Cleveland Cavaliers’ star player James Harden suffered a fracture to his right thumb during the team’s 109–94 victory over the New York Knicks at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse on Tuesday night. Medical examinations confirmed a non-displaced fracture on Harden’s right hand, which is his non-shooting hand, according to team and league sources.
Harden’s Status Uncertain Ahead of Upcoming Game
The Cavaliers have listed Harden as questionable for their upcoming game against the Milwaukee Bucks on Wednesday. He is currently undergoing further assessments and treatment to determine his fitness for the matchup. The team has not yet provided an official timetable for Harden’s return, and updates will follow as evaluations continue.
Impact of Injury on Cleveland’s Playoff Push
Harden played 32 minutes during the win over New York, contributing 20 points as Cleveland improved to a 6-1 record with him since his acquisition at the NBA trade deadline earlier this month. His presence has been crucial to the team’s surge in the Eastern Conference standings as they aim to secure a strong playoff position. The injury to Harden’s thumb brings uncertainty to the Cavaliers’ immediate future and could influence their performance during this critical stretch of the season.
