James Harden's recent clash with Jalen Brunson wasn't the only drama when the Cavaliers faced the Knicks. According to NBA insider Shams Charania, Harden sustained a fracture in his right thumb after the game.
The silver lining? An MRI showed no major damage, and Harden plans to play through the injury.
Typically, recovery without surgery for this type of injury takes about 16 to 17 days.
With the Cavaliers on a roll, the news about Harden is a relief. However, not everyone was satisfied with how the details of Harden's injury were handled.
Rob Perez, known as WorldWideWob, voiced his concerns on social media, arguing that the Cavaliers should be more transparent about the severity of Harden's injury. He pointed out that during the playoffs, teams often conceal information due to higher stakes.
Harden's move to the Cavaliers was one of the most surprising trades at the deadline. Although Shams Charania hinted at the possibility, the trade still caught many off guard.
As for Harden's feelings about his time with the Clippers, he mentioned in an interview that he was aware of the trade possibility and didn't feel disrespected. With his contract for the next season not fully guaranteed, a split seemed likely.