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Cavs and James Harden expected to finalize multiyear deal soon

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 10:00 PM

Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Cavs and James Harden expected to finalize multiyear deal soon
Summary

The Cleveland Cavaliers are preparing for a busy offseason, with a focus on negotiating a multiyear deal with James Harden. NBA insider Jake Fisher reports that Harden, who has a player option valued at $43.3 million for next season, is willing to agree on a lower annual salary for a longer contract. This arrangement could save the Cavaliers up to $10 million on their cap sheet, allowing them to maneuver financially while reworking their roster. Harden's performance this past season included averaging over 20 points and 7 assists per game.

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  • •Harden averaged 20.5 points and 7.7 assists in 26 regular-season games.
  • •The Cavaliers traded out of the first round to save money.
  • •Harden is reportedly seeking a longer deal with reduced annual value.
  • •He had a strong playoff performance, averaging 19.2 points per game.
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  • 10:00 PMYahoo Sports — NBA insider believes Cavs and James Harden should have ‘verbal agreement’ on multiyear deal soon
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The Cavs’ first significant move of the summer could be coming soon.

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