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James Harden agrees to 3-year, $97-million contract to remain with Cavaliers, AP sources say
Summary by The McAllen Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: JOE REEDY, Associated Press , as published by ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports
· August 20, 2026
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Key points The deal is reportedly worth $97 million over three years. The player option applies to the 2028-29 season.
A contract extension has been reached between James Harden and the Cleveland Cavaliers. The deal is reportedly worth $97 million over three years. People familiar with the situation provided this information, speaking anonymously as the agreement has not been officially announced.
Details of the contract include a player option and a trade kicker. The player option applies to the 2028-29 season. Further information about the contract is available from the source.
The terms of the agreement indicate that James Harden will remain with the Cleveland Cavaliers for the next three years, with the option to revisit his commitment in the final year.
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Published: August 20, 2026 ·
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