James Harden tested positive for COVID-19 during the summer, which was why he was late to report to the bubble.

Harden has been spotted in multiple crowded situations without a mask during the past few weeks, including a holiday event that the NBA is currently investigating and may force him to miss regular season games. 

It was previously not reported that Harden had tested positive for COVID-19 over the summer.

Russell Westbrook announced he tested positive for COVID-19 after reporting to Houston and the franchise's handling of protocols made him lose trust and played a role in his request of a trade.