NBA superstar James Harden was arrested in Houston on Saturday morning.

The 36-year-old was taken into custody by the Houston Police Department at 3:41 a.m., according to court records obtained by The California Post, and booked on one misdemeanor charge of unlawful carrying weapons.

James Harden #1 of the Cleveland Cavaliers handles the ball during the game against the New York Knicks during Game Four of the 2026 NBA Eastern Conference Finals on May 25, 2026 at Rocket Arena in Cleveland, Ohio. NBAE via Getty Images
LA Clippers guard James Harden (1) looks on in the first half against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center, Friday, March 28, 2025, in Brooklyn, NY. Corey Sipkin for the NY POST

Harden, a former Los Angeles Clippers guard who now plays for the Cleveland Cavaliers, was accused of “unlawfully, intentionally and knowingly” having a handgun in his vehicle, according to a copy of the complaint.

James Harden is seen on June 27, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. GC Images
James Harden #1 of the Cleveland Cavaliers shoots a free throw during the game against the Detroit Pistons during Round Two Game Four of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on May 11, 2026 at Rocket Arena in Cleveland, Ohio. NBAE via Getty Images

Authorities alleged in the document that “the handgun was in plain view” and “was not carried in a holster.”

Further details surrounding hte allegations against Harden were not made immediately available.

Harden was released on bond later Saturday morning, according to records. He’s due back in court on June 22 for arraignment.



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