Last Updated on January 3, 2025 by Mathew Diekhake

James Harden Here is the information about James Harden:

  • Full Name: James Edward Harden Jr.
  • Nickname: The Beard
  • Nationality: United States
  • Age: Born August 26, 1989
  • Hometown: Los Angeles, California
  • Height: 6 feet 5 inches (1.96 meters)
  • Weight: 220 pounds (100 kg)
  • Wingspan: 6 feet 11 inches (2.11 meters)
  • Shoe Size: 14 (US)
  • Shoe Brand: Adidas Harden Vol. 8, Adidas Harden Vol. 7, Adidas Harden Vol. 6, Adidas Harden Vol. 5, Adidas Harden Vol. 4, Adidas Harden Vol. 3, Adidas Harden Vol. 2, Adidas Harden Vol. 1, Adidas Harden B/E, Nike Zoom Run the One, Nike Zoom Crusader, Nike Lunar Hypergamer, Nike Hyperfuse 2012, Nike Hyperdunk 2011, Nike Hyperfuse 2011
  • Position: Shooting Guard / Point Guard
  • High School: Artesia High School in Lakewood, California
  • College: Arizona State University
  • Draft: 2009, 1st round, 3rd overall pick by the Oklahoma City Thunder
  • Teams:

1. Oklahoma City Thunder (2009–2012):

    • Drafted as the 3rd overall pick in the 2009 NBA Draft, Harden began his career with the Thunder.
    • Played primarily as a sixth man, earning the NBA Sixth Man of the Year award in 2012.
    • Reached the NBA Finals in 2012 with the Thunder.

2. Houston Rockets (2012–2021):

    • Traded to the Rockets before the 2012-13 season.
    • Emerged as a superstar and franchise cornerstone.
    • Won the NBA MVP award in 2018.
    • Led the league in scoring multiple times during his tenure.
    • Reached the Western Conference Finals in 2015 and 2018.

3. Brooklyn Nets (2021–2022):

    • Traded to the Nets in January 2021 to form a “Big Three” with Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving.
    • Played a key role in the team’s playoff appearances, though injuries hindered their success.

4. Philadelphia 76ers (2022–2023):

    • Traded to the 76ers in February 2022.
    • Played alongside Joel Embiid, forming a strong duo.
    • Helped the team to multiple playoff runs.

5. Los Angeles Clippers (2023–Present):

    • Traded to the Clippers in November 2023.
    • Joined a star-studded roster featuring Kawhi Leonard, Paul George, and Russell Westbrook.
  • Rings: 0 NBA Championships
  • Speciality: Outside shooting, driving, playmaking
  • 2K Rating: 87 OKC, 95 all-time Rockets, 89 Nets, 85 Clippers,
  • Endorsements: $20M – Adidas, Beats by Dre, Body Armor (2023-24)
  • Net Worth: James Harden Contract History

Notes:

  • James Harden started his NBA career wearing Nike basketball shoes. His first signature shoe was with Adidas and was released in 2016. The Harden Vol. 2 was released in 2018.