James Harden Questionable for Cavaliers-Bucks Game with Thumb Fracture

Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden is listed as questionable for Wednesday night’s matchup against the Milwaukee Bucks after sustaining a non-displaced fracture of his right thumb, the team announced.

Injury Details and Timeline

The injury occurred during Tuesday night’s 109-94 victory over the New York Knicks. X-rays confirmed the fracture, but initial evaluations indicate that surgery is not required. Harden plans to play through the injury.

Harden’s Performance with the Cavaliers

Since being traded from the Los Angeles Clippers on February 3rd, Harden has appeared in seven games for Cleveland, averaging 18.9 points, 8 assists, and 4.6 rebounds per game. Prior to the trade, he averaged 25.1 points, 8.1 assists, and 4.8 rebounds in 44 games with the Clippers this season.

Team Context

The Cavaliers (37-22) have been playing well recently, winning eight of their last nine games and currently tied for third place in the Eastern Conference.

Harden will undergo treatment and is questionable for Wednesday’s game against the Milwaukee Bucks.

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What’s Next?

Harden will continue to undergo treatment and further evaluation. His availability for Wednesday’s game will be determined closer to tip-off. The team is hopeful he can contribute despite the injury, given it’s on his non-dominant hand.

Stay tuned to 247sports.news for further updates on James Harden’s status and the Cavaliers’ pursuit of a deep playoff run.