MAXI KLEBER NEWS

Downgraded to questionable Kleber has been downgraded to questionable for Sunday's game against the Suns.

Impact Kleber was initially tabbed as probable, but the downgrade means he's now trending in the wrong direction. He's played 20 or more minutes in his two outings since returning from a hamstring injury that caused him to miss 35 games between Dec. 14 and Feb. 26, and if he can't go Sunday, then more minutes would be available for Reggie Bullock, Davis Bertans or even Markieff Morris.

MARCH 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tabbed probable Kleber (hamstring) is likely to play in Sunday's game against Phoenix.

Impact Kleber has played in the Mavericks' last two games after being sidelined since mid-December with a torn right hamstring. He logged 24 and 20 minutes in the two matches, and Coach Jason Kidd said Thursday that Kleber's minutes restrictions will continue for "a while." In those two appearances, Kleber averaged 9.0 points, 3.0 rebounds and 2.5 assists.

MARCH 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Minutes restriction to continue Head coach Jason Kidd relayed Thursday that Kleber will have restricted minutes "for a while," Brad Townsend of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Impact Kleber played 24 minutes off the bench in his return to action Tuesday, so his workload isn't too short of the 25.6 per game he's averaging on the year. Even when he's back in a full capacity, Kleber doesn't produce at a rate that enters him into the fantasy conversation in most leagues.

MARCH 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go against Indiana Kleber (hamstring) is available for Tuesday's game versus the Pacers.

Impact Kleber has been upgraded from questionable to available Tuesday after missing the previous 35 games while recovering from hamstring surgery. However, the 30-year-old forward will be on a minutes restriction against Indiana, Callie Caplan of The Dallas Morning News reports.

FEBRUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Maxi Kleber's Defensive Burden is Unfair But Necessary for Mavs With the return of Maxi Kleber on the horizon, the Mavericks’ defense should get an immediate boost.

FEBRUARY 28, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Questionable Tuesday Kleber (hamstring) is questionable for Tuesday's game against Indiana.

Impact The Mavericks are optimistic that Kleber will be available for the first time since Dec. 12, but he'll presumably be evaluated in the hours leading up to tipoff before the team makes a final decision regarding his status. Given the length of the 31-year-old's absence, he'll likely face a minutes restriction if he's cleared to play Tuesday.

FEBRUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Maxi Kleber Nears Return to Mavs' Lineup; Will He Play vs. Pacers? The Dallas Mavericks may gain Maxi Kleber back into their lineup soon. Will he be available to play against the Indiana Pacers on Tuesday?

FEBRUARY 27, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Could return Tuesday The Mavericks have optimism that Kleber (hamstring) could be available for Tuesday's game against the Pacers, NBA writer Marc Stein reports.

Impact Kleber hasn't played since Dec. 12 due to a right hamstring tear, but he's been ramping up in recent days and looks to be on the cusp of a return. Whether he's cleared to play Tuesday or later on in the week, Kleber will provide a boost to Dallas' frontcourt, particularly on the defensive end and as a floor stretcher. Prior to suffering his injury, Kleber appeared in 22 games off the bench and averaged 6.2 points, 3.5 rebounds, 1.1 three-pointers, 1.0 blocks and 1.0 assists in 25.6 minutes.

FEBRUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Kleber (hamstring) will not suit up for Sunday's game against the Lakers.

Impact Kleber has been sidelined since Dec. 12 after tearing his right hamstring but indicated Wednesday that he is "very close" to returning to the hardwood. His next chance to do so will come Tuesday against Indiana.

FEBRUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still out, but getting close Kleber (hamstring) won't play Thursday against the Spurs, but he said Wednesday that he's getting "very close" to a return, Tim MacMahon of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Kleber returned to contact work before the All-Star break, and the hope was that he'd be able to suit up Thursday. However, he'll miss at least one more contest, marking his 34th straight absence due to a right hamstring strain. The versatile big man will presumably have a minutes restriction when he's finally cleared to return, but he should be a critical part of Dallas' frontcourt when he's fully integrated into the rotation.

FEBRUARY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will remain out through break Kleber (hamstring) will not play Wednesday at Denver.

Impact Kleber has been cleared to return to contact work and appears to be nearing a return, but unsurprisingly the Mavs will give him the All-Star break to continue ramping up. The hope is that Kleber is cleared when Dallas resumes play Thursday, Feb. 23 against San Antonio.

FEBRUARY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Kleber (hamstring) has been ruled out for Monday's matchup against Minnesota.

Impact Kleber was cleared for contact work in practice earlier this week, but he'll continue to be sidelined for games due to a right hamstring strain that's kept him out of action since Dec. 12. Following Monday's contest, Dallas has only one contest left before the All-Star break, so it would make sense if Dallas held him out for that contest as well to give him an extra week of rehab before thrusting him back into game action.

FEBRUARY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out for road trip Kleber (hamstring) will remain out for the Mavericks' upcoming five-game road trip but has been cleared for contact work, Callie Caplan of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Impact Following the Mavs' road trip, Kleber will have just two chances to play before the All-Star break, with a return before the festivities being his initial goal. He's been sidelined since Dec. 12 due to a right knee sprain and hamstring tear. More information on his recovery should emerge as he continues to ramp up his activity.

FEBRUARY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Mavs' Voices of Reason: Coach Kidd Praises Leadership of Finney-Smith & Kleber With Dallas’ defense on the decline to start the year, Dorian Finney-Smith and Maxi Kleber have spoken up to help lead the charge.

JANUARY 21, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Mavs Injury Update: Maxi Kleber to Return From Hamstring Tear This Season The Dallas Maverick have already gotten Dorian Finney-Smith and Josh Green back from injuries, and now, it looks like they’ll be getting Max...

JANUARY 19, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM

Mavs Injury Update: Maxi Kleber to Return From Hamstring Tear This Season The Dallas Maverick have already gotten Dorian Finney-Smith and Josh Green back from injuries, and now, it looks like they’ll be getting Max...

JANUARY 19, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Mavs Injury Update: Maxi Kleber to Return From Hamstring Tear This Season The Dallas Maverick have already gotten Dorian Finney-Smith and Josh Green back from injuries, and now, it looks like they’ll be getting Max...

JANUARY 19, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Aiming for speedy return Kleber said Wednesday that he hopes to return from a torn right hamstring prior to the All-Star break, Tim MacMahon of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Kleber has been sidelined since Dec. 12 due to a multitude of injuries to his right leg, including a knee sprain and a hamstring tear, and was expected to miss a significant portion of time. His target of a pre-All-Star return would put him back on the court in mid-February, which would mean Kleber is ahead of schedule in his recovery process. Regardless of when he returns, the 30-year-old will be under heavy restrictions and likely require a lengthy ramp-up period.

JANUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Maxi Kleber Undergoes Surgery, No Timetable for Mavs Return The Dallas Mavericks announced that Maxi Kleber underwent surgery to repair a right hamstring tear.

DECEMBER 20, 2022 • KANSASCITY.COM

Maxi Kleber Will Miss Six-Eight Weeks Due to Knee and Hamstring Injuries | SLAM Maxi Kleber will miss the next six-eight weeks of NBA action after he suffered a knee sprain and hamstring tear during a Tuesday practice se...

DECEMBER 15, 2022 • SLAMONLINE.COM

Mavericks' Kleber to miss 6-8 weeks with leg injuries Kleber suffered the tear at practice on Tuesday, the team said, adding that "treatment options are being considered."

DECEMBER 15, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Mavs' Kleber out with torn hamstring in blow to frontcourt

Dallas Mavericks forward Maxi Kleber has a torn right hamstring and will be sidelined indefinitely

DECEMBER 15, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Mavs Forward Maxi Kleber Out For 'Extended Period' Due to Leg Injury The Dallas Mavericks will be without Maxi Kleber for the foreseeable future due to a tear of his right hamstring.

DECEMBER 15, 2022 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Diagnosed with torn hamstring Updating a previous report, Kleber has been diagnosed with a torn right hamstring and is currently without a return timetable.

Impact Kleber was also battling a sprained knee, which kept him out of Wednesday's game against the Cavs, but the Mavs have since revealed that he tore his hamstring during practice earlier in the week. Per Shams Charania of The Athletic, the knee sprain was set to keep Kleber sidelined for 6-to-8 weeks. While Dallas has not provided an updated return timetable in light of the hamstring tear, the general expectation is that Kleber could end up missing several months.

DECEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Set to miss 6-8 weeks Kleber (knee) will be sidelined for approximately 6-8 weeks, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Impact Kleber sat out Wednesday against Cleveland due to his right knee sprain, and he's since been diagnosed with a torn right hamstring that should keep him off the court until at least late January. He drew considerable playing time off the bench over the first few months of the season and averaged 6.2 points and 3.5 rebounds in 25.6 minutes per game. Christian Wood and Davis Bertans are candidates to see increased run while Kleber is sidelined.

DECEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE