Category: James Harden

James Harden declines player option, heads to free agency with new deal expected

Brandon King

James Harden is officially headed to free agency after declining his $42.3 million player option for the 2026-27 season. While the move makes Harden an unrestricted free agent, there is little expectation around the league that he’ll be changing teams. Instead, the decision is widely viewed as a financial maneuver that allows him and the Cleveland Cavaliers to negotiate a new multi-year contract. A restructured deal would provide Cleveland with greater salary cap flexibility while allowing the franchise to keep one of its biggest stars in place as it continues…

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James Harden Released After Posting Bond Following Saturday Morning Arrest

Brandon King

NBA veteran James Harden was released from police custody Saturday morning after posting a $100 bond following his arrest earlier in the day, according to reports from Yahoo Sports. According to additional reports, at 3:40 A.M. on Saturday morning, Houston Police initiated a traffic stop on Harden. During the course of the stop an unholstered firearm, which is a misdemeanor, was abserved in Harden’s vehicle. As a result Harden was taken into custody. Harden is scheduled to appear in court on June 22. Harden, one of the league’s most recognizable…

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An initial look at the Adidas Harden Vol.10 

Brandon King

Images of a sneaker that is being declared the next model in James Harden’s signature series, the Harden Vol. 10.  There are two depicted colorways- red/white and white/black. Both features largely synthetic uppers paired with the secondary color at the tongue, inner and rear heel. On the aforementioned rear heel is a Harden logo. A branded rubber outsole rounds out the aesthetic.  More information to come on this new silhouette as it avails itself.  Images via allinliveee

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PE Corner: Anthony Davis wears another Lakers LeBron XXII PE

Brandon King

This LeBron XXII, which was seen on the feet of Anthony Davis, sports a vibrant yellow patent leather upper with the lateral Swoosh transitioning from yellow to purple at the junction with the midsole. The same coloration also wraps the heel and extends onto the medial side. A yellow LeBron signature is present at the rear heel, with LeBron branding on the tongue.  The midsole that sits below the aforementioned upper sports a golden Swoosh and features coloration of the previously referenced hue-changing branding. It starts as a bright yellow…

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An initial look at the 2025 “Flu Game” Air Jordan XII

Brandon King

It’s hard to believe that nearly a decade has passed since the last retail run of the “Flu Game” Air Jordan XII, which occurred in 2016. Jordan Brand is rectifying that long hiatus, as this original color of the XII is planned to return during a immensely robust 2025 release roster.  Initial images have emerged of the 2025 iteration and is largely the visual representation of the classic colorway, with the mudguards appearing slightly more robust than in previous reincarnations, as well as a slightly different shape.  As it currently…

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Jaylen Brown wears grey 741 Rovers

Brandon King

title image via basketpackfr We recently covered the independent sneaker company launched by Boston Celtics forward Jaylen Brown, 741 Sneakers.  In a recent preseason game, the 2024 Finals MVP wore his brand’s flagship model the Rover, in a grey-based colorway. At this juncture, there is no purchase information on this colorway. In the meantime, the “Black Moon” is currently available for preorder here.  Image via basketpackfr 

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No Aristocrat of Bands for the Howard game

Brandon King

title image via the Tennessee Tribune The Tennessee State/ Howard game has been an eagerly anticipated matchup, not only because of the gridiron action between the Bison and the Tigers but also because fans would get a chance to see Howard’s “Showtime” marching band square off against the Aristocrat of Bands, adding something extra to Howard’s homecoming festivities. Unfortunately, the latter part of that equation will not be taking place. Thursday afternoon, Tennessee State released a statement revealing that the band would not be making the trips for the Lindenwood…

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Could we be looking at the Adidas Harden 9?

Brandon King

Images of the progression of James Harden’s signature line, the Harden 9 have come to light. The depicted sneaker is black and silver and it appears the support features of the upper seen on the Harden 8 have been expanded into a shell that overlaid atop the synthetic upper. Stylized Adidas Three Stripes branding can be seen in the negative space in the shell on both the lateral and medial sides.  A pull tab occupies the rear heel and from the depicted angle, no Harden-specific branding can be seen.  The…

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“Pioneer” Adidas Harden Vol. 8 coming in March

Brandon King

This version of James Harden’s last signature sneaker sports a black textile upper with a sock like cuff that is designed to provide a secure fit. An EVA cage that flanks the foot, along with a molded external heel counter. A combination Lightstrike and Boost midsole provides the cushioning, with a try-colored Adidas branded rubber outsole completing the aesthetic. The “Pioneer” Adidas Harden Vol. 8 is set to debut March 1 , 2024 at adidas.com and select retail establishments; they will carry a 160 USD sticker price. Adidas Harden Vol.…

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“Year of the Dragon” Adidas Harden vol. 7 available in Asia

Brandon King

This iteration of the Adidas Harden Vol. 7 celebrates the Chinese New Year. It makes use of an off-white, black, and metallic gold color palette. Its upper features metallic gold piping at the heel and midfoot panel. Off white shows up on the toe cap as well the ribbed and stitched side panels, while black is seen on the branded heel, complete with embroidery. On the medial midsole, images related to the Chinese New Year can be seen. In addition the aforementioned Boost and Lightstrike midsole resides a multi-color rubber…

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