What happened: The contract includes a player option for 2028-29 and a trade kicker. Harden declined a $42.3 million option for 2026-27 in June while seeking longer-term security.
Why it matters: The agreement keeps Cleveland's midseason acquisition in place for the upcoming 2026-27 campaign. The contract is projected to push his career earnings beyond $500 million.
By the numbers: Harden averaged 23.6 points across 70 regular-season games in 2025-26. He also became the ninth NBA player to reach 29,000 career points.
What to watch: Training camp will offer the first look at Cleveland's plans for Harden's workload and role.