Maxi Kleber Questionable for Mavericks Game Against Cavaliers with Oblique Strain
Maxi Kleber of the Dallas Mavericks is dealing with a right oblique strain. He is listed as questionable for the upcoming game against the Cleveland Cavaliers on January 3rd, 2025. This injury adds to his recent struggles with health issues, including a rib fracture and an illness in December.
What It Means
Kleber’s status as questionable means there is uncertainty about his availability. His absence could impact the team’s rotation at center. This season, he has averaged 2.4 points and 3.2 rebounds per game.
If Kleber cannot play, players like Dereck Lively II and Daniel Gafford may see more minutes. Lively II averages 8.7 points per game while Gafford leads with 11.8 points per game among centers on the team.
