Sport|BasketballJames Harden traded from Clippers to Cavaliers for Darius Garland: ReportsHarden, an 11-time All-Star, was traded for the fifth time in his career after two and a half seasons at the LA Clippers.
## Trade Agreement Between Cavaliers and Clippers
Trade Agreement Between Cavaliers and Clippers
The Cleveland Cavaliers and Los Angeles Clippers have completed a trade involving James Harden, who will join the Cavaliers. In exchange, Darius Garland and a second-round draft pick will move to the Clippers. This transaction was confirmed on Tue, Jan 30, 2026.
James Harden's Current Performance and Contract
James Harden, a former NBA MVP and three-time scoring champion, is currently averaging 25.4 points, 8.1 assists, and 4.8 rebounds over 44 games this season, marking his 17th year in the NBA. Harden's contract stipulates that he must approve any trade due to his current season-only commitment. His two-year, $81.5 million contract includes a player option for the second year, which is not fully guaranteed.
Darius Garland, aged 26, has been out of action since January 14 due to a Grade 1 right toe sprain. This season, he has averaged 18.0 points and 6.9 assists across 26 games. Garland is in the third year of a five-year, $197.2 million contract.
The Cleveland Cavaliers and Los Angeles Clippers have completed a trade involving James Harden, who will join the Cavaliers.
The Cleveland Cavaliers, with a record of 30-21, are currently competing in the Eastern Conference and are one of the teams aiming for higher standings. This strategic move is seen as a significant enhancement to their roster. Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Clippers, holding a 23-26 record, are in ninth place in the Western Conference and are in play-in contention.
The NBA trade deadline is set for Thursday at 3pm ET (20:00 GMT).
Harden, centre, is averaging 25.4 points per game this season, his highest scoring clip since 2020-21.
Based on reporting by Al Jazeera.
