news broke that he was being traded to the Cleveland Cavaliers. Harden was dealt to the Cavs after two-and-a-half seasons with the Los Angeles Clippers, in a move that saw the former MVP work in tandem with the Clippers’ brass to get a deal done.

James Harden reportedly had brutal reason for wanting a trade

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NBA News / Yardbarker / February 4

Crosby makes feelings clear as Cavs land Harden in major trade

Maxx Crosby makes feelings clear as Cavaliers land James Harden in major trade

Las Vegas Raiders star Maxx Crosby didn't waste any time commenting on the Harden trade.

Cavaliers' high-risk trade for James Harden might not help them in the playoffs

James Harden reportedly had brutal reason for wanting a trade

Stephen A. Smith reveals why James Harden leaving the Clippers isn't 'a mistake'

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NBA News / Last Word On Sports / February 3

Trade Grades: Cavaliers Swap Darius Garland For Clippers’ James Harden

The Cleveland Cavaliers and Los Angeles Clippers moved fast to seal a James Harden –Darius Garland trade. The Clippers will also receive a second-round pick.

Donovan Mitchell News / Total Pro Sports / February 4

Donovan Mitchell’s Unclear Future Puts Cavaliers in a Tough Spot

Before the start of the 2025-2026 NBA season, many pundits were high on the Cleveland Cavaliers’ chances to top the watered-down Eastern Conference. It’s safe to say that they haven’t capitalized on their opportunity.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Fear The Sword / February 3

Cavs are reportedly looking to make an additional trade

The Cleveland Cavaliers have made two trades in the last week. The most recent being the sizemic move that sent James Harden to Cleveland and Darius Garland to the Los Angeles Clippers.

NBA News / Last Word On Sports / February 3

Cavaliers Trade Darius Garland For Clippers’ James Harden

CLEVELAND — The LA Clippers and Cleveland Cavaliers have completed a trade centered on point guards James Harden and Darius Garland. The Clippers acquire Garland, a two-time NBA All-Star.