Cavaliers Record Without James Harden
The Cavaliers are 2-2 without James Harden in 2025-26 (.500) vs 27-17 with them (.614).
With vs Without James Harden
2025-26| With | Without | |
|---|---|---|
| Record | 27-17 | 2-2 |
| Win % | .614 | .500 |
| Games | 44 | 4 |
| Points scored | 114.3 | 126.8 |
| Points allowed | 112.7 | 120.8 |
| Point differential | +1.5 | +6.0 |
| Offensive rating | 120.0 | 124.8 |
| Defensive rating | 115.3 | 120.0 |
| Net rating | +4.7 | +4.8 |
| Against the spread | 17-27-1 | 23-32 |
| Over/under (overs-unders) | 25-20 | 28-27 |
Who Steps Up Without James Harden
Dennis Schroder6.5 → 16.3 PPG · 17.8 → 30.5 MPG
Keon Ellis3.2 → 10.0 PPG · 14.0 → 23.7 MPG
Jaylon Tyson6.5 → 13.9 PPG · 16.8 → 28.5 MPG
Games Without James Harden
4 games| Date | Game | Result | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 12, 2026 | vs WAS | W | 130-117 |
| Apr 6, 2026 | @ MEM | W | 142-126 |
| Feb 27, 2026 | @ DET | L | 119-122 |
| Feb 25, 2026 | @ MIL | L | 116-118 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Cavaliers record without James Harden?
The Cavaliers are 2-2 without James Harden in 2025-26 (.500) vs 27-17 with them (.614).
How do the Cavaliers play without James Harden?
Without James Harden the Cavaliers have a point differential of +6.0 per game, compared with +1.5 when James Harden plays.
Who steps up when James Harden is out?
The teammates who gain the most when James Harden sits: Dennis Schroder (16.3 PPG without vs 6.5 with), Keon Ellis (10.0 PPG without vs 3.2 with), Jaylon Tyson (13.9 PPG without vs 6.5 with).
Official injury designations tracked since January 2026. Games before then are counted as missed but may not show a reason.