James Harden’s strong preference for remaining in Cleveland, combined with his midseason 2026 trade acquisition and productive 20.5 points and 7.7 assists per game across 26 regular-season outings that helped the Cavaliers reach the Eastern Conference Finals, has driven overwhelming trader consensus toward the Cavaliers. After declining his $42.3 million player option in June, the 11-time All-Star agreed in August to a three-year, $97 million contract featuring a player option and trade kicker, following roster maneuvers that included acquiring Peyton Watson and adding Mario Hezonja to create cap flexibility. This sequence of confirmed developments, paired with Harden’s public statements about his intent to re-sign, has produced the 98.5 percent implied probability. A late contract dispute or unforeseen roster pivot could theoretically shift the outcome, though both sides have aligned on terms.
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Cleveland Cavaliers 98.4%
Toronto Raptors <1%
Portland Trail Blazers <1%
San Antonio Spurs <1%
$1,308,221 Vol.
$1,308,221 Vol.
Cleveland Cavaliers
98%
Toronto Raptors
1%
Portland Trail Blazers
1%
San Antonio Spurs
1%
Atlanta Hawks
<1%
Phoenix Suns
<1%
Memphis Grizzlies
<1%
Chicago Bulls
<1%
Golden State Warriors
<1%
LA Clippers
<1%
New York Knicks
<1%
Oklahoma City Thunder
<1%
Utah Jazz
<1%
Washington Wizards
<1%
Boston Celtics
<1%
Dallas Mavericks
<1%
Brooklyn Nets
<1%
Denver Nuggets
<1%
Miami Heat
<1%
Milwaukee Bucks
<1%
Minnesota Timberwolves
<1%
Sacramento Kings
<1%
Charlotte Hornets
<1%
Detroit Pistons
<1%
Houston Rockets
<1%
Indiana Pacers
<1%
Los Angeles Lakers
<1%
New Orleans Pelicans
<1%
Orlando Magic
<1%
Philadelphia 76ers
<1%
Cleveland Cavaliers 98.4%
Toronto Raptors <1%
Portland Trail Blazers <1%
San Antonio Spurs <1%
$1,308,221 Vol.
$1,308,221 Vol.
Cleveland Cavaliers
98%
Toronto Raptors
1%
Portland Trail Blazers
1%
San Antonio Spurs
1%
Atlanta Hawks
<1%
Phoenix Suns
<1%
Memphis Grizzlies
<1%
Chicago Bulls
<1%
Golden State Warriors
<1%
LA Clippers
<1%
New York Knicks
<1%
Oklahoma City Thunder
<1%
Utah Jazz
<1%
Washington Wizards
<1%
Boston Celtics
<1%
Dallas Mavericks
<1%
Brooklyn Nets
<1%
Denver Nuggets
<1%
Miami Heat
<1%
Milwaukee Bucks
<1%
Minnesota Timberwolves
<1%
Sacramento Kings
<1%
Charlotte Hornets
<1%
Detroit Pistons
<1%
Houston Rockets
<1%
Indiana Pacers
<1%
Los Angeles Lakers
<1%
New Orleans Pelicans
<1%
Orlando Magic
<1%
Philadelphia 76ers
<1%
If James Harden does not officially join a new team by October 31, 2026, 11:59 PM ET, this market will resolve to "Other".
If James Harden joins a team that is not listed, this market will resolve to "Other".
If James Harden is released, retires, or is not under contract with any professional team by October 31, 2026, 11:59 PM ET, this market will resolve to "Other".
An official signing announcement prior to the market's close date will immediately resolve this market to the corresponding option.
The primary resolution sources for this market will be official announcements from the NBA and/or the acquiring team. A consensus of credible media reporting may also be used to resolve the market.
Market Opened: Jun 22, 2026, 8:02 PM ET
Resolver
0x69c47De9D...If James Harden does not officially join a new team by October 31, 2026, 11:59 PM ET, this market will resolve to "Other".
If James Harden joins a team that is not listed, this market will resolve to "Other".
If James Harden is released, retires, or is not under contract with any professional team by October 31, 2026, 11:59 PM ET, this market will resolve to "Other".
An official signing announcement prior to the market's close date will immediately resolve this market to the corresponding option.
The primary resolution sources for this market will be official announcements from the NBA and/or the acquiring team. A consensus of credible media reporting may also be used to resolve the market.
Resolver
0x69c47De9D...James Harden’s strong preference for remaining in Cleveland, combined with his midseason 2026 trade acquisition and productive 20.5 points and 7.7 assists per game across 26 regular-season outings that helped the Cavaliers reach the Eastern Conference Finals, has driven overwhelming trader consensus toward the Cavaliers. After declining his $42.3 million player option in June, the 11-time All-Star agreed in August to a three-year, $97 million contract featuring a player option and trade kicker, following roster maneuvers that included acquiring Peyton Watson and adding Mario Hezonja to create cap flexibility. This sequence of confirmed developments, paired with Harden’s public statements about his intent to re-sign, has produced the 98.5 percent implied probability. A late contract dispute or unforeseen roster pivot could theoretically shift the outcome, though both sides have aligned on terms.
Experimental AI-generated summary referencing Polymarket data. This is not trading advice and plays no role in how this market resolves. · Updated
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