Key James Harden Contract Detail Emerges as Trade Rumors Heat Up
James Harden and the Los Angeles Clippers could be headed for a split as long as Harden doesn't veto any deals.
www.newsweek.comHere’s the latest I can confirm:
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James Harden re-signed with the Los Angeles Clippers on a two-year deal worth about $81.5 million, with the second year potentially containing a player option and partial guarantees. This agreement was reported around late June 2025, and it kept Harden with the Clippers beyond the 2024-25 season.[1][2]
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Prior reporting also indicated Harden declined his prior option to pursue a new deal with the Clippers, aligning long-term commitment with the team while preserving some roster flexibility for the future.[2][1]
Context and notes:
- The contract figures frequently cited around that period place the total around $81.5 million over two years, with the likelihood of a player option in the second year, matching typical construction of the Clippers’ offseason talks.[1][2]
- There were earlier reports in 2024 that Harden signed a two-year, roughly $70 million deal with the Clippers, with potential option mechanics for 2025-26, which would be superseded by the later 2025 agreement if accurate. If you want, I can verify the most current numbers and clarify any updated terms.[4]
Would you like me to pull the most up-to-date sources and summarize any subsequent developments (e.g., performance impact, roster moves around Harden’s contract), with direct citations?