Cavaliers' Harden charged with unlawful carrying of weapon
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Key Points:
- Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden was arrested early Saturday in Houston and charged with misdemeanor unlawful carrying of a weapon after a handgun was found in plain view in his car.
- Harden was booked and released after posting a $100 bond; representatives and Cavaliers officials have yet to comment officially on the incident.
- Harden faces a June 29 deadline to decide on a $42 million player option, with only $13.3 million guaranteed, and is expected to opt out and negotiate a new multiyear deal with Cleveland.
- At 36, Harden contributed significantly to the Cavaliers' playoff run, averaging 19.2 points and 5.5 assists and helping the team reach the Eastern Conference finals.