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James Harden says he’d ‘love’ to play in Spain someday

James Harden is in Spain with the Cavaliers. Apparently, he wouldn’t mind playing there, either. Harden told Spanish outlet Cadena SER after Cleveland’s

Published: Thursday, 1 October 2026 at 3:21 AM
James Harden says he’d ‘love’ to play in Spain someday
Key Things to Know
  • James Harden revealed he would love to play professionally in Spain at some point in the future.
  • Harden confirmed his current focus remains on pursuing an NBA championship with the Cleveland Cavaliers.
  • The Cavaliers are holding their training camp in Málaga, Spain, before their preseason opener against Boston.
The Story in 60 Seconds

James Harden stated that he would "love" to play in Spain someday during the Cleveland Cavaliers' training camp in Málaga. Speaking to Spanish outlet Cadena SER following the team's first practice on Wednesday, the 37-year-old expressed fondness for the country's culture, weather, and food, while noting that his immediate focus remains winning an NBA championship with Cleveland.

Cavs head coach Kenny Atkinson explained that the overseas trip to Andalusia is designed to build team chemistry outside normal surroundings. Cleveland will conclude its Spanish camp with a public scrimmage at Martín Carpena Arena before opening the preseason against the Boston Celtics on October 8.

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