James Harden was arrested on Saturday morning and charged with unlawful carrying of weapons.
What happened?
The arrest occurred in Texas, where Harden was found with a handgun in his vehicle, allegedly in plain sight and not in a holster.
The Cleveland Cavaliers star had just completed his 18th season in the NBA, averaging 23.6 points, eight assists, and 4.8 rebounds per game.
Why it matters for James Harden
This incident may impact Harden's upcoming season, as he is set to appear in court on June 22.
Harden was released on a $100 bond and is prohibited from possessing firearms or using controlled substances.
What comes next?
The next steps for Harden will be determined in court, where a decision on further action will be made.
Harden started the season with the Los Angeles Clippers before being traded to the Cleveland Cavaliers at the trade deadline.
He played in 44 games with the Clippers and continued to play for the Cavaliers after the trade.
The Cavaliers were swept in the Eastern Conference Finals by the New York Knicks.
Harden's arrest was reported by TMZ, who learned of the incident from authorities.
Teddy Ricketson of Yahoo Sports reported that Harden was held on a $100 bond, which was posted on Saturday.
The charge against Harden is a misdemeanor, according to Ricketson.
Harden's situation remains uncertain, with the outcome of his court appearance still to be determined.
The Cavaliers are looking to make major changes next season, and this incident may impact their plans.
Harden's statistics for the season include 43.4 percent shooting from the field and 37.5 percent from beyond the arc.