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Top NBA free-agent point guards Trae Young and James Harden face decisions

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Last updated Jun 9, 2026

Top NBA free-agent point guards Trae Young and James Harden face decisions
Summary

As the 2026 NBA offseason approaches, key point guards Trae Young and James Harden will weigh their free-agent options. Young, who has a $49 million player option with the Washington Wizards, is coming off an injury-plagued stint after being traded. Meanwhile, Harden's status with the Cleveland Cavaliers is also uncertain, as he has a $42.3 million player option. Both players are at critical junctures in their careers, with Young needing to decide on an extension and Harden possibly considering a short-term deal. CJ McCollum, Coby White, and Collin Gillespie are also poised to hit the market, further shaping the free-agent.

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  • •Trae Young has a $49 million player option with the Wizards.
  • •James Harden's player option is valued at $42.3 million with the Cavaliers.
  • •CJ McCollum is an unrestricted free agent after joining the Hawks.
  • •Coby White also becomes a free agent after his trade to the Hornets.
  • •Collin Gillespie is a high-volume shooter set to test free agency.
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  • 8:17 PMYahoo Sports — Top NBA free-agent point guards: Trae Young, James Harden could highlight the market in different situations
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Let's break down the top point guards in this year's free-agent market.

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