Cleveland Cavaliers
James
Harden
Cold Night. −30%+ vs baseline.
Action → High game-to-game variance. Ceiling play with risk.
INTELLIGENCE BRIEFING
SignalsSignals are derived from the last 5 games compared against a 30-game rolling baseline. Context factors in schedule, matchup, and usage.
No trend data.
−30%+ vs baseline.
Full rest entering tonight lift the ceiling; cold last outing is the main drag.
PERFORMANCE RECORD
Last 5 appearancesWhat NLTS sees in this data
Cold Night: −30%+ vs baseline. Last game PRA was -5.6 vs the 30-game baseline (29.2).
PLAYER ANALYSIS
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James Harden has averaged 17.2 points, 2.6 assists, and 3.8 rebounds over his last five games, showcasing a steady performance but with a concerning 42.7% shooting from the field and a particularly low 27.4% from beyond the arc.
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As he embraces his role with the Cleveland Cavaliers, his comments about championship aspirations indicate a motivation to elevate his game, yet the current stat line reflects a struggle to find his rhythm in this new environment.
Fantasy managers should approach with caution, as his recent performance includes 3 turnovers per game, suggesting potential volatility in production for the upcoming matchup.
RECENT NEWS
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‘The only thing that I’m missing is a championship’: James Harden believes this Cavs group has a chance to impact his NBA legacy
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cleveland.com28 Sep 2026 -
Kawhi Leonard Crosses Stephen Curry, James Harden & More in Major NBA List After $115M Deal With Raptors
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