DANTE EXUM NEWS

Phoenix plays Dallas on 6-game win streak

Phoenix is looking to prolong its six-game win streak with a victory against Dallas

NOVEMBER 7 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Mavericks take on the Bulls for cross-conference matchup

The Dallas Mavericks host the Chicago Bulls in a non-conference matchup

NOVEMBER 5 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Dallas takes on Houston in conference matchup

The Mavericks will play host to conference foe Houston

OCTOBER 30 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Mavericks, guard Jaden Hardy agree to $18 million, 3-year deal, AP source says

The Dallas Mavericks and guard Jaden Hardy have agreed on an $18 million, three-year contract extension, according to a person with knowledge of the deal

OCTOBER 22 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Mavs guard Dante Exum has wrist surgery as team offers no timeline for return

Dallas Mavericks guard Dante Exum has had surgery on his injured right wrist, and the team isn't saying how long he will be sidelined

OCTOBER 9 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Report: Mavs G Dante Exum (wrist) out for 3 months Dallas Mavericks guard Dante Exum underwent wrist surgery and will be out three months, ESPN reported Wednesday.Exum, who injured the wrist...

OCTOBER 9 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Undergoes wrist surgery Exum underwent surgery on his right wrist Tuesday, Grant Afseth of EssentiallySports.com reports.

Impact Exum suffered this injury during training camp, and while a timetable has yet to be announced, he's likely going to miss significant time. This is a tough blow for Dallas, as Exum was solid last season with averages of 7.8 points, 2.9 assists and 2.7 rebounds in 55 regular-season appearances. Guys like Jaden Hardy, Naji Marshall and Quentin Grimes could see a bump in minutes with this news.

OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Mavs guard Dante Exum injures wrist, no timetable for return The Dante Exum injury comes after star guard Luka Doncic sustained a calf injury prior to the Mavericks leaving for Las Vegas.

OCTOBER 5 • NBA.COM

Spencer Dinwiddie lauds Mavericks' depth, which suffers blow due to Dante Exum's injury Dante Exum’s wrist injury offers an opportunity for Dinwiddie or Jaden Hardy to receive backup point guard minutes

OCTOBER 5 • DALLASNEWS.COM

Mavs guard Dante Exum injures wrist, and there's no timetable for a return

Dallas Mavericks guard Dante Exum injured his right wrist during training camp in Las Vegas, and the team gave no timetable for a return

OCTOBER 4 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Sustains serious wrist injury Exum has sustained a right wrist injury that could require surgery, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Impact Treatment options are being evaluated for Exum, though he could miss a significant amount of time due to the injury. The 29-year-old typically served as a spark off the bench last season, during which he averaged 7.8 points, 2.9 assists and 2.7 rebounds across 19.8 minutes per game in 55 regular-season appearances (17 starts). Exum will presumably miss serious time, and if he does Naji Marshall, Jaden Hardy and Quentim Grimes are candidates for extra minutes.

OCTOBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Practices fully for Australia Exum (finger) was a full participant Monday in the Australian national team's practice and is expected to be available for Tuesday's matchup with Canada in the 2024 Summer Olympics...

Impact Barring any last-minute setbacks, Exum should make his debut in Paris after he sat out Australia's 92-80 win over Spain in the Olympic opener for both teams Saturday. Exum previously dislocated his finger during an exhibition game against France last week.

JULY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Leaning toward playing Tuesday There's growing optimism Exum (finger) will be available to play against Canada on Tuesday, freelance basketball reporter Kane Pitman reports.

Impact Exum missed Australia's Olympic opener against Spain on Saturday due to a dislocated finger he suffered during an exhibition against France earlier in the month. The 29-year-old took part in contract drills Sunday without any issues. If he's able to play Tuesday, Exum would compete with the likes of Josh Giddey, Dyson Daniels and Patty Mills for minutes as part of a deep Australian backcourt.

JULY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Leaning toward playing Tuesday Exum (finger) is expected to be available to play for the Australian national team Tuesday against Canada in a Group A matchup at the Summer Olympics in Paris, Kane Pitman of ESPN....

Impact Exum missed Australia's Olympic opener against Spain on Saturday due to a dislocated finger he suffered during an exhibition against France earlier in the month. The 29-year-old took part in contract drills Sunday without any issues, so he looks to be on track to play Tuesday. If available, Exum would compete with the likes of Josh Giddey, Dyson Daniels and Patty Mills for minutes in a deep Australian backcourt.

JULY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Held out against Spain Exum (finger) did not appear in Australia's 92-80 win over Spain in the Paris Olympics on Saturday, BasketNews.com reports.

Impact Exum is currently dealing with a compound dislocation on his finger, but says he has been doing some workouts and is feeling good. After making a deep playoff run with the Mavericks in 2023-24, the 29-year-old could miss significant time in the Olympics as Australia aims to compete for a medal. Exum's next chance to suit up will come Monday in what should be a highly competitive matchup against Canada.

JULY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Likely out Saturday Exum (finger) is expected to miss Saturday's game against Span, Eurohoops.net reports.

Impact Exum dislocated his right index finger against France in an exhibition and will likely miss Australia's opening match of the Olympics on Saturday. However, Exum was able to avoid surgery and his next chance to suit up is Monday's matchup with Nigeria.

JULY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Hurts finger, should play in Paris Exum suffered a compound dislocation of one of his fingers Sunday in the second quarter of the Australian national basketball team's 83-82 win over France, the Australian Associate...

Impact Fortunately for Exum, scans on his finger revealed no fractures, and the expectation is that the 29-year-old will be ready to go for Australian's 2024 Summer Olympics opening game this coming Saturday versus Spain. Assuming Exum is able to play Saturday and experiences no setbacks during Australia's run during the Olympics, he shouldn't face any restrictions when he rejoins the Mavericks for the start of training camp in the fall.

JULY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Jackson to appear at 5th Olympics for Australia's Opals. Mills, Giddey in Boomers team

Basketball star Lauren Jackson will compete at her fifth Olympics after being selected in Australia’s 12-player squad just three months after again coming out of retirement

JULY 7 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Used sparingly in win Exum finished with zero points (0-1 FG), one rebound and one block across six minutes during Tuesday's 96-93 victory over the Clippers in Game 2 of the Western Conference Quarterfi...

Impact Exum saw just six minutes off the bench despite an ankle injury to Tim Hardaway. The Mavericks opted to go with size over speed, resulting in an important victory. With so much flexibility across their roster, Exum's role could fluctuate significantly moving forward.

APRIL 24 • ROTOWIRE

Not listed on injury report Exum (foot) is not in the official injury report and will be available with no limitations for Game 1 of the series against the Clippers on Sunday.

Impact Exum didn't play in the Mavericks' final game of the regular season since the coaching staff wanted to rest him before the start of the playoffs, but he shouldn't have any limitations for the series opener against the Clippers on Sunday. He should see his regular minutes off the bench going forward.

APRIL 20 • ROTOWIRE

Won't suit up Sunday Exum won't play Sunday against the Thunder due to a right foot sprain.

Impact 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.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Pistons Exum will start against the Pistons on Friday, Omari Sankofa II of the Detroit Free Press reports.

Impact 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.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Forces overtime vs. Houston 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.

Impact 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.

APRIL 8 • ROTOWIRE

Back to bench Exum won't start Sunday's game against the Rockets.

Impact 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.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE