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James Harden agrees to three-year $97m Cavaliers deal
By The BriefBrief · Sources (2)
Filed: Aug 20, 2026 at 4:00 PM ET
Summary: James Harden has agreed to a three-year, $97 million contract with the Cleveland Cavaliers, according to a report. Harden previously declined a $42.3 million player option as he sought a multi-year deal.
WHO: James Harden; Cleveland Cavaliers
WHAT: Agreed to a three-year, $97 million contract with the Cleveland Cavaliers
WHEN: Aug 19, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET
WHERE: Cleveland, Ohio, USA
WHY: Harden previously declined a $42.3 million player option to secure a multi-year deal.
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