Whether it involves lighting it up with a signature stepback three or making headlines from his antics away from the court, James Harden has never shied away from the spotlight. Lately, the Los Angeles Clippers star has been making the news for something completely different: His relationship with fashion designer Paije Speights.
And let’s be real—Harden’s dating history reads like an all-star lineup of celebrity romances. But something about this one feels different. Maybe it’s the viral bouquet-catching moment at Rajon Rondo’s wedding, or perhaps it’s the fact that Paije is a powerhouse in her own right, running her own brand while keeping things refreshingly low key. Either way, the fans are locked in, and the internet is buzzing with one big question: Is James Harden finally settling down?
Let’s dive into everything there is to know about Paije Speights—how she met Harden, what she does for a living, and whether “The Beard” might actually be trading in his bachelor life for something more serious.
Who Is James Harden’s Girlfriend Paije? What Does She Do for a Living?
She’s not just an NBA superstar’s girlfriend; Paije Speights is making her own name for herself in the fashion business. Front Paije is a brand founded by her that networks on social media where she has over 201,000 followers across Instagram and X.
Speights has established herself in the industry with everything from bold streetwear pieces to high end pieces. Even at Clippers’ season opener in October 2024 which saw her donning a Celine plaid jacket, Loewe thigh-high boots, and short jean shorts style, blog sites had been buzzing with comments on her impeccable style. She’s clearly a powerhouse of her own.
How Did James Harden and Paije Speights Meet?
Harden and Speights had managed to keep their relationship under wraps until June 2024, when they made their first appearance in the news together as they were there for Rajon Rondo’s wedding in Italy. That was also the moment fans remember for one of the funniest Harden moments in recent memory after Speights caught the bouquet from the bride.
If you’ve never heard of the tradition, the person who catches the bouquet is supposedly ‘next in line’ to get married. When Speights plucked the bouquet, it was Harden’s hilarious mix of surprise and mock panic that went viral. That drew shrieks of laughter from fans, who hypothesized that “The Beard” might throw on the wedding band rather than the wedding stepbacks. Speaking on social media, even Speights chimed in on the moment by keeping anybody’s marriage speculation at bay.
Yet, since then, the couple has been seen together several times, although they’ve mostly kept their relationship private except in the moments that pass through the internet.
Who Did James Harden Date Before Paije Speights?
There was no shortage of high-profile relationships that James Harden has been a part of over the years. Prior to Paije, the Clippers star dated Jessyka Janshel, with whom he was in a long-term relationship. Before Janshel, Harden had dated a few of the biggest names in entertainment.
Dec 27, 2024; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (2) and guard James Harden (1) sit on the bench in the second half against the Golden State Warriors at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
From Khloe Kardashian to Amber Rose, and even rumored flings with Brittany Renner, Ashanti, Malaysia Pargo, and Trina, Harden’s love life has never been short on headlines. However, despite his past relationships with socialites and celebrities, his romance with Speights seems to be the one capturing the most attention now—especially with fans keeping an eye on whether that bouquet moment was just a coincidence or foreshadowing something bigger.
While Harden continues to make history in the NBA—whether it’s dropping clutch performances for the Clippers or climbing the league’s all-time scoring list—Paije Speights is making her own mark in the fashion industry. From viral wedding moments to social media debates about their relationship, the duo has kept fans intrigued.
Will James Harden be the next NBA superstar to walk down the aisle? Only time will tell. But one thing’s for sure—Paije Speights is a name that’s going to keep popping up, both in basketball circles and in the world of high fashion.
The post Who Is James Harden’s Girlfriend Paije Speights? Everything to Know About Clippers Star’s Dating Life appeared first on EssentiallySports.