James Harden traded from Clippers to Cavaliers for Darius Garland: Reports

Al JazeeraCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete by By News AgenciesFebruary 4, 2026 at 08:48 AM

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James Harden, a 36-year-old, 11-time All-Star, has been traded from the Los Angeles Clippers to the Cleveland Cavaliers on February 4, 2026. In exchange, the Clippers will receive Darius Garland and a second-round draft pick. Harden, in his 17th NBA season, is averaging 25.4 points this season. The Cavaliers, currently in contention in the Eastern Conference, acquired Harden to bolster their chances. Garland, a two-time All-Star, has been sidelined with a toe sprain and is averaging 18.0 points this season. The Clippers, currently in play-in contention in the West, made the trade before the NBA trade deadline on Thursday.

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