James Harden is opting out of his player option with the LA Clippers, with plans to sign a two-year, $81.5 million deal to remain with the team, sources tell @LawMurraytheNU and @sam_amick.

Los Angeles Clippers superstar guard James Harden is expected to decline his player option and sign a multi-year deal with the club.

Despite a dismal playoff showing, the Clippers and James Harden are extending their partnership. Harden is poised to sign a two-year, $81.5 million deal with the team.