James Harden News, Rumors, Updates - Cleveland Cavaliers

3 things to watch in Raptors-Cavaliers Game 2 Raptors forward Brandon Ingram, Cavaliers guard James Harden and a big man battle will make an impact on Game 2 in Cleveland.

16 HOURS AGO • NBA.COM

Monday's NBA matchups: Raptors-Cavaliers, Hawks-Knicks and Timberwolves-Nuggets are set for Game 2s

There’s a cliche that gets unearthed at this time of year, without fail, reminding everyone that a playoff series doesn’t truly begin until one team wins on the other team’s home f...

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Cleveland takes 1-0 lead into game 2 against Toronto

The Cleveland Cavaliers host the Toronto Raptors in the Eastern Conference first round with a 1-0 lead in the series

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Donovan Mitchell reveals his dynamic with James Harden makes the Cavaliers tough to beat | Sporting News Donovan Mitchell and James Harden have impressive chemistry for the Cavs, which was palpable in Game 1 against the Raptors.

1 DAY AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

James Harden Speaks After Cavaliers Playoff Debut - Game 1 vs Raptors | April 18, 2026

1 DAY AGO • YOUTUBE

Double-double in Game 1 win Harden chipped in 22 points (8-18 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds, 10 assists and two steals across 33 minutes during Saturday's 126-113 win over Toronto in Game 1 of the first...

Impact It was the 39th playoff double-double of Harden's career. The veteran guard solidified the Cavaliers' backcourt after being acquired from the Clippers, averaging 20.5 points, 7.7 assists, 4.8 boards, 3.1 threes and 1.3 combined steals and blocks in 26 regular-season games for his new squad, and Harden seems very comfortable playing second fiddle to Donovan Mitchell in the Cleveland offense.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Cavaliers' Mitchell extends NBA-record streak of 30-point games to 9 in series openers

Donovan Mitchell has more support on the Cleveland Cavaliers roster going into this year’s postseason run

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

James Harden's impact on Cavaliers is enough to make fans shout with glee The Cleveland Cavaliers just got a glimpse of what life with James Harden could be like.

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Mitchell scores 32 as Cavaliers defeat Raptors 126-113 in Game 1 of East first-round series

Donovan Mitchell scored 32 points, Max Strus had 24 off the bench and the Cleveland Cavaliers defeated the Toronto Raptors 126-113 in Game 1 of their Eastern Conference first-round...

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

NBA Playoffs: Live Updates, Scores As Cavaliers vs. Raptors Tip Off First of Four Saturday Games Donovan Mitchell, James Harden and Cleveland face an excellent Toronto defense as the NBA playoffs begin on Saturday afternoon.

2 DAYS AGO • SI.COM

James Harden admits the Cavaliers are not overlooking the Raptors in the Playoffs | Sporting News The Cavaliers are set for a big-time matchup against the Raptors, and they respect what the Raptors can bring in the Playoffs.

2 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

"15 shots and a power nap" - Robert Covington reveals how James Harden partied all night in Houston and still scored 60 points Robert Convington shares how James Harden would party till late at night, but it never came in the way of his performances, especially when...

2 DAYS AGO • BASKETBALLNETWORK.NET

James Harden has the most to lose in the NBA Playoffs, according to Nick Wright 😅

2 DAYS AGO • FOX SPORTS

All eyes on James Harden, Kevin Durant and Nick Wright during NBA playoffs 😅 will Knicks get the job done? | First Things First

2 DAYS AGO • FOX SPORTS

Kevin Durant, LeBron James meet in playoffs for 4th time when Rockets visit short-handed Lakers

LeBron James and Kevin Durant have faced each other in the playoffs three times, and the superstar with the superior supporting cast won a championship every time

2 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Ready for Game 1 Harden (rest) is off the injury report for Game 1 on Saturday versus Toronto.

Impact Harden sat out Sunday's regular-season finale against Washington, but he's ready to roll for the start of the playoffs. After joining the Cavaliers ahead of the trade deadline, the star guard averaged 20.5 points, 7.7 assists and 4.8 rebounds in 33.8 minutes per contest over 26 games.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Cavaliers, bolstered by Harden trade, are a different team than Raptors last faced 5 months ago

The Cleveland Cavaliers last faced the Toronto Raptors on Nov. 24

2 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Cavaliers receive huge free agency update regarding superstar James Harden ahead of 2026 NBA Playoffs | Sporting News This might be their last shot for a championship.

3 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

James Harden reveals the value of potentially winning a championship with the Cavaliers | Sporting News James Harden still wants to win a championship, and this shot with the Cavaliers might be his best chance since his Rockets days.

3 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Barnes and the Raptors visit Cleveland to begin playoffs

The Cleveland Cavaliers host the Toronto Raptors to open the Eastern Conference first round

3 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Donovan Mitchell reveals why James Harden gives Cavs best NBA championship shot | Sporting News Donovan Mitchell posits that James Harden has been the missing key to what could be the Cavs winning the NBA championship.

3 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

NBA East playoff preview capsules: Pistons-Magic, Celtics-76ers, Knicks-Hawks, Cavaliers-Raptors

The NBA playoffs begin Saturday

3 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

James Harden chases a long-awaited ring as Cavaliers open the playoffs vs Raptors

James Harden has amassed many accomplishments during his career, which will likely include a place in the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame

3 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

One stat quietly flips the entire James Harden narrative on its head James Harden has a long history of postseason shortcomings, but the actual numbers aren't as bad as the fans make it seem.

3 DAYS AGO • KINGJAMESGOSPEL.COM

Cavaliers superstar James Harden predicted to opt-out of current deal, receive $65 million contract update | Sporting News This is actually good news for the Cavs.

4 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

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Monday's NBA matchups: Raptors-Cavaliers, Hawks-Knicks and Timberwolves-Nuggets are set for Game 2s

Cleveland takes 1-0 lead into game 2 against Toronto

Cavaliers' Mitchell extends NBA-record streak of 30-point games to 9 in series openers

Mitchell scores 32 as Cavaliers defeat Raptors 126-113 in Game 1 of East first-round series

James Harden has the most to lose in the NBA Playoffs, according to Nick Wright 😅

All eyes on James Harden, Kevin Durant and Nick Wright during NBA playoffs 😅 will Knicks get the job done? | First Things First

Kevin Durant, LeBron James meet in playoffs for 4th time when Rockets visit short-handed Lakers

Cavaliers, bolstered by Harden trade, are a different team than Raptors last faced 5 months ago

Barnes and the Raptors visit Cleveland to begin playoffs

NBA East playoff preview capsules: Pistons-Magic, Celtics-76ers, Knicks-Hawks, Cavaliers-Raptors

James Harden chases a long-awaited ring as Cavaliers open the playoffs vs Raptors