Exum won't play Sunday against the Thunder due to a right foot sprain.
This is likely a minor issue for Exum, as the Mavericks are holding out the bulk of their rotation for the season finale. Barring a surprise, Exum should be ready to roll for the playoffs.
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Mavericks' Dante Exum: Starting against Pistons
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Exum will start against the Pistons on Friday, Omari Sankofa II of the Detroit Free Press reports.
Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic are both being held out for rest, so Exum could potentially see a healthy workload Friday. As a starter this season, Exum holds averages of 13.8 points, 4.4 assists, 3.3 rebounds and 1.6 three-pointers.
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Mavericks' Dante Exum: Forces overtime vs. Houston
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Exum had 14 points (5-11 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), nine rebounds and two assists across 35 minutes during Sunday's 147-136 overtime win over the Rockets.
With Luka Doncic (ankle) back in the lineup Sunday, Exum returned to the bench. He was still able to score in double digits and play 30-plus minutes for a second straight game. Exum's biggest moment came in the final moments of the fourth quarter, when he drained a last-second three on a pass from Doncic to force overtime. Since returning from a 13-game absence due to knee issues, Exum is averaging 6.4 points, 2.5 rebounds and 3.0 assists over 20.4 minutes per game.
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Mavericks' Dante Exum: Back to bench
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Exum won't start Sunday's game against the Rockets.
With Luka Doncic (knee) sidelined for the second half of a back-to-back set, Exum drew a spot start Friday versus the Warriors and posted 11 points and seven assists in 33 minutes during a 108-106 win. Exum should still play between 18 and 25 minutes off the bench Sunday.
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Mavericks' Dante Exum: Starting Friday
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Exum will get the start at point guard in Friday's game against the Warriors.
With Luka Doncic (knee) sidelined, Exum will get the spot start. The 28-year-old has averaged 14.0 points, 3.4 rebounds and 4.3 assists across 29.1 minutes in 15 starts this season.
Exum closed with eight points (2-6 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds and two assists in 23 minutes during Friday's 107-103 victory over Sacramento.
Exum's effort highlighted Dallas' depth at almost every position as he hit the clutch shot when it counted. While few can mimic Luka Doncic's production, Exum performed admirably during the All-Star's recent absences after rebounding from his own set of maladies. He's unlikely to find his way back into the starting lineup unless Doncic or Irving take a night off, but he'll provide support with the second unit down the stretch.
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Mavericks' Dante Exum: Suiting up Tuesday
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Exum (heel) is active for Tuesday's game against San Antonio.
Exum will suit up for his 11th consecutive contest Tuesday, and he has ramped up to averaging 21.0 minutes across his last four appearances. Dallas' rotation will be at full strength with the exception of Josh Green, who is set for an extended absence due to an ankle sprain.
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Mavericks' Dante Exum: Likely available Tuesday
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Exum (foot) is probable for Tuesday's game against the Spurs.
Exum continues to manage a right plantar fascia strain but should suit up for an 11th straight game. Over his past 10 appearances, he's averaged 5.4 points, 2.9 assists and 2.2 rebounds in 17.5 minutes per game.
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Mavericks' Dante Exum: Will play Sunday
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Exum (foot) is available for Sunday's game against the Nuggets.
Exum is available but will come off the bench, as Luka Doncic (hamstring) is returning from a one-game absence. Over his last nine appearances (one start), Exum has averaged 5.1 points, 3.1 assists and 2.1 rebounds in 17.4 minutes per game.
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Mavericks' Dante Exum: Plays 22 minutes as starter
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Exum finished Thursday's 126-119 loss to the Thunder with seven points (2-8 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT) and two assists in 22 minutes.
Exum started in place of the injured Luka Doncic (ankle), contributing offensively while ending three points shy of the double-digit mark. He briefly left the game due to a head injury but was able to return and finish the contest. Exum has started in 15 games this season, finishing with seven or more points in 13 outings. He has now tallied at least seven points and two dimes in two straight contests.
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Mavericks' Dante Exum: Starting against Thunder
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Exum will start Thursday's game versus the Thunder.
Luka Doncic (ankle) is being held out of Thursday's game, but he will be re-evaluated before Sunday's game against the Nuggets. In 14 starts this season, Exum holds averages of 14.5 points, 4.4 assists, 3.6 rebounds and 1.7 three-pointers.
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Mavericks' Dante Exum: Plays well in win
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Exum registered 13 points (3-5 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 5-5 FT), four rebounds and five assists over 17 minutes during Thursday's 114-108 win over the Heat.
Exum missed 22 of 24 games between Jan. 3 and Feb. 27 due to knee and heel injuries. His production had been modest in his first four appearances following his return, but he looked strong during Thursday's win. In December, Exum carved out a starting role and averaged 16.2 points, 4.3 assists, 3.7 rebounds and 0.9 steals in 31.5 minutes over a 12-game stretch. With Dallas at full strength, Exum's path back to the starting five is cloudy, but Derrick Jones saw only 12 minutes as a starter Thursday, suggesting a lineup change could be coming.
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Mavericks' Dante Exum: Dishes out five assists in return
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Exum (knee) tallied four points (1-2 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 1-2 FT), five assists and three rebounds across 17 minutes Wednesday in the Mavericks' 136-125 win over the Raptors.
Playing for the first time since Jan. 26, Exum ranked eighth among Mavericks players in minutes, narrowly finishing ahead of Derrick Jones. Dallas was without Maxi Kleber (toe) on Wednesday, so Exum and Jones could both see their playing time get squeezed a bit Friday in Boston if the Mavericks are back to full strength. Exum likely won't warrant much consideration outside of deeper fantasy leagues if he remains stuck in a sub-20-minute role.
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Mavericks' Dante Exum: Available for Wednesday
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Exum (knee) will be available for Wednesday's game against the Raptors.
Exum is back after a 13-game absence, so he'll likely be on some strict minutes restrictions Wednesday, making him an unattractive fantasy target in most formats.
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Mavericks' Dante Exum: Probable for Wednesday
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Exum (knee) is probable for Wednesday's game against the Raptors.
Exum has been sidelined since Jan. 26 due to heel and knee issues, but he's expected to have the green light to return Wednesday. While there's no word of any restrictions just yet, the Mavericks will likely ease him back into things.
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Mavericks' Dante Exum: Out Tuesday, return is near
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Exum (knee) will not play Tuesday versus Cleveland, but he has a "good chance" of suiting up Wednesday versus Toronto, Brad Townsend of The Dallas Morning News reports.
Exum has logged just two appearances since Jan. 1 while dealing with heal and knee injuries, but he appears to be nearing a return from the ongoing right knee inflammation that has plagued him of late. The Mavericks rotation will need to be monitored upon his eventual return, with Tim Hardaway and Josh Green (elbow) representing his primary competition for minutes.
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Mavericks' Dante Exum: Unlikely to play Tuesday
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Exum (knee) is doubtful for Tuesday's game against the Cavaliers, Brad Townsend of The Dallas Morning News reports.
While Exum likely won't play Tuesday, he returned to practice Monday and isn't being immediately ruled out, which are both positive signs of his availability moving forward. Assuming he's sidelined Tuesday, his next chance to suit up will come Wednesday in Toronto, but given the lengthy absence, Exum will probably be limited during his return.
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Mavericks' Dante Exum: Another absence coming
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Exum (knee) won't play in Sunday's game versus the Pacers.
Exum will miss his 12th straight game Sunday, but he appears to be close to making his return from the bout with right knee bursitis, which has kept him out since Jan. 27. According to Brad Townsend of The Dallas Morning News, Exum practiced in full Saturday while running with the second-team offense. Head coach Jason Kidd said that Exum will practice again Monday, and if all goes well, the 28-year-old could be available to play Tuesday in Cleveland.
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Mavericks' Dante Exum: Remains out Thursday
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Exum (knee) is listed as out for Thursday's game versus Phoenix.
Exum's absence streak will extend to 11 games Thursday while dealing with right knee bursitis. However, the 28-year-old guard did some non-contact work during Wednesday's practice. Exum's next chance to suit up is Sunday's matchup with Indiana.
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Mavericks' Dante Exum: Sits out practice
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Exum (knee) didn't participate in Tuesday's practice, Grant Afseth of SI.com reports.
Exum has missed Dallas' last 10 contests due to right knee inflammation. While fantasy managers should wait for an official injury report to clarify Exum's status for Thursday's matchup with the Suns, the 28-year-old guard will likely have to log at least one practice before seeing any game action.
