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Cavaliers superstar James Harden expected to request trade soon

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 12:48 AM

Last updated Aug 29, 2026

Cavaliers superstar James Harden expected to request trade soon

Summary

Cleveland Cavaliers star James Harden is anticipated to request a trade, according to ESPN's Summer Forecast. Harden, who recently signed a three-year, $97 million contract, received significant votes among superstars likely to seek trades. The Cavaliers have been proactive this offseason, acquiring Peyton Watson and looking to build around both Harden and Donovan Mitchell, who is younger than Harden. The situation surrounding Harden's future will be closely monitored as the team prepares for the upcoming 2026-27 season.

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•Harden signed a three-year, $97 million contract with the Cavaliers.
•He ranks fifth among players most likely to request a trade.
•Cleveland acquired Peyton Watson to strengthen their roster.
•Harden's trade request could affect team chemistry and playoff strategy.

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12:48 AMYahoo Sports — Cavaliers Get Bad News as Franchise Superstar Expected to Request a Trade

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Not too long ago, crickets could be heard in Cleveland. Then the Cavaliers shook awake, making multiple trades and locking in their superstar point guard for another three years. The Cavs have plenty to look forward to entering the 2026-27 season especially after landing Peyton Watson, the 23-year-old former Denver Nuggets star who has future […] The post Cavaliers Get Bad News as Franchise Superstar Expected to Request a Trade appeared first on HEAVY.
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