James Harden's misdemeanor gun charge dismissed by Texas judge
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 8:34 PM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
A Texas judge dismissed a misdemeanor gun charge against James Harden on August 7, 2026. The Harris County Criminal Court Judge Alex Salgado made the ruling after the Harris County district attorney's office requested the charge be dropped. Harden had been arrested on June 13 after police found an unholstered handgun in his vehicle while he was at a hookah lounge with friends. He completed an alternative resolution program, allowing him to avoid a conviction. Harden has expressed a desire to stay with the Cleveland Cavaliers despite declining a $42.3 million option for the upcoming season.
- •Harden was arrested on June 13 in Houston.
- •The handgun was found in plain view in his vehicle.
- •He completed a community service program to resolve the charge.
- •Harden averaged 23.6 points per game last season.
- •He has expressed intent to remain with the Cavaliers.
- 8:34 PMYahoo Sports — James Harden’s misdemeanor gun charge dismissed by Texas judge
"James Harden had reportedly been inside a hookah lounge with friends before the early morning arrest
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