Harden Signs $97M Cavs Deal | Cleveland Cavaliers News

James Harden just signed a massive three-year, $97 million deal with the Cleveland Cavaliers, joining elite company with over $500 million in career earnings. Averaging $32M annually, this contract includes a player option and a trade kicker — a 15% salary bump if traded — giving him financial protection. Returning to Cleveland after a strong stint, he’ll now team up with Donovan Mitchell and Jarrett Allen as the Cavs rebuild around their core. This move reshapes the league and cements Harden’s legacy as one of basketball’s biggest earners and most impactful players. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/4f6ffa704c08a015