#1PG · Cleveland Cavaliers
Height
6'5"
Weight
220 lbs
Age
36
College
Arizona State
Experience
16 yrs
Wingspan
6'10.8"
Reach
8'7.5"
Grade this player:
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| Career |  | 1221 | 23.6 | 4.8 | 8.0 | 1.1 | 0.4 | 43.4% | 36.4% | 86.3% |
| 2025-26 | | 70 | 23.6 | 4.8 | 8.0 | 1.1 | 0.4 | 43.4% | 37.5% | 88.4% |
| 2024-25 |  | 79 | 22.8 | 5.8 | 8.7 | 1.5 | 0.7 | 41.0% | 35.2% | 87.4% |
| 2023-24 | | 72 | 16.6 | 5.1 | 8.5 | 1.1 | 0.8 | 42.8% | 38.1% | 87.8% |
| 2022-23 |  | 58 | 21.0 | 6.1 | 10.7 | 1.2 | 0.5 | 44.1% | 38.5% | 86.7% |
| 2021-22 | | 65 | 22.0 | 7.7 | 10.3 | 1.3 | 0.6 | 41.0% | 33.0% | 87.7% |
| 2020-21 |  | 44 | 24.6 | 7.9 | 10.8 | 1.2 | 0.8 | 46.6% | 36.2% | 86.1% |
| 2019-20 |  | 68 | 34.3 | 6.6 | 7.5 | 1.8 | 0.9 | 44.4% | 35.5% | 86.5% |
| 2018-19 | | 78 | 36.1 | 6.6 | 7.5 | 2.0 | 0.7 | 44.2% | 36.8% | 87.9% |
| 2017-18 | | 72 | 30.4 | 5.4 | 8.8 | 1.8 | 0.7 | 44.9% | 36.7% | 85.8% |
| 2016-17 | | 81 | 29.1 | 8.1 | 11.2 | 1.5 | 0.5 | 44.0% | 34.7% | 84.7% |
| 2015-16 | | 82 | 29.0 | 6.1 | 7.5 | 1.7 | 0.6 | 43.9% | 35.9% | 86.0% |
| 2014-15 | | 81 | 27.4 | 5.7 | 7.0 | 1.9 | 0.7 | 44.0% | 37.5% | 86.8% |
| 2013-14 | | 73 | 25.4 | 4.7 | 6.1 | 1.6 | 0.4 | 45.6% | 36.6% | 86.6% |
| 2012-13 | | 78 | 25.9 | 4.9 | 5.8 | 1.8 | 0.5 | 43.8% | 36.8% | 85.1% |
| 2011-12 |  | 62 | 16.8 | 4.1 | 3.7 | 1.0 | 0.2 | 49.1% | 39.0% | 84.6% |
| 2010-11 | | 82 | 12.2 | 3.1 | 2.1 | 1.1 | 0.3 | 43.6% | 34.9% | 84.3% |
| 2009-10 | | 76 | 9.9 | 3.2 | 1.8 | 1.1 | 0.3 | 40.3% | 37.5% | 80.8% |
| Date | OPP | Result | MIN | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | FG | 3PT | +/- |
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| Tue, 5/5 | @ DET | L 101-111 | 35 | 22 | 8 | 7 | 1 | 2 | 6-15 | 1-7 | -7 |
| Sun, 5/3 | vs TOR | W 114-102 | 37 | 18 | 6 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 3-9 | 1-5 | +5 |
| Fri, 5/1 | @ TOR | L 110-112 | 44 | 16 | 9 | 9 | 2 | 1 | 5-14 | 1-4 | +11 |
| Wed, 4/29 | vs TOR | W 125-120 | 40 | 23 | 9 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 7-13 | 4-8 | +10 |
| Sun, 4/26 | @ TOR | L 89-93 | 37 | 19 | 2 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 6-14 | 2-6 | +1 |
| Fri, 4/24 | @ TOR | L 104-126 | 33 | 18 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 5-13 | 3-10 | -17 |
| Mon, 4/20 | vs TOR | W 115-105 | 35 | 28 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 1 | 9-14 | 3-8 | +14 |
| Sat, 4/18 | vs TOR | W 126-113 | 33 | 22 | 2 | 10 | 2 | 0 | 8-18 | 4-7 | +6 |
| Fri, 4/10 | @ ATL | L 102-124 | 25 | 20 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 6-13 | 2-6 | -34 |
| Wed, 4/8 | vs ATL | W 122-116 | 34 | 21 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 6-23 | 4-10 | +1 |
Length
2 years
Total Value
$81.5M
Guaranteed
$81.8M
AAV
$39.2M/yr
James Harden's contract with the Cleveland Cavaliers grades as a B CVI — the team is getting good return on this investment relative to other point guards around the league. James's on-court production grades out in the upper tier of NBA point guards, grading him as an elite performer at the position. As a max contract, James's salary is capped by the CBA — meaning the CVI reflects whether production justifies the highest possible investment a team can make in a single player. The production-to-cost ratio is favorable — solid output at a reasonable price point represents good asset management. At 36, the aging curve is the biggest risk factor on this contract — the window for peak production is closing. The 2-year deal keeps the commitment short, giving the team financial flexibility to move on if performance drops.
James Harden is playing at an elite level this season, earning an A Performance grade. Among NBA point guards, he's producing at an All-Star or All-NBA caliber. He's averaging 23.6 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 8.0 assists through 1221 games — carrying a significant offensive load. James's strongest area is APG at 8.0, which compares favorably to the point guard median of 4.0. The biggest area for growth is FG% at 43.4 (point guard median: 46.0). Among 93 NBA point guards graded this season, James ranks 4th. James is a cornerstone of the Cleveland Cavaliers' roster and is performing at a level that warrants his place among the league's best.
James Harden remains a respected veteran star delivering A-level performance at age 35. Media discusses his pivotal role solving Cleveland's frontcourt needs, indicating continued relevance. His 16-year pedigree and $40.9M contract reflect franchise confidence in his abilities. Headlines focus on lineup construction rather than performance criticism, showing positive regard. Elite production grade outweighs typical media negativity bias surrounding aging superstars.
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