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Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Wire / September 17
Cavs’ Peyton Watson: ‘Very flattering’ to be recruited by James Harden
James Harden did more than wait for the Cavaliers to improve their roster. He helped them do it. Peyton Watson said Harden contacted him during his restricted free agency and made it clear that Cleveland wanted him.
NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / September 16
Isaiah Thomas warns NBA prospects to stop copying Luka Doncic and James Harden, ‘nobody playing like that…’
Luka Doncic and James Harden are two of the best individual players in the NBA. But are they the best role models to follow? One former star says no… Former Boston Celtics player Isaiah Thomas has sent a message to aspiring basketball stars – Don’t try and be like Luka Doncic and James Harden.
‘Over James Harden’s MVP’ – NBA champion places Andre Iguodala’s 2015 Finals MVP award over regular season honour
Andre Iguodala’s 2015 Finals MVP trophy has once again become a topic of conversation, this time due to a comment made by Tracy McGrady. “The MVP of the regular season has more weight than a championship,” said McGrady on Cousins with Vince Carter & Tracy McGrady podcast.
The 'NBA Playoff scoring record by team' quiz
How many of the players to rack up the most points in one playoff run for each NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Wire / September 9
ESPN gives Cavs’ offseason a B, wonders if full year of James Harden changes everything
ESPN has released its early Cavaliers season preview, which is always useful to read and almost never useful in predicting what will actually happen. ESPN probably knows this, too.
The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time
The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / September 9
NBA Notes: Cavs, James Harden, Grizzlies, Jordan Hawkins, Dalano Banton
The Cavaliers got James Harden‘s new contract under the wire. Barely. Harden’s three-year deal with Cleveland begins at $30,647,619 and is worth $96.54 million overall, according to Bobby Marks of ESPN and Sports Business Classroom.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 9
Donovan Mitchell praises Nets rookie Mikel Brown Jr. with James Harden comparison
Fresh off two tanking seasons, the Brooklyn Nets are hoping Mikel Brown Jr. can help turn their fortunes in the coming years. Cleveland Cavaliers star Donovan Mitchell feels the Nets made a smart bet with the No.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Rumors / September 9
Contract/Trade Details: Harden Deal, Grizzlies’ Picks
James Harden’s new three-year contract with the Cavaliers includes a starting salary of $30,647,619, according to Bobby Marks of ESPN and Sports Business Classroom.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 8
Cavs’ James Harden drops simple response to contract announcement
The Cleveland Cavaliers on Tuesday announced they officially re-signed James Harden to a three-year, $97 million contract extension, ending what had been a complicated matter in free agency.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Rumors / September 8
Cavaliers Officially Re-Sign James Harden
Over 10 weeks after he declined his 2025/26 player option and nearly three weeks after he agreed to re-sign with the Cavaliers, guard James Harden has officially finalized his new deal with the team, according to a press release.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Wire / September 8
Cavs officially re-sign James Harden to multiyear contract
James Harden is officially back with the Cavaliers. Finally. The Cavs announced Tuesday that they have re-signed Harden to a multi-year contract, completing a deal that had been agreed upon nearly three weeks ago.
The 25 best NBA players to never play in college
Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Wire / September 7
James Harden still waiting for Cavs contract to become official
James Harden agreed to return to the Cavaliers nearly three weeks ago. He still hasn’t officially signed. At this point, there isn’t much mystery about why.
‘A real fan’ – James Harden links up with Arsenal defender after PL win over rivals Chelsea
Cleveland Cavaliers point guard James Harden attended Arsenal’s 2-1 win over city rivals Chelsea at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday. Harden’s long 2026 free agency ended at the end of August when he re-signed with the Cavaliers for $97 million.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Wire / September 2
James Harden already showing Cavs some of what they need from him
James Harden is back with the Cavaliers. More importantly, he seems pretty invested in making this thing work. Our friend Spencer Davies made that point in a recent piece for Roundtable, noting that Harden gathered several Cavs teammates for workouts in Arizona this offseason.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Wire / August 29
For James Harden, Donovan Mitchell and Cavs, the introduction is over
James Harden and Donovan Mitchell know how to score. They’ve each been doing it for a very long time. What remains to be seen is whether the two can become something more than a pair of very talented guards sharing the same backcourt.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Field Level Media / August 20
Report: James Harden agrees to 3-year, $97M deal with Cavaliers
Former NBA MVP and 11-time All-Star guard James Harden has agreed to a new three-year, $97 million contract to return to the Cleveland Cavaliers, his agents told ESPN on Thursday.
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 20
James Harden makes expected decision after Cavaliers lose LeBron James sweepstakes to 76ers
The Cavaliers acquired Harden this past February as a championship-or-bust move.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Larry Brown Sports / August 20
James Harden’s future with the Cavaliers gets an update after a major twist
The Cleveland Cavaliers pulled off a massive trade that shook up their roster on Wednesday, acquiring forward Peyton Watson from the Denver Nuggets via a sign-and-trade transaction that also involved three other teams. With Watson secured, the Cavs are said to be finally turning their focus to James Harden’s future with the team.
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 14
Bradley Beal's return to Clippers is another failed veteran opt-out
A number of former All-Stars opted out of their contracts for 2026-27 to give their teams more flexibility to make moves. Across the board, that extra flexibility has led nowhere.
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 13
The top 25 NBA players of the past five years: 20-16
Part two of YardBarker’s Top 25 NBA players of the past 25 years is here.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Rumors / August 7
Judge Dismisses James Harden’s Misdemeanor Gun Charge
A misdemeanor charge filed against NBA guard James Harden for unlawfully carrying a weapon in Texas has been dismissed, reports John Hanna of The Associated Press.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Larry Brown Sports / August 7
Major update emerges on James Harden’s weapons case
James Harden will definitely be sleeping well tonight. Officials have formally dropped the misdemeanor weapons charge that the former NBA MVP Harden was facing stemming from his arrest earlier this summer.
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 9
LeBron James' free-agency decision is holding up another All-Star signing
Once again, all eyes in the NBA are set on LeBron James and the delay in his decision is holding up some other deals.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Yardbarker / June 29
James Harden reportedly reaches decision on his Cavaliers future
Harden has only been with the Cleveland Cavaliers for a partial season since he came to the team via a blockbuster trade from the Los Angeles Clippers in February.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Yardbarker / June 13
Cavaliers guard James Harden arrested in Houston
Harden was arrested Saturday and charged with a misdemeanor unlawful carrying a weapon.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Yardbarker / June 14
James Harden arrest comes at worst possible time for veteran guard
Before a looming decision on his 2026-27 player option, Harden has a more immediate concern.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Yardbarker / May 28
Another playoff flop further complicates James Harden's legacy
James Harden and the Cleveland Cavaliers were swept by the New York Knicks in the Eastern Conference Finals, with Harden once again failing to carry his stellar regular-season play into the postseason.
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