James Harden’s new three-year, $97 million deal with the Cavaliers raises eyebrows — especially when stacked against Jalen Brunson’s imminent max contract with the Knicks. While Brunson’s elite play, including a historic playoff run, cements his status as a championship leader, Harden’s contract, averaging over $30 million annually with a player option, looks like a risky gamble for Cleveland — especially with two other max contracts already on the roster. The Knicks, confident in Brunson’s ability to lead them to glory, are poised to pay him top dollar, while the Cavs’ big bet on Harden may come at a steep cost.

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