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Out with knee sprain Kleber (knee) will not play Wednesday against Cleveland.

Impact Kleber picked up a sprained knee against OKC on Monday and was considered questionable coming into the day. He'll miss at least one contest, meaning the likes of Dwight Powell, Christian Wood and Dorian Finney-Smith could each pick up a few more minutes. Kleber's absence could also be an opportunity for Davis Bertans to see some run off the Mavs' bench.

DECEMBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Wednesday Kleber is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Cavaliers due to a right knee sprain.

Impact Kleber was previously dealing with a foot injury, which is seemingly healed, but now he's dealing with a knee issue. If Kleber sits out Wednesday, more minutes could be in store for Christian Wood, Davis Bertans and Dorian Finney-Smith.

DECEMBER 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Active Monday Kleber (foot) is available for Monday's contest against the Thunder.

Impact After missing Dallas' previous contest, Kleber is officially back to availability. The veteran forward is averaging 6.1 points, 3.4 rebounds and 1.0 assists across 25.4 minutes throughout his first 21 showings this season.

DECEMBER 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Considered game-time decision Kleber (foot) is considered a game-time decision for Monday's matchup against the Thunder, Callie Caplan of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Impact Kleber was unavailable Saturday against Chicago due to right foot soreness and was questionable prior to Monday's contest, but the Mavericks will wait to see how he fares during pregame warmups before determining his status. If he's unavailable once again, Christian Wood, JaVale McGee and Davis Bertans are candidates to see increased work.

DECEMBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Monday's contest Kleber (foot) is questionable for Monday's matchup against Oklahoma City.

Impact Kleber was sidelined for Saturday's game due to right foot soreness, but he'll have a chance to return to action Monday. However, if Kleber remains out, Christian Wood, JaVale McGee and Davis Bertans would be candidates for increased roles.

DECEMBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

DeRozan, Bulls rout Luka-less Mavericks, 144-115

DeMar DeRozan had 28 points and nine rebounds and the Chicago Bulls took advantage of NBA scoring leader Luka Doncic’s absence to rout the Dallas Mavericks 144-115 on Saturday nigh...

DECEMBER 11, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Sidelined Saturday Kleber will miss Saturday's game versus the Bulls due to right foot soreness.

Impact Kleber joins Luka Doncic (quad) and Josh Green (elbow) on the sidelines Saturday, leaving the Mavericks down some rotational depth. Christian Wood, JaVale McGee, Davis Bertans and Reggie Bullock are candidates to see some additional frontcourt minutes in Kleber's absence.

DECEMBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Luka gets FRUSTRATED 🤦‍♂️ after a Terrible TURNOVER by Maxi Kleber

DECEMBER 2, 2022 • YOUTUBE

Doncic, Mavs edge Curry, Warriors in West finals replay

Luka Doncic scored 41 points in his NBA-leading fifth triple-double, and the Dallas Mavericks beat the Golden State Warriors 116-113 in the first meeting of last season’s Western C...

NOVEMBER 30, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Solid numbers in return Kleber (back) logged 29 minutes off the bench and finished with 11 points (5-7 FG, 1-3 3Pt), five rebounds and three assists in Saturday's 105-100 loss to the Raptors.

Impact Kleber served as the Mavericks' top big man off the bench as he made his return from a four-game absence due to a sore back. The Mavericks are listing Reggie Bullock (rest) as out for Sunday's contest against the Bucks, so Dorian Finney-Smith could move up to small forward to open up extra playing time in the frontcourt for the likes of Kleber, Christian Wood and Dwight Powell in the second half of the back-to-back set.

NOVEMBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Anunoby scores 12 of his 26 in 4th, Raptors top Mavs 105-100

NOVEMBER 27, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Eric Koreen: Maxi Kleber returns to lineup for Dallas. - The Athletic Maxi Kleber returns to lineup for Dallas.

NOVEMBER 26, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Available Saturday Kleber (back) will play Saturday against the Raptors.

Impact Kleber will return following a four-game absence. His return could cut into the workloads of Dorian Finney-Smith, Christian Wood and JaVale McGee.

NOVEMBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Likely to play Saturday Kleber (back) is probable to play in Saturday's matchup with Toronto.

Impact Kleber returned to practice Friday and will likely play in Saturday's game. The Mavericks may keep Kleber out for Sunday's game, the second leg of the back-to-back against the Bucks, due to a lower back strain.

NOVEMBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Hopeful to return Saturday Mavericks coach Jason Kidd said Friday that Kleber (back) was able to participate in practice and hopes he will play in Saturday's game against the Raptors, Brad Townsend of The Da...

Impact The Mavericks have a back-to-back on Saturday and Sunday, so Kleber may sit out for one of them. Kleber has missed the last four games due to a back bruise.

NOVEMBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Doncic leads Dallas against Toronto after 42-point game

Dallas visits the Toronto Raptors after Luka Dončić scored 42 points in the Mavericks' 125-112 loss to the Boston Celtics

NOVEMBER 25, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Out Wednesday Kleber (back) is out Wednesday at Boston, Keith Smith of Spotrac.com reports.

Impact As expected, Kleber will miss a fourth straight game with a back bruise. His next chance to play arrives Saturday at Toronto.

NOVEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Mavs Injury Updates: Will Spencer Dinwiddie, Maxi Kleber Play vs. Celtics? The Dallas Mavericks offered updates on the status of Spencer Dinwiddie and Maxi Kleber before Wednesday’s game against the Boston Celtics.

NOVEMBER 22, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Doubtful at Boston Kleber (back) is doubtful for Wednesday's game at Boston.

Impact Kleber is expected to be sidelined for a fourth straight game. JaVale McGee and Josh Green have seen the biggest minutes boosts in Kleber's absence.

NOVEMBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Tatum and Doncic clash in Boston-Dallas matchup

Jayson Tatum and Luka Dončić meet in a matchup of two of the league's top scorers when Boston and Dallas hit the court

NOVEMBER 22, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Rare buzzer-beater helps outmanned Nuggets beat Mavs 98-97

Vlatko Cancar hit a buzzer-beater from near midcourt when the final 2 seconds of the first half were replayed after the break, and the outmanned Denver Nuggets went on to beat the...

NOVEMBER 21, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Remains out Sunday Kleber (back) won't play in Sunday's game against the Nuggets.

Impact Kleber will miss his third consecutive game Sunday to a lower back contusion. Christian Wood and JaVale McGee should continue to see extended minutes in his absence. Kleber's next opportunity to play will be Wednesday's game against Boston.

NOVEMBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Friday Kleber (back) will remain sidelined for Friday's game versus the Nuggets.

Impact Kleber will skip his second consecutive contest while battling a back issue, leaving the Mavs' backcourt down some depth again. Fortunately, JaVale McGee (neck) is probable and should supply some reinforcement to what was a thin frontcourt Wednesday.

NOVEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Doncic sits against last-place Rockets after 40-minute night

Luka Doncic is out for rest against Houston a night after the Dallas superstar played 40 minutes in a win over the Los Angeles Clippers

NOVEMBER 16, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Won't play Wednesday Kleber (back) has been ruled out for Wednesday's matchup against Houston.

Impact Kleber was knocked out of Tuesday's win over the Clippers due to a low-back contusion and will be sidelined for the second half of Dallas' back-to-back set. Christian Wood is currently the Mavericks' only healthy backup big man behind Dwight Powell and Dorian Finney-Smith, but Davis Bertans (knee) could make his season debut after practicing Monday.

NOVEMBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE