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Donovan Mitchell and James Harden are rumored to be recruiting another star to Cleveland

ATLANTA, GEORGIA - MARCH 07: James Harden #13 and Donovan Mitchell #45 of Team Durant speak during the first half against Team LeBron in the 70th NBA All-Star Game at State Farm Arena on March 07, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) | Getty Images

LeBron James left the Cleveland Cavaliers the first time partially because he wasn’t able to recruit a co-star to Northeast Ohio. Sixteen years later, James might find himself on the other end of the equation.

Former Cavalier and ESPN analyst Kendrick Perkins said on a recent episode of the Road Trippin’ Show that the new backcourt duo of Donovan Mitchell and James Harden is ready to recruit James back to Cleveland for next season.

“My sources told me that Donovan Mitchell and James Harden are ready, are starting to push to go and recruit LeBron James this offseason,” Perkins said. “My sources tell me that as soon as James Harden got on the phone, got around the team, the initial was, ‘We’re about to make this run, we’re about to go all out. We want LeBron James.’”

Kendrick Perkins says sources told him Donovan Mitchell and James Harden are already recruiting LeBron back to the Cavs pic.twitter.com/L4KdfTbZ1x

— ESPN Cleveland (@ESPNCleveland) February 6, 2026

There’s certainly smoke to the rumors that LeBron could be coming back to Cleveland. Earlier on Friday, Jason Lloyd of The Athletic said on the radio that, “If (Lebron) plays anywhere next year, it’s going to be here (Cleveland).” According to reports from earlier this month, the Cavs would welcome James back as well.

Whether or not James returns next season remains to be seen. However, if what Perkins is saying is true, it’s good to see that the Cavs backcourt is bought into this team.

What we do know is that Harden wanted to come to Cleveland. He waived his partial no-trade clause to be here. And, Mitchell is excited to play with him.

We’ll see how that group pairs on the court before worrying too much about how they sell other players on joining them.

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Cavs at Kings: How to watch, odds, and injury report

CLEVELAND, OHIO - APRIL 06: Malik Monk #0 of the Sacramento Kings talks with Donovan Mitchell #45 of the Cleveland Cavaliers after the game at Rocket Arena on April 06, 2025 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Kings defeated the Cavaliers 120-113. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images) | Getty Images

The Cleveland Cavaliers are hoping to get their first look at James Harden in a Cleveland uniform on Saturday night, but we may have to wait, as he’s officially listed as questionable for this game.

We are, however, expecting a reunion of some sort. This game will be the first time De’Andre Hunter, Dennis Schroder, and Keon Ellis face their former team. They were all part of a three-team deal that was completed just a week ago.

The Kings currently own the worst record in the league and will be on the second leg of a back-to-back.

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Who: Cleveland Cavaliers (31-21) at Sacremento Kings (12-40)

Where: Golden 1 Center – Sacramento, CA

When: Sat., Feb. 7 at 10 PM

TV: FanDuel Sports Network Ohio, FanDuel Sports Network App, NBA League Pass

Point spread: Cavs -11.5

Cavs injury report: James Harden – QUESTIONABLE (trade pending), Dean Wade – QUESTIONABLE (ankle), Evan Mobley – OUT (calf), Max Strus – OUT (foot), Emanuel Miller – OUT (G League)

Kings injury report for Friday’s game vs. LA Clippers: Keegan Murray – OUT (ankle), Domantas Sabonis – OUT (back), Isaiah Stevens – OUT (G League)

Cavs expected starting lineup: James Harden, Donovan Mitchell, Jaylon Tyson, Nae’Qwan Tomlin, Jarrett Allen

Kings expected starting lineup: Russell Westbrook, Zach LaVine, DeMar DeRozan, De’Andre Hunter, Maxime Raynaud

Previous matchup: The Cavs won their first matchup 123-118 in January.

Here’s a look at both teams’ impact stats via Cleaning the Glass.

Offensive Rating	Defensive Rating	Net Rating
Cavs	117.5 (8th)	113.9 (11th)	+3.6 (9th)
Kings	111.3 (26th)	120.9 (28th)	-9.7 (29th)

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James Harden may not be making Cavs debut on Saturday

CLEVELAND, OHIO - NOVEMBER 23: James Harden #1 of the Los Angeles Clippers passes around Dean Wade #32 of the Cleveland Cavaliers during the third quarter at Rocket Arena on November 23, 2025 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Cavaliers defeated the Clippers 120-105. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images) | Getty Images

The Cleveland Cavaliers may have to wait a little longer for James Harden’s debut with the team. Harden was initially expected to play on Saturday against the Sacramento Kings. According to the latest injury report, he may have to wait.

Harden is listed as questionable for Saturday’s game with the reason being “trade pending.” This designation isn’t uncommon for those who were recently traded. Currently, 18 players are on the league’s injury report with the designation of “trade pending.”

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If Harden can’t go on Saturday, he would have to wait until Monday when the Cavs conclude their Western Conference road trip against the Denver Nuggets.

Reports that the Cavs traded for Harden came through on Tuesday. The official trade announcement from the team came the following day.

Harden hasn’t played since Jan. 30. He missed his last two games with the Los Angeles Clippers for personal reasons — which was due to the impending trade — and he wasn’t available for Cleveland’s first game since the trade was announced on Wednesday.

On the season, Harden is averaging 25.4 points, 8.1 assists, and 4.8 rebounds per game on .419/.347/.901 shooting splits.

Harden isn’t the only Cavalier who may be missing Friday’s game. Dean Wade has also been added to the injury report with a left ankle sprain. He is listed as questionable for the game.

Wade is averaging 5.8 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 1.6 assists per game on .417/.340/.750 shooting this season.

The Cavaliers will also be without the services of Evan Mobley (calf), Max Strus (foot), and Emanuel Miller (G League).

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