Maxi Kleber News, Rumors, Updates - Dallas Mavericks

Likely out for postseason Kleber (shoulder) is expected to miss a significant amount of time, if not the entire postseason, due to a full dislocation of his right AC joint, Shams Charania of The Athletic re...

Impact Kleber suffered the injury in Friday's Game 6 victory over the Clippers. Barring a quick turnaround, it looks like Dallas will need to start planning to be without him going forward. As a result, Derrick Jones and Josh Green are candidates to see increased roles providing depth behind P.J. Washington at power forward.

MAY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful to return Kleber is doubtful to return to Friday's Game 6 against the Clippers due to a right shoulder sprain, Tim MacMahon of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Barring a quick, surprising turnaround, Kleber is unlikely to return to Friday's contest. Given the nature of the injury, a potential Game 7 on Sunday could be up in the air as well. In his absence, Derrick Jones could see some extra minutes providing depth at power forward.

MAY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Maxi Kleber Delivers 'Beautiful Game' for Dallas Mavericks in Game 5 Win vs. Clippers Dallas Mavericks’ Maxi Kleber was praised by his teammates for the impact he provided in Game 5 against the LA Clippers.

MAY 3 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Lands five triples in win Kleber accumulated 15 points (5-7 FG, 5-7 3Pt), three rebounds and one assist over 19 minutes during Wednesday's 123-93 win over the Clippers in Game 5 of the first round of the We...

Impact Kleber connected on five three-pointers, helping guide the Mavericks to a comfortable victory. After coming up short in front of their home fans, Dallas was able to make easy work of the Clippers in Los Angeles. The two teams will face off again Friday, where the Mavericks will look to atone for the Game 4 loss.

MAY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Luka Doncic's 35 points lead Mavericks to 123-93 win, 3-2 series lead over Clippers

Luka Doncic scored 20 of his 35 points in the second half, propelling the Mavericks to a 123-93 victory over the Clippers in Game 5 and a 3-...

MAY 2

Luka Doncic's 35 points lead Mavericks to 123-93 win, 3-2 series lead over Clippers

Luka Doncic scores 35 points, leads Mavericks to 123-93 victory and 3-2 series lead over Clippers

Luka Doncic scored 20 of his 35 points in the second half and added 10 assists and seven rebounds, propelling the Dallas Mavericks to a 123-93 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers...

MAY 2 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Luka FRUSTRATED after Maxi Kleber fails to catch an easy pass

APRIL 21 • YOUTUBE

Will play vs. Clippers on Sunday Kleber (back) 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 Kleber 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 handle his regular workload off the bench as a frontcourt option behind Daniel Gafford.

APRIL 20 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Sunday Kleber is out for Sunday's game against the Thunder due to low back spasms.

Impact The Mavericks have already clinched a postseason berth and a matchup against the Clippers in the first round of the Western Conference playoffs, so they're not going to risk any of their rotation pieces, and Kleber fits that mold even if he hasn't been a regular starter this season. Kleber ends the regular season with averages of 4.4 points, 3.3 rebounds and 1.6 assists across 20.3 minutes per game in 43 appearances (seven starts).

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Set to play against Miami Kleber (back) is available for Wednesday's game versus the Heat, Grant Afseth of SI.com reports.

Impact Kleber will suit up for his third straight game Wednesday after being upgraded from probable to available despite dealing with back spasms. Kleber should continue to serve as one of Dallas' primary backups in the frontcourt.

APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Wednesday Kleber (back) is probable for Wednesday against the Heat.

Impact Wednesday's game is the second leg of a back-to-back set and Kleber's back spasms are still a mild concern, but the Mavericks anticipate that the forward will suit up. Kleber is averaging 6.5 points, 4.8 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 1.3 blocks in four April outings.

APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE

Will play Tuesday Kleber (back) is available to play Wednesday against the Hornets, Grant Afseth of SI.com reports.

Impact Kleber continues to deal with a nagging back problem, but he's going to give it a go Tuesday. He's been playing off the bench in recent weeks and enters Tuesday's action averaging just 3.8 points and 2.9 rebounds across 19.0 minutes per game in his last 10 outings, so he's hard to trust in even the deepest of formats.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Tuesday's game Kleber (back) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Hornets.

Impact Kleber returned from a one-game absence during Sunday's matchup against Houston, but he continues to deal with back spasms ahead of Tuesday's game. He saw plenty of playing time against the Rockets and totaled nine points, four rebounds, three assists, two steals and a block in 30 minutes during the win.

APRIL 8 • ROTOWIRE

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APRIL 7 • YOUTUBE

Good to go Sunday Kleber (back) is active for Sunday's game versus Houston.

Impact Kleber is set to return from a one-game absence due to back spasms, bringing valuable reinforcement to a center rotation dealing with an extended absence from Dereck Lively (knee). Kleber has compiled seven points, nine rebounds, four assists and four blocks in 38 minutes across his last two contests without Lively.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Listed questionable for Sunday Kleber (back) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Rockets.

Impact Kleber sat out Friday against the Warriors, his first missed game since Feb. 28. He's considered day-to-day, however, and could return to the lineup if he makes it through shootaround and warmups without any setbacks.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Won't suit up Friday Kleber (knee) will not play Friday against the Warriors, Grant Afseth of SI.com reports.

Impact This will be Kleber's first missed game since Feb. 28, but he's considered day-to-day. Daniel Gafford, Dwight Powell and P.J. Washington could see a slight bump in minutes with Kleber sidelined.

APRIL 5 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Friday Kleber is listed as questionable for Friday's game versus the Warriors due to back spasms.

Impact It's unclear when Kleber suffered his injury, but he is in danger of missing his first contest since Feb. 28 on Friday. If Kleber is ruled out, Dwight Powell, Daniel Gafford and P.J. Washington are candidates to receive increased playing time.

APRIL 5 • ROTOWIRE

Available Friday Kleber (knee) will be available for Friday's game versus the Kings.

Impact Kleber was in danger of missing his first game since Feb. 28 due to right knee soreness, but he will ultimately play through it. Barring any setbacks, look for him to take on his usual workload providing depth in the frontcourt.

MARCH 30 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Friday Kleber (knee) is questionable for Friday's game against the Kings.

Impact Kleber has been listed as "questionable" the past two games due to a sore right knee, but he's been playing through it, so he feels a bit closer to probable. We should get another update on Kleber following Friday's shootaround.

MARCH 28 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to play Kleber (knee) is good to go for Tuesday's game against the Kings, Grant Afseth of SI.com reports.

Impact Kleber was carrying a questionable tag prior to this update, but it's a good sign if the Mavericks are letting him play the second leg of this back-to-back set. In March, Kleber is averaging 18.2 minutes per game.

MARCH 27 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Tuesday Kleber (knee) is questionable for Tuesday's game against Sacramento.

Impact Kleber continues to deal with a sore right knee, but he was cleared to play Monday against the Jazz. If he's sidelined for the second half of the back-to-back set, Dereck Lively and Daniel Gafford could see increased run.

MARCH 26 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Monday Kleber (knee) has been cleared for Monday's game against Utah.

Impact Kleber was dealing with right knee soreness, but he will suit up to join a fully healthy Dallas frontcourt for Monday's contest. Kleber is averaging 4.0 points, 2.3 rebounds and 3.0 assists in 20.3 minutes across his last three games.

MARCH 26 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with right knee soreness Kleber is questionable for Monday's game against Utah due to right knee soreness, Grant Afseth of SI.com reports.

Impact Kleber's status will need to be monitored entering a back-to-back Monday and Tuesday against Utah and Sacramento, respectively. Dereck Lively and Daniel Gafford would see slight upticks in roles if Kleber is unable to suit up.

MARCH 24 • ROTOWIRE

Available for Thursday Kleber (knee) is available for Thursday's game against Miami.

Impact Kleber saw just 15 minutes of floor time his last time out, so it'll be interesting to see if his minutes return to the mid-20s for this one. He's scored a total of seven points on 1-of-9 shooting over his past four appearances, which tells you about all you need to know about his fantasy value.

MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE

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Luka Doncic's 35 points lead Mavericks to 123-93 win, 3-2 series lead over Clippers

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