James Harden

CLEVELAND, OHIO - MARCH 08: James Harden #1 of the Cleveland Cavaliers drives to the basket around Baylor Scheierman #55 of the Boston Celtics during the fourth quarter at Rocket Arena on March 08, 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Celtics defeated the Cavaliers 109-98. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images) | Ge...

Cleveland Cavaliers star Donovan Mitchell fired back at the narratives surrounding teammate James Harden's lack of a championship heading into the 2026-27 season.

CLEVELAND, OHIO - APRIL 08: Evan Mobley #4 celebrates with James Harden #1 of the Cleveland Cavaliers during player introductions before the game against the Atlanta Hawks at Rocket Arena on April 08, 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Cleveland Cavaliers had o...

James Harden and Jarrett Allen have played together for only part of a season. That may be good news for the Cavaliers and bad news for anyone assigned to defend their pick-and-roll. Allen averaged 15.4 points and 8.5 rebounds last season, which sounds like the Allen we’ve come to know and love. But after the […] The post Cavs’ Jarrett Allen may have another gear alongside James Harden appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Cavaliers James Harden sounds impressed with Mario Hezonja, and the Cavs could use what their new forward brings. “He brings something to our team that we didn’t have,” Harden said, according to comments reported by Marca and relayed by Zach Weiss of Cavs On SI. Harden praised Hezonja’s strength and ability to shoot, pass and […] The post NBA Notes: Cavs, James Harden, Clippers, Gradey Dick, Nets appeared first on Hoops Wire.

The Los Angeles Clippers are officially entering a new era. The team has hinted at a rebuild for years. In 2024, they let Paul George walk in free agency, and both Ivica Zubac and James Harden were traded away last season. The lone remaining piece of the puzzle departed when Kawhi Leonard was shipped to […] The post 1 Clippers player in danger of losing starting job in 2026-27 training camp appeared first on ClutchPoints.

CLEVELAND, OH - SEPTEMBER 28: James Harden #1 of the Cleveland Cavaliers poses for a portrait during NBA media day on September 28, 2026 at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland, Ohio. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Lauren Leigh Bacho/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Ima...

James Harden has an MVP award, 11 All-Star appearances and more than 28,000 career points. Evan Mobley has discovered something else about him: He’s pretty normal. Mobley was asked Friday in Spain what it’s been like playing alongside Harden, and admitted there’s still something surreal about sharing a locker room with someone he grew up watching. […] The post Evan Mobley says James Harden isn’t trying to ‘big-time anyone’ with Cavs appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Former NBA head coach Mike D’Antoni pushed back against the notion that Cleveland Cavaliers star James Harden is “done” as the veteran guard prepares for his first full season with the organization. D’Antoni, who coached Harden during some of his most productive seasons with the Houston Rockets, remains confident that the 37-year-old can perform at […] The post Mike D’Antoni fires back at notion Cavaliers’ James Harden is ‘done’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

It may have seemed surprising that Bradley Beal chose to re-sign with the Clippers this summer. Gone are Ivica Zubac, James Harden and Kawhi Leonard, as well as any chance...

It may have seemed surprising that Bradley Beal chose to re-sign with the Clippers this summer. Gone are Ivica Zubac, James Harden and Kawhi Leonard, as well as any chance to compete. The Clippers were embroiled in the salary cup circumvention scandal, which led to them being stripped of five first-round draft picks, the franchise...

BOSTON — The LA Clippers are entering a transitional period for the franchise. After trading away superstar Kawhi Leonard, the longest tenured player in Ivica Zubac, and James Harden, the Clippers are looking to Darius Garland to usher them into the future. Before he kicked off training camp for the first time with his new […] The post Exclusive: Darius Garland determined to lead Clippers, talks New Balance, Russell Westbrook appeared first on ClutchPoints.

James Harden is in Spain with the Cavaliers. Apparently, he wouldn’t mind playing there, either. Harden told Spanish outlet Cadena SER after Cleveland’s first training-camp practice Wednesday that he would “love” to play in Spain someday, though the 37-year-old made clear his immediate priority remains trying to win an NBA championship with the Cavs. Harden […] The post James Harden says he’d ‘love’ to play in Spain someday appeared first on Hoops Wire.

CLEVELAND, OHIO - SEPTEMBER 28: (L-R) Evan Mobley #4, Donovan Mitchell #45, James Harden #1 and Jarrett Allen #31 of the Cleveland Cavaliers laugh during Cleveland Cavaliers Media Day at Rocket Arena on September 28, 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Nick Cammett/Getty Images) | Getty Images CLEVELAND — M...

Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen talked to Fadeaway World on his outlook on the Cavs' winning the NBA title, Donovan Mitchell's loyalty and James Harden's chemistry with the team.

ESPN released a list of “things we’re watching” now that NBA training camps have begun. For the Cavaliers, that means are all eyes are on you, Mr. Peyton Watson. While nothing has been determined, per coach Kenny Atkinson, many suspect Watson will be the fifth starter, alongside Donovan Mitchell, James Harden, Evan Mobley and Jarrett […] The post Peyton Watson viewed as guy who can push Cavs ‘over the edge’ appeared first on Hoops Wire.

James Harden is starting to dispel a narrative that has followed him around throughout his career.

Can the Cavs’ stars click at the same time? Can the Cavs get all of their stars — Mitchell, Harden, Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen — clicking at the same time in the playoffs? Mobley was perhaps the most maligned Cavs player during the regular season. He told reporters Monday that he spent a lot of time during the offseason working on his offensive game. Health always plays a factor. But unfamiliarity is no longer an excuse. A nugget from Denver Cleveland retained its four core players as well...

Chris Finch noticed an interesting pattern when teams built their rosters around playmakers like Luka Doncic, Trae Young, or James Harden.