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Why the Cleveland Cavaliers Traded Away Darius Garland

The one big trade that was rumoured all of Tuesday finally went through as the Cavaliers traded for James Harden from the Los Angeles Clippers. In exchange,

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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?

James Harden News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Most 25-PPG NBA seasons' quiz

How many of the 37 players in NBA history to average at least 25 points-per-game in at least five seasons can you name in six minutes?

The 'Most 30-point, 10-assist NBA games' quiz

The 'Multiple NBA scoring title winners' quiz

The 'NBA all-time assists leaders' quiz

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.

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James Harden-Darius Garland trade grades: Clippers clearly come out ahead of Cavaliers in All-Star swap · CBSSports.com

Cavaliers-Clippers swap stars: Grading both sides of James Harden-Darius Garland trade · ESPN

Clippers trade James Harden to Cavaliers for Darius Garland: Why L.A. and Cleveland agreed to blockbuster · CBSSports.com

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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.

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.

James Harden explains why he wanted a trade from Clippers

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

The 25 most notable NBA first-round draft mistakes

The 'Multiple NBA scoring title winners' quiz

Darius Garland 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

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

The 'Most 25-PPG NBA seasons' quiz

James Harden 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

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

The 25 most notable NBA first-round draft mistakes

The 'Multiple NBA scoring title winners' quiz

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

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

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

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

The 25 most notable NBA first-round draft mistakes

The 'Most 25-PPG NBA seasons' quiz

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'

The 25 most notable NBA first-round draft mistakes

The 'Most 25-PPG NBA seasons' quiz

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The 'Skill-position Pro-Bowlers' quiz

The 'Super Bowl starting QBs' quiz

The 'Super Bowl host cities' quiz

The 'Most TD in first two NFL seasons' quiz

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.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Fear The Sword / February 3

Cavs Trade Grade: Cleveland exchanges future security for James Harden

The Cleveland Cavaliers made their most surprising trade in franchise history. They sent out their 26-year-old All-Star point guard for someone who’s more accomplished and 10 years his senior in James Harden.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / February 3

Clippers trade James Harden to Cavaliers in blockbuster deal

The Cleveland Cavaliers swung for the fences Tuesday to land James Harden before the trade deadline.

James Harden reportedly had brutal reason for wanting a trade

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

Grizzlies get huge haul for blowing up their team with Jaren Jackson Jr. blockbuster

Big update emerges on LeBron James' status for the trade deadline

Bulls make 'pre-agency' push with deadline deals

Warriors have involved Draymond Green in active trade talks

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / February 3

Ranking the Cleveland Cavaliers’ 2026 Blockbuster Trade Targets Ahead of the Deadline

The Cleveland Cavaliers have popped up in numerous trade discussions as the 2026 deadline approaches. On the evening of Monday, Feb. 2, the Cavaliers were reportedly deep in talks with the Los Angeles Clippers on a potential swap involving guards Darius Garland and James Harden.