John Fanta: I would lean towards approving a Darius Garland-James Harden trade; Cavs championship window is right now

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Photo credit NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JANUARY 09: James Harden #1 of the Los Angeles Clippers in action against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center on January 09, 2026 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. The Clippers won 121-105. (Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images)

John Fanta of NBC Sports joins Afternoon Drive on The Fan. He talks about the Cavs approach to the NBA trade deadline, if a Darius Garland-James Harden deal makes sense, his thoughts on Todd Monken’s introductory press conference, and more.

Featured Image Photo Credit: NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JANUARY 09: James Harden #1 of the Los Angeles Clippers in action against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center on January 09, 2026 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. The Clippers won 121-105. (Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images)