James Harden’s parents

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Born on August 26, 1989, in Los Angeles, California, United States, James Harden is an American professional basketball player who plays as a point guard/shooting guard for the Los Angeles Clippers and playing in his 15th NBA season. He went to Arizona State University for college basketball before being selected as the third overall pick by the Oklahoma City Thunder in the 2009 NBA Draft.

He has established himself as one of the most prolific shooters in the league and is recognized for his exceptional ball-handling and scoring ability skills. The Harden stepback is famous all over the NBA, which he often uses to create a space outside the arc to shoot the ball.

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James Harden

He has been a 10-time NBA All-Star (2013-22), 2018 NBA Most Valuable Player, and a three-time NBA scoring champion.

Who are James Harden’s parents

James Harden's parents are Monja Willis and James Harden Sr. Harden was born on August 26 1989 in Los Angeles, California, United States. James Harden Sr., played basketball at Arizona State University and was selected by the Golden State Warriors in the second round of the 1978 NBA Draft. He, however, never played in the NBA and instead made his living playing abroad. His father was never a big part of his life and thus Harden was raised by his mother.

Prior to relocating to Arizona to work as a medical administrator, Harden's mother, Monja Willis, was a nurse in California. She put her kids into sports to keep them out of trouble as she was a single parent. She didn't know it at the time but Harden's love for basketball has eventually turned him into a superstar player.

What nationality are James Harden’s parents?

James Harden's parents, Monja Willis and James Harden Sr. are of African American descent and hold American nationality.

Who are James Harden’s siblings?

James Harden has two siblings, an older sister named Arnique Jelks and a half-brother named Akili Roberson. Akili Roberson played college basketball at Texas A&M University-Commerce and has also pursued a professional basketball career overseas. Arnique, on the other hand, keeps herself out of the limelight and has maintained a relatively low public profile, and not much information is available about her.

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FAQs

A. Harden is reported as being 6 feet 5 inches (1.96 meters) tall.

A. No, James Harden of the NBA does not have a PhD in Immunology from Stanford University. In a unique occurrence, the man with the PhD is actually another James Harden.

A. James Harden was born in Los Angeles, California, on August 26, 1989.

A. James Harden's father is James Harden Sr.

A. James Harden's mother's name is Monja Willis.

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