James Harden's misdemeanor gun charge dismissed

Field Level Media|published: 08/07/2026, 2:12pm EDT

Apr 26, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden (1) looks away while making a pass against the Toronto Raptors during game four of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

A Texas judge has dismissed a misdemeanor gun charge against NBA superstar James Harden.

Harden, 36, was arrested on June 13 after Houston police found an unholstered handgun in his vehicle.

The offense was punishable by up to a year in jail and a fine of up to $4,000.

A Harris County judge dismissed the case Thursday after Harden completed an alternative resolution program, according to court records.

Court documents did not provide details of Harden's agreement, a deal that typically involves doing community service.

Harden, an 11-time All-Star guard and 2017-18 league MVP, has averaged 24.0 points, 7.3 assists and 5.6 rebounds in 1,221 games (1,007 starts) with six teams since entering the NBA as the No. 3 pick in 2009.

Harden finished the 2025-26 season with Cleveland. He declined a $42.3 million player's option on his contract earlier this summer and currently is in talks with the Cavaliers about a multiyear deal.

--Field Level Media