Tag: James Harden

Harden nears top-10 all-time scoring as he reflects on “life-changing” rise from sixth man

James Harden
December 2025

James Harden is on the brink of entering the NBA’s all-time top-10 scoring list and calls the achievement “like a dream come true”, recounting his journey from Oklahoma City sixth man to offensive centrepiece whose step-back three and foul-drawing mastery defined a modern scoring era. Harden credits his Houston years under Mike D’Antoni’s free-flowing system for unlocking his peak, while admitting he might have a ring had he stayed in OKC. He says limited athleticism forced him to perfect skill-based scoring, and at 36 he still believes he can climb higher on the list.

Major Moves Headline 2025 NBA Free Agency Frenzy

Myles Turner, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jaren Jackson Jr., James Harden, LeBron James
August 2025

NBA free agency has opened with major signings including Myles Turner joining the Bucks, Harden re-signing with the Clippers, and max deals for SGA and JJJ. LeBron opted into a $52.6M deal with the Lakers. Turner leaves Indiana for Milwaukee after their East Finals run. Harden stays in LA on a two-year deal, while OKC and Memphis lock in their stars. LeBron’s player option keeps him in LA through at least one more season.

James Harden to Re-Sign with Clippers on $81.5M Deal

James Harden (LA Clippers)
June 2025

James Harden will decline his $36.3M player option and re-sign with the Clippers on a two-year, $81.5M contract. The deal includes a player option and partial guarantee for Year 2, aligning his timeline with Kawhi Leonard.
Harden’s All-NBA season — featuring 22.8 PPG, 8.7 APG, and 129 step-back threes — helped the Clippers outperform expectations. His leadership and high availability made him the Clippers’ top priority, and the new contract keeps them competitive with mid-level exception flexibility.

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