Harden’s Sacrifice Powers Cavs’ Big Move | Cleveland Cavaliers News

James Harden just locked in a three-year, $97 million deal with the Cleveland Cavaliers — a savvy move that lets him stay while giving the team flexibility to upgrade. By declining his $42M player option, Cleveland pulled off a sign-and-trade for Peyton Watson, a four-year, $88M star who instantly bolsters their roster. The trade also freed up cap space after losing Max Strus and Dennis Schroder. With Harden at PG, Donovan Mitchell at SG, Watson at SF, Evan Mobley at PF, and Jarrett Allen at C, this starting five is elite — and the Cavs are now serious Eastern Conference contenders after getting swept last year. 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/7a75d10664b437e0