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James Harden has recently opened up about the inevitable end of his playing career, admitting that retirement is approaching even as he hopes to delay it. The 36-year-old is still settling in with the Cleveland Cavaliers; however, the guard is ready to accept the fact that the day will have to ome where he has to say goodbye to professional basketball.
Is James Harden retiring? Cavaliers star reveals retirement is nearing
Harden, in a recent postgame interview, stated:
“I know it’s coming soon. Hopefully, later than soon, but it’s a reality.”
The former Los Angeles Clippers player added:
“Everybody has to go through this at some point. Just trying to continue to keep my body in shape and play well.”
Harden continued that he will "see what happens" in the upcoming years and wants to "cherish the moments" for now.
Meanwhile, the Cavaliers are 4th in the Eastern Conference and hold a 38-24 record ahead of their game against the Detroit Pistons. They barely defeated the Brooklyn Nets with a score of 106-102 in their most recent encounter.
Harden is currently playing with a fractured thumb as he refused to undergo surgery amid the ongoing NBA 2025-26 regular season, as his side faces an injury bug around the roster.
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