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James Harden Sued for Negligence in Nephew’s Alleged Sexual Assault

Filed in Harris County on June 23, the lawsuit alleges Harden’s security team cleared the house of witnesses before his nephew drugged a guest at the star’s Houston mansion.

James Harden #1 of the LA Clippers looks on during the second half against the Portland Trail Blazers at Moda Center on January 16, 2025 in Portland, Oregon.
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Overview

  • The lawsuit names Harden, Justice Armani Blackburn and unnamed security guards in a negligence claim seeking over $100,000 in economic, compensatory and punitive damages.
  • Watley alleges Blackburn spiked her drink, causing unconsciousness before she was sexually assaulted at Harden’s Houston mansion on January 1.
  • She says security guards removed her friends and disregarded their pleas that she was missing, leaving Watley alone as the assault unfolded.
  • The complaint contends Harden is vicariously liable for the actions of his in-home security team and its corporate employer.
  • It also alleges Harden knew of Blackburn’s past violence toward women but failed to intervene before the gathering.