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Brett Siegel: James Harden and Donovan Mitchell are the best offensive duo in the East; I'd pick the Cavs and Pistons for the Eastern Conference FinalsFebruary 20, 2026 -
David Shepard: James Harden is the most disappointing superstar of his generation when it comes to the postseason; the Pistons and Celtics are the most potent teams in the EastFebruary 19, 2026 -
Jason Timpf: The Cavs are my pick to win the East; they clearly made substantial improvements at the trade deadlineFebruary 18, 2026 -
Kurt Helin: I don't think the trade for James Harden happens without the expectation he'll be with the Cavaliers beyond this seasonFebruary 18, 2026 -
Bob Finnan: Donovan Mitchell no longer needs to be a playmaker with James Harden on the court, and the two of them together is the most potent back court in the leagueFebruary 18, 2026 -
Joe Vardon: When it comes to LeBron James' future, it comes down to opportunity and not necessarily money, and Cleveland has the most opportunityFebruary 17, 2026 -
Ethan Sands: How James Harden’s Arrival Changes Cavaliers’ Season OutlookFebruary 16, 2026 -
Spencer Davies: This Cavs momentum can continue; Harden has been easy to acclimate to because he's been willing to defer to othersFebruary 15, 2026 -
Chris Fedor: For this Cavs team, it has to be Finals or bust; that should be the expectation and level of scrutiny we put on this teamFebruary 14, 2026 -
Dan Favale: The James Harden trade is a real big risk for the Cavs; they shrank their championship window considerablyFebruary 13, 2026