Maxi Kleber Injury News & Updates

Kleber (oblique) totaled one point (0-1 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-2 FT), two rebounds, two blocks and one assist in 14 minutes in Saturday's 122-102 loss to the Hawks.

Though Kleber was acquired last February as a throw-in piece in the deal that sent Luka Doncic to Los Angeles, he didn't make his Lakers debut until Saturday. Following his acquisition from Dallas, Kleber didn't play during the remainder of the 2024-25 season while recovering from Jan. 30 right foot surgery, and he then missed the first nine games of 2025-26 while working his way back from a left oblique strain suffered during the preseason. Now that he's healthy again, Kleber may be able to hold down a spot in the Los Angeles rotation in the short term, but he'll likely be at risk of losing out on playing time as soon as the Lakers get either or both of LeBron James (sciatica) and Austin Reaves (groin) back from injury.

Kleber (oblique) has been upgraded to available and will play Saturday against the Hawks.

Kleber is set to make his regular-season debut in this matchup. He'll add depth to the frontcourt, but he shouldn't carry significant fantasy upside in most formats.

Kleber (oblique) is questionable for Saturday's game in Atlanta, Ryan Ward of LakersNation.com reports.

Kleber has yet to make his regular-season debut, but he'll have a chance to do so Saturday night. However, he's not expected to be a significant part of the rotation.

Kleber (oblique) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Spurs, NBA reporter Jovan Buha reports.

Kleber has yet to play a game this season as he continues to deal with an oblique injury. The next opportunity for him to make his season debut will be Saturday against the Hawks.

Kleber (oblique) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Trail Blazers, Ryan Ward of LakersNation.com reports.

It was thought that Kleber had a shot to make his season debut Monday after missing time with an oblique strain, but he'll need to wait at least a few more days after being downgraded to out. His next opportunity to run the floor will arrive Wednesday against the Spurs.

Kleber (abdomen) is questionable for Monday's game against Portland, Daniel Starkand of LakersNation.com reports.

The door is open for Kleber to make his season debut. Given that he's been out for multiple weeks, the veteran big man would likely be eased back into action if he's healthy enough to play. Kleber is set to battle for the backup center role with Jaxson Hayes this season.

The Lakers announced Tuesday that Kleber will be re-evaluated in two weeks due to an oblique strain, Mike Trudell of Spectrum SportsNet reports.

Kleber has had some awful injury luck since joining the Lakers. He was expected to be a fringe rotation player heading into the season, but now he's got an even bigger hill to climb. Jaxson Hayes and Jarred Vanderbilt could see a slight boost in minutes with this news.

Kleber (abdomen) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Warriors, Daniel Starkand of LakersNation.com reports.

Kleber is dealing with an abdominal muscle strain and is in jeopardy of missing the Lakers' regular-season opener. If the big man is ultimately ruled out, Jaxson Hayes will likely see a slight bump in playing time.

Kleber (quadriceps) has been cleared for action and hopes to play in Friday's preseason finale against the Kings, Dan Woike of The Athletic reports.

A quadriceps injury has bothered Kleber throughout training camp, but he has the green light to return to the floor. The veteran big man should be available off the bench if the Lakers want him to get some final exhibition reps.

Kleber (quadriceps) did some individual work Tuesday, Mark Medina of TheSportingTribune.com reports.

Kleber is continuing his recovery from a quadriceps injury that he suffered in practice last Tuesday. The veteran big man can be labeled questionable for Sunday's preseason game against the Warriors. Jaxson Hayes and Jarred Vanderbilt will remain candidates for an increased role until Kleber is cleared for action.

Kleber (quad) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Suns, Thuc Nhi Nguyen of the Los Angeles Timesreports.

Kleber suffered a quad injury during Tuesday's practice, which is a concerning sign for the team after he played only one playoff game with the Lakers following his trade from Dallas to Los Angeles. However, it doesn't appear to be a severe injury that will keep him sidelined for long, following promising MRI results.

Kleber tweaked a quadriceps muscle during Wednesday's practice, Mike Trudell of Spectrum SportsNet reports.

Kleber played in only one game for the Lakers after being traded by the Mavericks in the Luka Doncic deal. That debut was Game 5 of the first-round playoff series against the Timberwolves, which turned out to be the last game of the 2024-25 campaign for Los Angeles. Suffering a quadriceps injury this early isn't a great sign for Kleber, who maintained he was fully healthy during the team's Media Day earlier this week. It remains to be seen how severe this injury is and whether it'll impact his status for the preseason.

Kleber (foot) is out for Sunday's game against the Trail Blazers, Dave McMenamin of ESPN.com reports.

Kleber hasn't played for the Lakers since Jan. 25, and he won't be available for the final game of the regular season, either. It's unclear if he'll have a role in the rotation once the playoffs start April 19, but that scenario seems unlikely. He'd operate as one of the backup options at center behind Jaxson Hayes (hand) in a best-case scenario.

Kleber (foot) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Rockets, Daniel Starkand of LakersNation.com reports.

Kleber has yet to suit up for the Lakers while recovering from surgery on his right foot that he underwent on Jan. 30. However, the Lakers announced Thursday that the big man has returned to on-court activities, per Ryan Ward of LakersNation.com, which is a positive sign ahead of the playoffs. Kleber's last chance to suit up during the regular season will come Sunday against Portland.

The Lakers announced Thursday that Maxi Kleber has progressed to on-court activities, Ryan Ward of LakersNation.com reports.

Kleber underwent right foot surgery on Jan. 30, with an uncertain timetable for his return to the floor. The Lakers newcomer appears to be getting closer to being cleared to play, but it remains unclear if he'll make his debut with Los Angeles this season.

Kleber will have his surgically repaired right foot re-evaluated in eight weeks, Jovan Buha of The Athletic reports.

Kleber recently went down with a right foot fracture while with the Mavericks, which resulted in needing surgery. There seems to be a decent chance that the veteran big man could miss the rest of the season, but the Lakers might hope he can return for the playoffs.

The Mavericks are sending Kleber, Luka Doncic (calf) and Markieff Morris to the Lakers in exchange for Anthony Davis (abdomen), Max Christie and a 2029 first-round pick while the Jazz receive Jalen Hood-Schifino (hamstring) and two 2025 second-round picks, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

Kleber was involved in Saturday night's three-team blockbuster trade that centered around Doncic and Davis. Kleber's involvement in the trade was mostly to match salaries as he underwent surgery Thursday to repair a fractured right foot, which could have him out for the rest of the 2024-25 season. However, Kleber could return for the playoffs should the Lakers qualify and would provide Los Angeles with a big man who can stretch the floor.

The Mavericks announced Thursday that Kleber has undergone surgery to repair a right foot fracture and an update will be provided when appropriate.

Kleber sustained the injury against Boston on Jan. 25 and is expected to miss an extended period while recovering from surgery. The big man has yet to be officially ruled out for the remainder of the season, though with Kleber and Dereck Lively (ankle) out indefinitely, the club will have to rely heavily on Daniel Gafford and P.J. Washington in the frontcourt. Moreover, Olivier-Maxence Prosper and Kessler Edwards will likely see an uptick in playing time off the bench moving forward.

Kleber has been diagnosed with a broken right foot and will miss an extended period of time, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

The Mavericks suffered a big blow to their depth, with Kleber expected to miss a considerable amount of time with his broken right foot. Dallas hasn't had much luck with injuries, as they are already without starters Luka Doncic (calf) and Dereck Lively (ankle). Daniel Gafford will likely continue to have an increased workload in the frontcourt while head coach Jason Kidd and company try to figure out how to pivot after losing a key piece to their roster in Dallas.

Kleber has been ruled out for the rest of Saturday's game against the Celtics due to a right ankle injury, Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.com reports.

Kleber exited at the 4:18 mark of the third quarter due to the ankle injury, and it appears serious enough for him to not return for the fourth quarter. He'll finish his night with one point (0-6 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), one rebound, one assist and one block over 11 minutes. Olivier-Maxence Prosper should see increased playing time off the bench due to Kleber's injury.

Kleber is coming off the bench in Tuesday's game against the Lakers.

The Mavericks will opt to deploy a smaller starting lineup Tuesday after going with a big first unit against Memphis' towering frontcort Monday. Spencer Dinwiddie will take Kleber's spot in the first unit against the Lakers. Over 20 games as a reserve in 2024-25, Kleber has averaged 3.1 rebounds, 2.5 points and 0.8 assists in 18.9 minutes, so he's not worthy of much fantasy attention.

Kleber will start in Monday's game against the Grizzlies, Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.com reports.

Kleber and Naji Marshall will supplant Spencer Dinwiddie and Quentin Grimes in the starting five Monday, as the Mavericks will go without a traditional point guard in the first unit. Kleber has started in three games thus far, during which he has averaged 1.7 points, 4.0 rebounds and 1.7 assists across 20.7 minutes per contest.

Kleber (oblique) has been cleared to play against the Cavaliers, Grant Afseth of Sportskeeda.

Kleber is available to help the Mavericks on Friday as the team takes on the Cavaliers in Dallas. He has had some rough performances lately, scoring only five points combined over the last three games after dropping 15 points against the Suns last Saturday.

Kleber is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Cavaliers.

Kleber is in jeopardy of missing his first game in over two weeks due to the oblique injury. If the big man is sidelined, Olivier-Maxence Prosper and Dwight Powell are candidates for a slight bump in minutes.

Kleber is in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Trail Blazers, Mike Curtis of The Dallas Morning News reports.

The Mavericks will be without Dereck Lively (hip), P.J. Washington (suspension) and Naji Marshall (suspension), so the lack of depth in the frontcourt will translate to Kleber getting the start. Kleber will be making his first start since Nov. 16.

Kleber posted 15 points (5-7 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 4-4 FT), seven rebounds, two assists and one steal in 26 minutes off the bench during Friday's 98-89 win over the Suns.

With Dereck Lively (hip) unavailable, Kleber stepped into a bigger role and delivered a season scoring high while tying his season high in rebounds. The veteran center had managed just nine total points in his prior four contests however, and with Lively not expected to be sidelined for long, Kleber's surge of fantasy relevance is likely to be brief.

Kleber (rib) tallied zero points (0-1 FG) and two rebounds in 13 minutes in Thursday's 118-95 loss to the Clippers.

Kleber had missed the Mavericks' previous three games with a fractured rib and an illness, but he was given the green light to play Thursday after putting in a full practice earlier this week. The 32-year-old has logged fewer than 20 minutes in each of his last three appearances and will likely struggle to see meaningful playing time so long as Dereck Lively, Daniel Gafford and PJ Washington are all available in the frontcourt.

Kleber (rib) isn't listed on the Mavericks' injury report ahead of Thursday's game against the Clippers.

Kleber had missed three straight games due to an illness and a fractured rib, but he's been given the green light to suit up after practicing Tuesday. Kleber is averaging 1.7 points and 3.0 rebounds across 17.0 minutes per game this season.

Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd said that Kleber (rib) practiced Tuesday, Mike Curtis of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Kleber has missed the Mavericks' last three games, with his absence initially attributed to his absence before Dallas also listed him with a fractured rib as of Saturday. However, Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.com noted that Kleber took part in conditioning work Sunday before he was involved in practice Tuesday, so perhaps his rib injury isn't as significant as it sounds. The extent of Kleber's participation in practice Tuesday isn't known, and if he ended up being limited, he could still remain out for Dallas' next game Thursday versus the Clippers.

Kleber has been diagnosed with a fractured rib, Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.com reports.

The Mavericks ruled Kleber out of Sunday's game against the Warriors due to an illness, but the rib injury suggests he'll be sidelined for a longer period than initially expected. His absence shouldn't affect many fantasy squads, though, as he's averaging a mere 17.0 minutes per game across 14 appearances (two starts) this season.

Kleber (illness) is out for Sunday's game versus the Warriors, Eddie Sefko of the Mavericks' official site reports.

Kleber will miss his third straight contest Sunday due to an illness. The 32-year-old big man's next chance to suit up is Thursday's outing against the Clippers.

Coach Jason Kidd said that Kleber (illness) didn't participate in Friday's practice, Mike Curtis of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Kleber is in jeopardy of missing his third consecutive outing in Sunday's matchup against the Warriors due to an illness. The veteran big man can be considered questionable at best for Sunday until the team provides an update on his status. Over his last five appearances, Kleber has averaged 0.6 points and 3.0 rebounds across 21.4 minutes per game.

Kleber (illness) will not play Tuesday against the Thunder, Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.com reports.

Kleber will miss a second straight contest Tuesday and remains day-to-day. His absence won't have a big impact on the rotation, as he's averaging 17.0 minutes per contest this season.

Kleber (illness) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Raptors.

Kleber is under the weather and will not play Saturday. His next chance to play will be Tuesday against the Thunder. With Kleber sidelined, P.J. Washington and Quentin Grimes are in line to see an uptick in playing time.

Kleber (illness) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Raptors, Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.com reports.

Kleber appears to be under the weather, and his status for Saturday's game is up in the air. If Kleber is unable to play, Quentin Grimes, P.J. Washington and Spencer Dinwiddie would all be candidates to see an uptick in playing time.

Kleber provided zero points (0-1 FG, 0-1 3Pt) and three rebounds in 10 minutes during Tuesday's 121-116 victory over Memphis.

Kleber was limited to just 10 minutes, the fewest he has played in more than a week. A couple of injuries to other players in recent times had opened up some additional playing time for Kleber. Unfortunately, he failed to make the most of the opportunity, scoring a total of just 10 points in the past seven games. As long as the frontcourt is relatively healthy, Kleber is unlikely to be a difference-maker moving forward.

Kleber will come off the bench during Sunday's game against the Thunder, Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.com reports.

Kleber started the last two games due to P.J. Washington dealing with a knee injury, but he will shift back to a bench role Sunday. Kleber holds averages of 2.5 points and 2.3 rebounds in 15.0 minutes per game across four appearances this season.

Kleber (hamstring) started at power forward and produced three points (1-2 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-2 FT) in 17 minutes in Thursday's 115-113 loss to the Jazz.

Kleber had missed seven straight games with a hamstring strain before being cleared for action last Sunday. He hadn't gotten off the bench in either of the Mavericks' previous two contests in coach's decisions, but Kleber entered the starting five Thursday while Naji Marshall moved back to the bench after starting in the prior four contests. Marshall still saw significantly more playing time (34 minutes) than Kleber, who could find himself back outside of the rotation when P.J. Washington (knee) and/or Kyrie Irving (shoulder) are available again after both sat out Thursday.

Kleber will enter the starting lineup in Thursday's game against the Jazz, Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.com reports.

Despite Naji Marshall filling in as the starting power forward in P.J. Washington's (knee) absence thus far, Kleber will get the spot start and play for the first time since Oct. 26. The big man has appeared in only two regular-season games this year due mainly to a right hamstring strain, and he averaged 2.5 points, 2.5 rebounds and 1.5 assists across 15.5 minutes per game.

Kleber (hamstring) will play during Sunday's game against the Nuggets, Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.com reports.

Kleber was deemed doubtful ahead of Sunday's contest, but he will shed his injury designation and suit up. Kleber could find himself in a significant role due to Dereck Lively (shoulder) and P.J. Washington (knee) being out of the lineup.

Kleber (hamstring) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game versus the Nuggets, Mike Curtis of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Kleber is expected to remain sidelined for his eighth straight contest due to a strained right hamstring. With P.J. Washington (knee) and Dereck Lively (shoulder) also doubtful, Naji Marshall and Dwight Powell should receive increased playing time in Dallas' frontcourt.

Kleber (hamstring) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Suns.

Kleber will miss his seventh consecutive game due to a right hamstring strain. The big man was deemed doubtful before being ruled out, and his next chance to suit up will come Sunday versus Denver. With P.J. Washington also ruled out, Naji Marshall and Olivier-Maxence Prosper are both candidates for an uptick in playing time.

Kleber (hamstring) has been upgraded to doubtful for Friday's contest against Phoenix, Brad Townsend of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Kleber has not played since October 26 due to his hamstring injury, but being upgraded to doubtful is an encouraging sign that he may make his return soon. With P.J. Washington (knee) also out, Naji Marshall and Olivier-Maxence Prosper will see extended playing time until one of Kleber or Washington returns.

Kleber (hamstring) is out for Wednesday's game against Chicago.

Kleber played off the bench in the first two games of the season and hasn't been able to step on the hardwood since. The big man doesn't have a clear timetable for his return.

Kleber (hamstring) will not play Monday against the Pacers.

Kleber will be sidelined for his fifth straight contest Monday, and it's unclear how soon he will be able to return. His next chance comes Wednesday against the Bulls.

Kleber (hamstring) won't play in Sunday's game versus the Magic.

Kleber will miss his fourth straight contest Sunday due to a right hamstring strain. His next chance to suit up is Monday's matchup with Indiana.

Head coach Jason Kidd stated Kleber (hamstring) is doing well in his recovery but wouldn't speak on whether the center would return during the team's current home stand, Noah Weber of The Smoking Cuban reports.

The Mavs have four more games after Thursday on the current home stand, so the fact that Kidd is unwilling to commit to a return during that time likely means Kleber will miss at least a few more contests. Dereck Lively and Dwight Powell should handle the majority of the backup center minutes until Kleber returns.

Kleber (hamstring) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against Houston.

Kleber will be sidelined for a third consecutive game due to a right hamstring strain. Daniel Gafford and Dereck Lively will continue starring at the center position, although Kleber's ongoing absence removes the element of shooting from the Mavericks' center position.

Coach Jason Kidd said Monday that Kleber (hamstring) will not travel with the team for Tuesday's game against the Timberwolves, Brad Townsend of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Kleber is dealing with a right hamstring injury that will hold him out of both Monday and Tuesday's games. However, Kidd said the injury is not expected to be a long-term setback for the big man. The 32-year-old's next opportunity to feature will come Thursday against the Rockets in Dallas.

Kleber (hamstring) will not play Monday against the Jazz, Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.com reports.

This isn't a surprise after Kleber was absent from the morning shootaround. It remains to be seen if Kleber will be available Tuesday against the Timberwolves. Naji Marshall is a candidate to see more minutes with Kleber sidelined against Utah.

Kleber (hamstring) was not present at Monday's morning shootaround, Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.com reports.

Kleber left Saturday's loss to the Suns due to a right hamstring injury, and based on this latest update, he could be set to miss his first game of the campaign. If Kleber is held out, Naji Marshall could potentially soak up a handful of minutes.

Kleber (hamstring) is questionable for Monday's game against the Jazz.

Kleber left Saturday's loss to the Suns due to a right hamstring injury and may miss his first game of the season Monday. If he's downgraded to out, Naji Marshall is a candidate for increased minutes, while Olivier-Maxence Prosper or Dwight Powell could enter the rotation as well.

Kleber won't return to Saturday's game against the Suns due to a right hamstring injury, according to Tim MacMahon of ESPN.com.

Kleber dealt with several injuries in the 2023-24 season, and this isn't a positive sign for his prospects of earning minutes in the frontcourt. However, with Daniel Gafford and Dereck Lively ahead of him in the depth chart, Kleber's upside is already minimal in most fantasy formats, so his potential absence shouldn't affect many rosters going forward. The Mavericks' next game is against the Jazz on Monday, and it remains to be seen if Kleber will be able to recover before that matchup.

Kleber (ankle) has been cleared to play in Thursday's game against the Spurs, Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.com reports.

Kleber is no longer appearing on the injury report after sitting out the entire preseason. He's been able to practice since Oct. 18, but it's unclear if he'll face any restrictions for Opening Night.

Kleber (ankle) participated in Friday's practice ahead of the club's regular-season opener against the Spurs on Thursday, Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.com reports.

Kleber was held out of the preseason due to a sprained ankle, though his return to practice bodes well for his status to open the regular season. The 32-year-old will likely compete for playing time with Olivier-Maxence Prosper, Naji Marshall and Dwight Powell in a stacked frontcourt behind P.J. Washington, Daniel Gafford and Dereck Lively.

Kleber (ankle) won't play in Thursday's preseason game versus the Bucks, Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.com reports.

Kleber has yet to suit up this preseason while dealing with a sprained ankle. His next chance to suit up will be Dallas' regular-season opener against San Antonio on Oct. 24.

Kleber (ankle) won't play in Monday's preseason game against the Clippers.

Kleber won't make his preseason debut Monday night due to an ankle sprain. His last chance to suit up for an exhibition will arrive Thursday against the Bucks before the regular season begins Oct. 24 against the Spurs.

Kleber (ankle) will not play in Thursday's preseason game against the Jazz.

Kleber has yet to suit up for any of Dallas' two preseason games, and while his next chance to feature will come against the Clippers on Monday, it wouldn't be surprising if he misses another game or two. He's working to be ready for the start of the regular season against the Spurs on Oct. 24, but even in the scenario he's healthy for the first game of the campaign, he'd have a minimal role at best.

Kleber (ankle) will not play in Monday's preseason game against Memphis.

Kleber has yet to return to practice after tweaking his ankle early on in training camp. With so much competition in the frontcourt, Kleber is looking at a minimal role at best this season.

Kleber did not participate in Wednesday's practice due to an ankle sprain, Mike Curtis of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Coach Jason Kidd noted that Kleber is "a little ways away" from returning to practice, so his ankle sprain is notable despite training camp having just begun. Dallas is well-stocked at center, and Dwight Powell should absorb more third-string practice reps in Kleber's absence.

Kleber (shoulder) played 13 minutes and finished with two points (1-3 FG, 0-2 3Pt), one rebound and one assist in Tuesday's 105-100 loss to the Timberwolves in Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals.

The Mavericks were without backup center Dereck Lively (neck) for Game 4, but the return of Kleber from an AC joint sprain in his right shoulder -- which he suffered in Game 6 of the opening-round series against the Clippers -- helped restore some depth in the frontcourt. Kleber and Dwight Powell (three minutes) saw only light run behind Daniel Gafford (31 minutes) and P.J. Washington (42 minutes), and if Lively is back for Game 5 on Thursday, Kleber could see his playing time decline further.

Kleber (shoulder) has been cleared to play in Tuesday's Game 4 against the Timberwolves, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Kleber has been on the sidelines since May 3 with an AC joint separation, but he returned to practice Monday. The fact that the Mavericks are clearing him to play prior to warmups is also a good sign. Kleber could absorb some of the minutes that Dereck Lively (neck) was getting recently.

Kleber (shoulder) is questionable for Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals against the Timberwolves on Tuesday.

Kleber has been sidelined since May 3 due to an AC joint separation, but he's closing in on a return to action. He participated in Monday's practice session and will be in the mix to return to game action Tuesday, although the Mavericks will likely monitor his status ahead of tipoff before officially determining his availability. Even if Kleber isn't cleared for Tuesday's matchup, it wouldn't be surprising to see him return later in the Western Conference Finals, if necessary, or for a potential run in the NBA Finals.

Kleber (shoulder) participated in Monday's practice, Brad Townsend of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Kleber appears to be progressing towards an eventual return after being diagnosed with a AC joint separation earlier this month. More clarity on Kleber's status is expected when the Mavericks release their official injury report Monday evening ahead of Tuesday's Game 4 tilt against Minnesota.

Kleber (shoulder) won't play Sunday in Game 3 of the Mavericks' Western Conference Finals series with the Timberwolves.

Kleber is dealing with a right AC joint separation and remains without a clear timetable to return. His next chance to play will be Tuesday for Game 4.

Kleber (shoulder) will not play in Game 2 against the Timberwolves on Friday.

No surprises here, as Kleber remains without an official timetable to return. His next chance to play will be Sunday for Game 3, but it's not looking promising.

The Mavericks announced Sunday that Kleber (shoulder) has been diagnosed with a right shoulder AC joint separation and will be re-evaluated in three weeks.

As expected, Kleber will miss significant time after a scary fall during the Mavericks' series-clinching Game 6 win over the Clippers on Friday. Given the timetable, Kleber will miss all of the second-round series against Oklahoma City and would likely remain sidelined for at least the first few games of the Western Conference Finals if Dallas can advance past the top-seeded Thunder.

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 reports.

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.

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.

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.

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 Western Conference playoffs.

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.

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.

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.

Kleber is out for Sunday's game against the Thunder due to low back spasms.

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).

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

Kleber (knee) will not play Friday against the Warriors, Grant Afseth of SI.com reports.

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

Kleber (knee) is listed as probable for Thursday's game versus the Heat.

Kleber continues to deal with a nagging knee injury but isn't expected to miss Thursday's contest. If the 31-year-old big man is upgraded to available, he should serve as one of Dallas' primary bench options in the frontcourt.

Kleber (knee) will play Tuesday versus Indiana.

Kleber has been cleared alongside Luka Doncic (ankle) and Derrick Jones (shoulder), bringing the Mavericks rotation to full strength Tuesday. Kleber has compiled three points, seven rebounds and four assists across 46 minutes in his last two contests.

Kleber is questionable for Tuesday's game versus Indiana with left knee soreness, Brad Townsend of The Dallas Morning Newsreports.

The Mavericks are a little banged up heading into Tuesday. Derrick Jones (shoulder) and Luka Doncic (ankle) are also carrying questionable tags for Dallas. Kleber has averaged 24.6 minutes over his past five games with 3.4 points, 3.4 rebounds and 1.4 assists.

Kleber (toe) will be available to play Friday against the Celtics.

Kleber sat out the second leg of a back-to-back Wednesday, but he'll be back in action Friday night and he should be ready to resume his usual workload in the mid-20s. With Kleber back in the rotation, Daniel Gafford will likely see his minutes dip.

Kleber (toe) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Raptors.

Kleber will rest on the second leg of this back-to-back, but there's a decent chance he'll return for Friday's game in Boston. Expect some extra minutes for Derrick Jones and P.J. Washington with Kleber watching from the sidelines.

Kleber (toe, nose) is doubtful for Wednesday's game versus Toronto.

Wednesday's game is the second leg of a back-to-back set, and it appears that the veteran will get the night off to rest his various injuries. Derrick Jones and P.J. Washington could see a slight uptick in minutes as a result.

Kleber (nose) is active for Tuesday's game versus Cleveland.

Kleber will suit up for his third consecutive contest, slotting into a fully healthy Mavericks' frontcourt. The 32-year-old is far removed from fantasy radar at this time.

Kleber (nose) is probable for Tuesday's game against the Cavaliers.

Kleber, Luka Doncic (nose), Dereck Lively (nose) and Josh Green (elbow) are all probable, so while the Mavericks' injury report is long, they'll likely be close to full strength versus Cleveland. Kleber's operated off the bench in his last three appearances and hasn't produced much, averaging 5.0 points and 2.7 rebounds in 24.7 minutes per game.

Kleber (nose) is available for Sunday's game against the Pacers.

As expected, Kleber, Luka Doncic (nose) and Dereck Lively (nose) have all been upgraded from probable to available. With Dallas' frontcourt at full strength, Kleber is expected to come off the bench, but he should still play a sizable role. On Friday, he posted seven points, two rebounds, one assist and one steal in 26 minutes during a win over Phoenix.

Kleber (nose) is listed as probable for Sunday's game versus the Pacers.

Kleber is expected to play in his second straight game Sunday despite having his injury designation change from a toe injury to a nasal fracture. If Kleber is upgraded to available, he should continue to serve as one of Dallas' primary options off the bench in the frontcourt.

Kleber (toe) will be available for Thursday's game against the Suns, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Kleber should be good to go for minutes in the mid-20s Thursday, but on a 12-game night, there are more attractive streaming options out there. Kleber should be good for some triples, but he doesn't offer a ton outside of that one category.

Kleber (toe) is listed as probable for Thursday's game versus the Suns.

Kleber is expected to return to action Thursday after missing Dallas' previous contest with a right dislocated toe. If Kleber is upgraded to available, he will likely serve as a primary backup in the Mavericks' frontcourt.

Kleber (toe) won't play in Wednesday's game versus the Spurs, Tim MacMahon of ESPN.com reports.

Kleber has been downgraded from questionable to out Wednesday due to a right small toe dislocation. The 31-year-old big man hasn't suffered any setback, but Dallas is opting to play it cautiously with the injury that caused him to miss a lengthy period earlier this season. Kleber should be available to suit up against Phoenix on Feb. 22 after the All-Star Break.

Kleber is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game versus the Spurs due to a right small toe dislocation and a nasal fracture, Grant Afseth of SI.com reports.

Kleber has consistently received questionable tags but has played through his toe and nasal injuries in Dallas' last nine contests. If Kleber is cleared to play yet again, he will likely compete for backup center minutes.

Kleber will play with the second unit while Daniel Gafford enters the starting lineup in Monday's game against the Wizards, Mark Followill of Bally Sports Southwest reports.

Kleber exiting the starting lineup could mark the beginning of a new trend in Gafford's second game with the Mavericks. Kleber is averaging 3.4 points, 2.5 rebounds and 1.5 assists in 11 games off the bench this season.

Kleber (toe) is available for Monday's game against Washington, Brad Townsend of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Kleber continues to deal with a right small toe dislocation, but he was probable ahead of Monday's game and will officially be able to suit up once again. He could draw another start since Dereck Lively (nose) has been ruled out.

Kleber (toe) will be listed as probable for Monday's game against the Wizards, Grant Afseth of SI.com reports.

Kleber has been a regular on Dallas injury reports throughout February, but he has yet to miss any games this month while being listed with a right small toe dislocation as well as a nasal fracture. The 32-year-old made his fifth straight start in Saturday's 146-111 win over the Thunder, finishing with 12 points, 12 rebounds, three assists, one steal and one block in 25 minutes. With the Mavericks already ruling out Dereck Lively (nose) for Monday's contest, Kleber could start again and will likely be in store for a split of the minutes at center with the newly acquired Daniel Gafford.

Kleber (toe) is available for Saturday's game versus the Thunder, Brett Dawson of SelloutCrowd.com reports.

Kleber has been upgraded from questionable to available Saturday despite dealing with a dislocated toe. With Dereck Lively (nose) out, Kleber should continue to start at center.

Kleber (toe) is questionable for Saturday's game against Oklahoma City.

Kleber has dealt with a dislocated toe recently but has been available for the last seven games. During that time, he's averaged 7.6 points, 2.6 rebounds and 2.0 assists in 24.4 minutes per game. However, he could see his role decline if P.J. Washington (recently traded) makes his team debut Saturday.

Kleber (toe) will be available to play Thursday against the Knicks.

With Dereck Lively (nose) still out and Grant Williams heading to Charlotte, Kleber should remain a starter and get all the run he can handle. However, he's not the most consistent producer, so there are likely better streaming options available on Thursday's nine-game slate.

Kleber (toe) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Knicks.

Kleber has been available for the last six matchups, but he continues to deal with a dislocated toe. He's started in his last three appearances, averaging 14.0 points, 3.3 assists and 3.0 rebounds in 30.3 minutes per game.

Kleber (toe) is active for Tuesday's game against Brooklyn, Grant Afseth of SI.com reports.

Kleber will suit up for his sixth consecutive game, and he has logged at least 27 minutes in his last two appearances -- both of which have been starts. Dereck Lively (nose) remains sidelined Tuesday, so Kleber's size and spacing ability could be leaned on against opposing center Nicolas Claxton.

Kleber (toe/rest) is probable for Tuesday's game against the Nets.

Kleber racked up 14 points (6-8 FG, 2-4 3Pt), four rebounds, five assists and one block in 27 minutes during Monday's 118-102 win over the 76ers and will likely play in the second half of Dallas' back-to-back set Tuesday. When healthy, Kleber is an important rotational piece for the Mavericks.

Kleber racked up 14 points (6-8 FG, 2-4 3Pt), four rebounds, five assists and one block in 27 minutes during Monday's 118-102 win over the 76ers.

Kleber delivered excellent efficiency on a modest workload, while operating as a hub for facilitating in the Mavericks' offense and anchoring the paint with Dereck Lively (nose) inactive. Kleber's physicality was especially notable in guarding the contact-initiation of Tyrese Maxey. When healthy, Kleber is an important rotational piece for Dallas.

Kleber (toe) is available for Monday's game against the 76ers.

Kleber will shake off a questionable tag and suit up for a fifth straight game despite battling soreness due to his right small toe dislocation. With Dereck Lively (nose) sidelined, Kleber is in line to make a second straight start. On Saturday, Kleber scored a season-high 21 points (8-11 FG) in 34 minutes during a loss to Milwaukee, marking just his third start of the campaign.

Kleber is questionable for Monday's game against the 76ers due to a right small toe dislocation.

Kleber has appeared in the last four games but is dealing with a toe injury ahead of Monday's matchup. If he's cleared to suit up, he'll likely maintain an increased role since Dereck Lively (nose) will be unavailable once again.

Kleber finished Saturday's 129-117 loss to the Bucks with 21 points (8-11 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 1-1 FT), three rebounds, two assists and two steals in 34 minutes.

Kleber burst onto the scene, logging his third start across just 14 appearances this season en route to his first game exceeding seven points. Saturday also marked his first game logging over 26 minutes this season, which was partially due to Dereck Lively (nose) being inactive. Nonetheless, a healthy, productive Kleber would be a big upgrade to the spacing in the Mavericks' frontcourt moving forward.

Kleber will start against the Bucks on Saturday, Grant Afseth of SI.com reports.

Dereck Lively (nose) will miss the next two games for Dallas, and Kleber will slide into the first unit at the expense of Richaun Holmes. In two starts this season, Kleber posted averages of 5.0 points, 6.0 rebounds, 1.5 assists, 1.5 blocks and 1.0 three-pointers.

Kleber (nose) will play in Saturday's game against the Bucks, Grant Afseth of SI.com reports.

Kleber was upgraded to probable Saturday afternoon and will suit up as expected. With Dereck Lively (nose) sidelined, Kleber could pick up some extra minutes against Milwaukee.

Kleber (nose) is probable for Saturday's game against the Bucks.

Kleber was initially expected to be deemed questionable for Saturday's matchup due to a nasal fracture, but it appears likely that he'll be able to suit up despite the issue. Over his last three appearances, he's averaged 3.0 points and 1.7 rebounds in 17.7 minutes per game.

Kleber is questionable for Saturday's game against the Bucks due to a nasal fracture, Grant Afseth of SI.com reports.

Kleber has appeared in eight of the Mavericks' last nine contests after returning from a broken toe, averaging 3.8 points, 2.3 rebounds, 1.1 assists and 0.9 blocks in 19.0 minutes per game. However, he's now dealing with a broken nose, though he won't have to wear a mask if he's cleared to suit up, per Brad Townsend of The Dallas Morning News. Dereck Lively is also questionable with a nasal fracture, so Dallas may be without two of its top frontcourt options versus Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Bucks.

Kleber (toe) will play Monday against Orlando.

Kleber will suit up for a second consecutive game in a healthy center rotation anchored by Dereck Lively with light minutes mixed in for Dwight Powell and Richaun Holmes. Kleber has averaged 4.7 points and 2.3 rebounds in 20.3 minutes across his last three appearances.

Kleber (toe) is probable for Monday's game against the Magic.

Kleber continues to deal with soreness in the toe he dislocated earlier in the campaign, but he's expected to suit up for a second straight contest. On Saturday, Kleber played 13 minutes off the bench, posting five points (2-6 FG) and two rebounds in a loss to the Kings.

Kleber (toe) will play in Saturday's game against the Kings.

Kleber was an unexpected scratch ahead of Friday's game due to lingering soreness in high right small toe, but he will return to the lineup Saturday. In his last five games, Kleber holds averages of 4.2 points, 2.6 rebounds and 1.6 assists in 19.8 minutes per contest.

Kleber (toe) has been given a questionable designation ahead of Saturday's game versu the Kings.

Kleber was considered probable before Friday's game against the Hawks before becoming a late scratch. His status Saturday will likely depend on how his toe is feeling closer to game time. If he cannot give it a go, Grant Williams and Richaun Holmes could see increased roles.

Kleber (toe) won't play in Friday's game versus the Hawks.

Kleber has been downgraded from probable all the way to out Friday due to a right small toe dislocation that caused him to miss 31 contests earlier in the season. With Dwight Powell (eye) also out, Grant Williams and Richaun Holmes are candidates to receive increased playing time. Kleber's next chance to suit up is Saturday's matchup with Sacramento.

Kleber is listed as probable for Friday's game versus the Hawks due to a right small toe dislocation.

Kleber appears to have re-aggravated the injury that caused him to sit out 31 consecutive games earlier in the season. However, the 31-year-old big man is expected to play Friday.

Kleber will come off the bench for Wednesday's game against the Lakers.

Kleber made a spot start Monday with Derrick Jones sidelined with a calf injury, but he'll return to the bench with Jones back in action Wednesday. In two games since returning from a 31-game absence due to a toe injury, Kleber is averaging 3.0 points, 3.5 rebounds and 1.0 blocks during 15.0 minutes per game.

Kleber will start Monday's game against the Pelicans, Grant Afseth of SI.com reports.

Kleber was cleared to suit up earlier Monday, marking his second straight appearance following a 31-game absence. Not only is he available, but Kleber has been thrust into the starting lineup with Derrick Jones (calf) sidelined. It'll be Kleber's first start since Opening Night, but he's made 141 career starts for Dallas, so it's a role he's familiar with.

Kleber (toe) is available for Monday's game against the Pelicans, Grant Afseth of SI.com reports.

As expected, Kleber has been upgraded from probable to available. He made his long-awaited return Saturday following a 31-game absence, posting two points, two rebounds and one steal in 11 minutes off the bench. He figures to see a similar workload during Monday's rematch.

Kleber (toe) is listed as probable ahead of Monday's game against the Pelicans.

Kleber had been sidelined since Nov. 8 with a dislocated toe before making his return on Saturday, where he posted two points, two rebounds, one assist and a steal in 11 minutes. The 31-year-old pro has been given a probable tag ahead of Monday's game, so he should be able to suit up barring a setback. With Derrick Jones (calf) listed as doubtful, Kleber could be in line for an uptick in minutes if he can go.

Kleber (toe) scored two points (1-3 FG, 0-2 3Pt) and added two rebounds, one assist and one steal across 11 minutes Saturday in the Mavericks' 118-108 loss to the Pelicans.

Kleber, who had been sidelined since Nov. 8 with a fractured toe, was finally cleared to return to action, though he took hold of only a minor role in the Dallas rotation. The Mavericks will likely keep close tabs on Kleber's playing time over the next several games, though the 31-year-old shouldn't be expected to take on a regular 20-plus-minute role even once he's fully ramped up. Once Dereck Lively (ankle) is back in action, Kleber will primarily be competing with Dwight Powell, Derrick Jones and Grant Williams for minutes in the frontcourt.

Kleber (toe) will play in Saturday's game against the Pelicans, Grant Afseth of SI.com reports.

This will be Kleber's first action since Nov. 8, and his return will be a welcome sight for a Dallas team that is very shorthanded. However, Kleber will be eased back into the rotation and is expected to see 12-to-15 minutes Saturday.

Kleber (toe) has been upgraded to probable for Saturday's game against the Pelicans.

Kleber hasn't played since Nov. 8 due to a right toe dislocation. However, the fact that he got upgraded to probable suggests he's trending in the right direction.

Kleber (toe) is questionable for Saturday's game versus the Pelicans, NBA writer Marc Stein reports.

Kleber hasn't played since Nov. 8 due to a right toe dislocation. However, Kleber being upgraded to questionable for Saturday's contest is a good sign of his availability going forward.

Kleber (toe) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Knicks, Grant Afseth of SI.com reports.

Kleber was considered doubtful for Thursday's matchup, so it isn't very surprising to see him ruled out once again. His next chance to return will be Saturday against the Pelicans.

Kleber (toe) is listed as doubtful for Thursday's game versus the Knicks.

Kleber has missed Dallas' while dealing with a dislocated left toe. While Kleber isn't expected to play Thursday, his upgraded status to doubtful is a good sign that he is nearing a return.

Kleber (toe) won't play in Sunday's game versus the Timberwolves.

Kleber will miss his 29th straight game Sunday due to left toe dislocation. Until the Mavericks provide an update on his return timetable, Kleber can be considered week-to-week.

Kleber (toe) won't play in Friday's game versus Portland.

Kleber's absence streak will extend to 28 games Friday due to a dislocated left toe. His next chance to suit up is Sunday's matchup with Minnesota.

Kleber (toe) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Trail Blazers.

Kleber hasn't played since Nov. 8. He doesn't have a timetable for return and can be considered doubtful for future contests, barring a return to practice.

Kleber (toe) remains out for Monday's game against Utah.

Kleber has been sidelined since Nov. 8 and he remains without a timetable to return. He should be considered doubtful at best for Wednesday's game against Portland.

Kleber (toe) is out for Saturday's game versus the Warriors.

Kleber hasn't played since Nov. 8 due to a toe injury. His next chance to suit up is Monday's matchup with Utah.

Kleber (toe) won't play in Thursday's game versus the Timberwolves.

Kleber's absence streak will extend to 24 games Thursday due to a dislocated right toe. His return timetable is uncertain.

Kleber (toe) will not play in Wednesday's game against the Cavaliers.

Kleber has been sidelined since Nov. 10 and he remains without a timetable to return. He should be considered doubtful at best for Thursday's game against Minnesota.

Kleber (toe) is out for Monday's game against the Suns.

Kleber has appeared in just five games this season, his last game coming Nov.10, due to a dislocated toe on his right foot. He will remain sidelined once again Monday with no clear timetable for his return.

Kleber (toe) won't play in Saturday's game against San Antonio.

Kleber hasn't played since Nov. 10 due to a dislocated toe on his right foot. He remains without a timetable for return.

Kleber (toe) will not play in Friday's game versus Houston.

This will be the 20th game in a row on the sidelines for Kleber, and he remains without a timetable to return.

Kleber (toe) will not play Wednesday versus the Clippers.

Kleber remains without an exact timetable for return amid his recovery from a dislocated right toe. Dwight Powell and Richaun Holmes have stepped up in his absence, especially with Dereck Lively (ankle) set to miss his second consecutive game Wednesday.

Kleber (toe) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Nuggets.

Kleber will be unavailable for an 18th consecutive game due to a dislocated right toe. His next chance to return will be Wednesday against the Clippers, but it's not yet clear when he'll be back in action.

Kleber (toe) won't play in Saturday's game versus Portland.

Kleber's absence streak will extend to 17 games Saturday due to a dislocated right toe. His next chance to suit up is Monday's matchup with Denver.

Kleber (toe) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Timberwolves.

Kleber has been sidelined since early November due to a dislocated right toe. It's not yet clear when he'll be able to return to action.

Kleber (toe) will not play in Tuesday's game against the Lakers.

Kleber has been sidelined since Nov. 8 and there's been no word of a potential timetable. He should be considered doubtful at best for Thursday against Minnesota.

Kleber (toe) has been ruled out for Monday's matchup against the Grizzlies, Brad Townsend of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Kleber hasn't played since Nov. 8 due to a dislocated right toe. He doesn't have a return timetable, but his next chance to suit up will come Tuesday against the Lakers.

Kleber (toe) won't play in Friday's game versus the Trail Blazers.

Kleber's absence streak will extend to 13 games Friday due to a dislocated right toe. His next chance to suit up is Monday's matchup with Memphis.

Kleber (toe) has been ruled out for Wednesday's matchup against the Jazz, Grant Afseth of SI.com reports.

Kleber hasn't played since Nov. 8. He doesn't have a return timeline, so he can be considered doubtful, at best, for Friday's matchup in Portland.

Kleber (toe) was unable to practice Monday, Grant Afseth of SI.com reports.

Kleber has missed the past 11 games for Dallas, and there's still no reported timetable. Consider him doubtful at best for Wednesday's game versus Utah.

Kleber (toe) won't play in Saturday's game versus the Thunder.

Kleber will miss his 11th straight game Saturday due to a right dislocated toe. There is no timetable for his return.

Kleber (toe) won't play in Friday's game versus Memphis, Grant Afseth of SI.com reports.

Kleber's absence streak will extend to 10 games Friday due to a dislocated right toe. His next chance to suit up is Saturday's matchup with the Thunder.

Kleber (toe) has been ruled out for Tuesday's matchup versus Houston.

Kleber is due for another evaluation soon but will likely remain out until that drops. He's been sidelined since Nov. 8 due to a dislocated right toe, and in his absence, Dereck Lively (back), Dwight Powell, Derrick Jones and Richaun Holmes have garnered increased roles.

Kleber (toe) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Clippers.

Kleber is due for another evaluation soon, but until that drops, he can be considered doubtful following Saturday's contest. He's been sidelined since Nov. 8 due to a dislocated right toe, and in his absence, Dereck Lively (back), Dwight Powell and Derrick Jones have stepped up. However, Lively is also injured now, so Dallas' frontcourt might be shorthanded for a few games.

The Mavericks announced Saturday that Kleber (toe) will miss at least two weeks, Brad Townsend of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Kleber has been dealing with a right small toe dislocation recently, and while he was initially considered day-to-day, the Mavericks will elect to shut him down for multiple weeks to focus on his recovery. Dereck Lively and Dwight Powell are candidates to see increased run in his absence.

Kleber (toe) won't play in Friday's game versus the Clippers, Grant Afseth of SI.comreports.

Kleber has been downgraded from questionable to out Sunday due to a right small toe dislocation. His next chance to suit up is Sunday's matchup with the Pelicans.

Kleber is doubtful for Friday's game versus the Clippers due to a right small toe dislocation.

Kleber played just 15 minutes Wednesday after missing the previous three games with a toe injury and is likely headed toward another absence against the Clippers. With Dereck Lively (illness) questionable, Dwight Powell could be in store for a heavy workload.

Despite earlier reports, Kleber isn't in the starting five for Wednesday's game versus the Raptors, Grant Afseth of SI.com reports.

With Dereck Lively (illness) out, Dwight Powell will enter the starting lineup instead of Kleber. Kleber will likely serve as Dallas' backup center.

Kleber (toe) is available for Wednesday's game versus the Raptors, Grant Afseth of SI.com reports.

Kleber has been upgraded from questionable to available Wednesday after missing the previous three games due to a toe injury. With Dereck Lively (illness) out, Kleber could be in store for extended minutes.

Kleber (toe) is questionable for Wednesday's matchup against the Raptors.

Kleber has missed three straight games due to a right small toe dislocation, but this is the second time in a row he's been listed as questionable, suggesting he's making at least some progress. If he returns Wednesday, that'll likely mean slightly fewer minutes for Dereck Lively and Dwight Powell.

Kleber (toe) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Magic.

Kleber will miss a third straight game Monday due to a right small toe dislocation. His next chance to suit up will come Wednesday against Toronto. In his absence, Dereck Lively and Dwight Powell are candidates for increased roles.

Kleber (toe) is questionable for Monday's matchup against the Magic.

Kleber has missed back-to-back games due to a right small toe dislocation. He was initially listed as out for his previous absences, so his questionable designation should be viewed as a step in the right direction. However, if he misses a third consecutive contest, Dereck Lively and Dwight Powell would see increased playing time again.

Kleber (toe) is out for Sunday's game against the Hornets, Grant Afseth of SI.com reports.

Kleber sustained a right small toe dislocation during Wednesday's game against Chicago and will miss a second straight game. Dereck Lively and Dwight Powell should see more minutes going forward, and Kleber's next chance to play will come against the Magic on Monday.

Kleber (toe) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Nuggets.

Kleber sustained a right small toe dislocation during Wednesday's game against Chicago and will be forced to miss at least one game. Dereck Lively and Dwight Powell could see increased run against Denver.

Kleber (foot) is questionable for Friday's game versus the Nuggets.

Kleber left Wednesday's game versus Chicago early due to a right foot injury and could miss Friday's contest. If he's ruled out, Dereck Lively and Dwight Powell are candidates to receive increased roles.

Kleber won't return to Wednesday's game versus the Bulls due to a right foot injury.

Kleber recorded two rebounds in four minutes before exiting Wednesday's game early. Dereck Lively and Dwight Powell could receive extended minutes in his absence. Kleber's status for Friday's matchup with the Nuggets is uncertain.

Kleber will come off the bench Friday against the Nets, according to Dallas reporter Grant Afseth.

This is not a huge shock after rookie Dereck Lively double-doubled off the bench on Opening Night. Kleber is likely to be a key part of the second unit for Dallas.

Kleber is in the starting five for Wednesday's game versus the Spurs.

Kleber will replace Dereck Lively on the starting lineup in Dallas' season opener. Kleber made just five starts across his 37 appearances last season.

Kleber generated two points (1-3 FG, 0-1 3Pt) and a rebound in eight minutes during Thursday's 111-99 preseason loss to Minnesota.

Kleber has averaged over 20 minutes per game in each of the last five seasons, but he didn't have much of a role during Thursday's preseason opener. Even if he sees more playing time once the regular season begins, he's unlikely to be a reliable fantasy contributor after he averaged 5.9 points, 3.6 rebounds and 1.4 assists in 25.1 minutes per game over 37 appearances with the Mavericks last year.

Bullock won't play in the season finale Sunday against the Spurs due to injury recovery from a previous right hamstring injury.

Kleber is one of several Mavericks players that won't play in the season finale with the team out of playoff contention. Kleber struggled with injuries all season long and only logged 37 appearances, starting in five of those contests. He averaged 5.9 points and 3.6 rebounds per game.

Kleber (hamstring) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Bulls.

Kleber returned to action Wednesday against the 76ers but will be one of several Mavericks sitting out the penultimate game of the regular season. Reggie Bullock and Davis Bertans could see increased run against Chicago.

Kleber (hamstring) will play in Wednesday's game against the 76ers.

Kleber sat out the closing leg of the Mavericks' back-to-back set Monday to nurse his surgically repaired hamstring but will be back in action Wednesday. He will come off the bench for the contest as Coach Jason Kidd opted for Tim Hardaway and Reggie Bullock to fill the forward spots and left center duties to Dwight Powell.

Kleber (hamstring) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the 76ers.

Kleber took a seat for the second half of a back-to-back set Monday to rest his surgically repaired hamstring but has a chance to return to game action Wednesday. Before his absence, he appeared in eight straight contests (five starts), averaging 5.3 points, 4.3 rebounds and 2.0 assists in 27.6 minutes.

Kleber (hamstring) is out for Monday's contest against the Pacers.

Kleber is out for Monday's contest as he tends to a right hamstring injury that sidelined him 35 straight games earlier this season. The likes of Christian Wood, Reggie Bullock and Davis Bertans emerge as candidates to receive more usage against the Pacers. Kleber's next chance of suiting up comes Wednesday in Philadelphia.

Kleber is questionable for Monday's matchup against Indiana due to right hamstring injury recovery.

Kelber came off the bench Sunday and scored 14 points (4-9 FG) in 32 minutes, but he may take a seat for the second half of Dallas' back-to-back set to manage the left hamstring injury that sidelined him for three months earlier in the season. If that's the case, Christian Wood, Reggie Bullock, Davis Bertans and Josh Green would all be candidates for increased roles.

Kleber closed with 14 points (4-9 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, one assist, two blocks and one steal in 32 minutes during Sunday's 110-104 loss to the Hornets.

After starting the prior five games, Kleber moved back to the second unit Sunday and had his best scoring performance since October, setting a new season high for made threes in the process. The 31-year-old's lack of consistent offense makes him a generally unappealing fantasy option, but his ability to contribute in both threes and blocks can allow him to pop on occasion as a bargain DFS tournament dart throw.

Kleber isn't start Sunday's game against the Hornets, Sam Perley of the Hornets' official site reports.

Kleber will move back to the bench after starting five straight games in favor of Josh Green. Across five appearances as a reserve this season, Kleber has averaged 5.6 points, 4.6 rebounds and 2.2 assists in 24.2 minutes.

Kleber logged 10 points (2-4 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 5-6 FT), four rebounds and two assists in 29 minutes during Friday's 111-110 win over the Lakers.

Kleber was quiet for almost the entire game Friday, but he came through when Dallas needed him most. He was fouled by Anthony Davis on a three-point try with seven seconds remaining and proceeded to knock down all three foul shots to bring the Mavericks to within a point. After Davis missed one of two free-throws on the other end, Kyrie Irving got the ball to Kleber just in time for the big man to take and make a buzzer-beating, game-winning triple. Kleber ended with double-digit points for the first time since he scored 13 against the Knicks on Dec. 3.

Kleber notched three points (1-4 FG, 1-3 3Pt), two rebounds and two assists over 28 minutes during Wednesday's 137-128 overtime win over San Antonio.

Kleber struggled to make an impact in the 28 minutes he logged, and both Dwight Powell and Christian Wood visibly outplayed him. This might have bene nothing more than a bad outing, however, and Kleber's role as a starter should be safe ahead of Friday's matchup against the Lakers.

Kleber will enter the first unit for Wednesday's game against the Spurs.

Kleber is joined by Jaden Hardy, Josh Green, Reggie Bullock and Dwight Powell in the starting lineup with the Mavericks missing Luka Doncic (thigh), Kyrie Irving (foot) and Tim Hardaway (calf) on Wednesday. Although we haven't seen what a starting workload looks like for Kleber, he can be expected to handle 25-30 minutes.

Head coach Jason Kidd said Friday that Kleber (hamstring) is good to go for Saturday's matchup against the Grizzlies, Callie Caplan of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Kleber took the second night of Dallas' recent back-to-back set off for injury maintenance, but the German big man will be back in action Saturday. Since returning from a lengthy injury absence, Kleber has appeared in three of the Mavericks' past five contests and is averaging 7.7 points, 4.3 rebounds and 2.0 assists in 23.3 minutes.

Kleber won't play Wednesday in New Orleans due to right hamstring injury recovery.

Kleber saw 26 minutes during the first half of Dallas' back-to-back set Tuesday, but he'll take the night off Wednesday to rest his hamstring. Since returning from a lengthy absence, Kleber has appeared in three of four games and averaged 7.7 points, 4.3 rebounds and 2.0 assists in 23.3 minutes during that stretch. Reggie Bullock (quad) is also out Wednesday, so Christian Wood, Markieff Morris and Davis Bertans are all candidates for increased roles versus the Pelicans. Kleber's next chance to suit up will come Saturday in Memphis.

Kleber (hamstring) is available for Tuesday's game versus the Jazz.

Kleber has been upgraded from questionable to available Tuesday after missing the previous game with a right hamstring injury. The 30-year-old forward is averaging 9.0 points, 3.0 rebounds and 2.5 assists in his two appearances since returning from a lengthy absence.

Kleber (hamstring) is questionable Tuesday against the Jazz.

Kleber is in jeopardy of missing his second straight game. Christian Wood took advantage of Kleber's absence Sunday, scoring 17 points in 21 minutes off the bench.

Kleber (hamstring) has been ruled out of Sunday's game against the Suns.

Kleber was listed as probable Saturday, but he was trending in the wrong direction after being tabbed questionable only a few hours before Sunday's tip-off. More minutes should be available for Reggie Bullock, Davis Bertans or even Markieff Morris as a result of Kleber's absence. His next chance to play will come Tuesday against the Jazz.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

Kleber (hamstring) is available for Tuesday's game versus the Pacers.

Kleber has been upgraded from questionable to available Tuesday after missing the previous 35 games due to 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.

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

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.

Kleber (hamstring) could return to action Tuesday against the Pacers, NBA writer Marc Steinreports.

Kleber last saw the floor Dec. 12 and has been ramping up in recent days. His return would be a big boost to a Dallas frontcourt that could use some rim protection and perimeter shooting. Once Kleber gets the green light, we could see less of Dwight Powell and Markieff Morris.

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

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.

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

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.

Kleber (hamstring) will not play Wednesday at Denver.

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 could be cleared when Dallas resumes play on Thursday, Feb. 23 against San Antonio.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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

Kleber sat out Wednesday against Cleveland due to his right knee sprain, and he's been diagnosed with a torn right hamstring that puts him in line for a lengthy absence 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.

Kleber (knee) will not play Wednesday against Cleveland.

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.

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

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.

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

After missing Dallas' previous contest, Kleber is officially available for the Mavericks on Monday. 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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

Kleber (back) will play Saturday against the Raptors.

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

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

Kleber returned to practice Friday and is likely to 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.

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 Dallas Morning News reports.

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.

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

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 reinforcements to what was a thin frontcourt Wednesday.

Kleber (back) has been ruled out for Wednesday's matchup against Houston.

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.

Kleber won't return to Tuesday's game against the Clippers due to a lower back contusion.

Kleber logged 10 minutes of action before heading to the locker room with the injury. He'll presumably be tabbed questionable for the Mavericks' next matchup Wednesday against Houston.

Kleber posted two points (1-6 FG, 0-5 3Pt), three rebounds, two assists and one steal in 21 minutes during Thursday's 113-105 loss to the Wizards.

Kleber's three-point percentage has plummeted over the last two seasons. After shooting 41.0 percent in 2020-21 and 32.5 percent in 2021-22, it has dipped all the way down to 29.0 percent through the first 11 games this season. If Kleber can't find a way to space the floor effectively for Luka Doncic, he might see his minutes start to decrease.

Kleber finished with seven points (1-3 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 4-4 FT), five rebounds and two blocks over 28 minutes during Tuesday's 113-111 loss to the Pelicans.

Kleber played a season-high 28 minutes in the loss, with head coach Jason Kidd opting to roll with him down the stretch. Based on what we have seen thus far this season, the Mavericks are more than happy to change things up when it comes to the frontcourt rotation, meaning Kleber warrants very little attention outside of deeper formats.

Kleber (illness) is active for Wednesday's contest versus Phoenix.

As expected, Kleber will be ready for action in Wednesday's season opener. Kleber averaged 7.0 points and 5.9 rebounds across 59 games played last year with the Mavericks.

Kleber (illness) is listed as probable on the injury report for Wednesday's season opener versus the Suns.

Kleber was previously listed as questionable, meaning that he is recovering well from his non-COVID-19 illness. If Kleber does play, he will likely be one of the Maverick's primary frontcourt options off the bench.

Kleber is questionable for Wednesday's season opener against the Suns due to an illness.

Kleber's potential absence is significant, but the Mavericks shored up the frontcourt during the offseason. More run could be in store for JaVale McGee, Dwight Powell and Dorian Finney-Smith.

Kleber (undisclosed) won't play in Wednesday's preseason opener against the Thunder, Eddie Sefko of the Mavericks' official site reports.

Kleber is one of a handful of Dallas' regulars who won't be playing in the preseason opener. The forward's absence is presumably due to rest, but the extent of the situation remains unclear. Kleber's next chance to suit up comes Friday against the Magic.

Kleber and the Mavericks agreed Thursday on a three-year, $33 million contract extension, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Kleber was heading into the final season of the four-year, $35.6 million pact he signed in the summer of 2019, but the extension now keeps him in the fold for Dallas through the 2025-26 campaign. The 6-foot-10 big man took a step back from an efficiency standpoint in his fifth NBA season, with his 53.7 percent true shooting mark representing the lowest rate of his career by nearly four points. Kleber remained an effective rim protector in 2021-22 (1.0 blocks in 24.6 minutes per contest), but he may need to show improvement with his outside shooting to ensure he sticks in a consistent 20-plus-minute role for the entirety of the upcoming season.

Kleber produced 13 points (5-6 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 1-1 FT), eight rebounds, two assists and three blocks over 22 minutes during Tuesday's 119-109 victory over the Warriors in Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals.

Kleber made his presence felt off the bench for the Mavericks and ended just two boards shy of posting a double-double. However, he hadn't reached the 10-point mark in any of his previous six contests, and he's not known for being an offensive threat off the bench, either. This might have been an outlier rather than the norm going forward for the big man, who's only averaging 8.8 points and 4.4 rebounds per game in the postseason.

Kleber provided zero points (0-5 FG, 0-5 3Pt), four rebounds and two assists across 25 minutes during Sunday's 109-100 loss to the Warriors in Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals.

While the Mavs got 40 points from Luka Doncic, 20 from Jalen Brunson and 26 from Spencer Dinwiddie, virtually none of their role players showed up in Game 3. Kleber never appeared confident, passing up several wide open looks from three in the second half after struggling early in the game. After shooting 46.4 percent from three (4.0 3PA/G) in the Phoenix series, Kleber is now a combined 2-of-14 from beyond the arc in Games 1 through 3 of the Western Conference Finals.

Kleber supplied 14 points (6-9 FG, 2-4 3Pt), three rebounds, four assists and three blocks in 33 minutes during Friday's 103-94 victory over Phoenix.

Kleber was efficient from the field and managed to contribute on both ends of the court while filling out the stat sheet admirably. He's now scored in double digits in two of the three games during the current series while averaging 11.6 points, 4.1 rebounds and 1.3 assists per game throughout the postseason.

Kleber ended Monday's 121-114 loss to Phoenix with 19 points (6-9 FG, 5-8 3Pt, 2-5 FT), one rebound and one block over 25 minutes.

Kleber provided a much-needed offensive spark beside Luka Doncic in the first half, knocking down five three-pointers en route to 16 points. He was unable to replicated that success after halftime, however, knocking down only one more triple and contributing very little in terms of complementary stats. Kleber averaged 17.3 points across his first three games of the postseason but has totaled a mere 29 points over four contests since.

Kleber racked up 25 points (8-11 FG, 8-11 3Pt, 1-2 FT), six rebounds and three assists across 32 minutes during Monday's 110-104 win over the Jazz.

Coming into Monday's contest, Kleber was shooting only 19 percent from long range for the season. He came out of nowhere to sink eight of his 11 attempts beyond the arc in a dramatic Game 2 win that evened up the series with Utah. is Kleber's proficiency from downtown is almost certainly an outlier, but the Mavericks needed a performance like this from the supporting cast with Luka Doncic (calf) sidelined.

Kleber finished with a season-high 25 points (8-11 FG, 8-11 3Pt, 1-2 FT) to go with six rebounds and three assists in 32 minutes off the bench Monday in the Mavericks' 110-104 win over the Jazz in Game 2 of the first-round series.

Playing without Luka Doncic (calf) for the second game in a row, the Mavericks desperately needed members of their supporting cast to step up in order to even the series before heading to Utah for Games 3 and 4. Jalen Brunson stepped up as the Mavs' go-to scorer and finished with a career-high 41 points, while the 6-foot-10 Kleber's red-hot shooting from downtown limited the impact that three-time Defensive Player of the Year Rudy Gobert typically has near the rim. Kleber, who had missed the final four games of the regular season with an ankle injury, had converted only 29.7 percent of his field-goal attempts and 20.3 percent of his three-point tries since the All-Star break prior to Monday's eruption. With that in mind, DFS players shouldn't expect Kleber to replicate this sort of performance as the series shifts to Utah.

Kleber (ankle) will be available for Saturday's Game 1 against the Jazz.

Kleber missed the final four games of the regular season due to an ankle injury, but the time off has allowed him to heal ahead of Saturday's Game 1. Kleber provides some rebounding and defensive upside, but he's scored in single digits in his past 17 appearances.

Kleber (ankle) went through a full practice Wednesday, Brad Townsend of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Kleber missed the last four games of the regular season due to right ankle soreness, but it sounds like he should return soon as he is now feeling "100 percent better" according to Townsend's report. Barring any setbacks, he should be available for Saturday's first round matchup with the Jazz. The 29-year-old is averaging 7.0 points, 5.9 rebounds, 1.2 assists and 1.0 blocks in 24.6 minutes per game this season.

Kleber (ankle) is out for Sunday's game against the Spurs.

Kleber will miss a fourth straight game to end the regular season. It's not clear if his status for the start of the playoffs is in jeopardy.

Kleber (ankle) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Trail Blazers.

Kleber was listed as questionable ahead of Friday's matchup, and he'll be forced to miss a third straight game due to right ankle soreness. Davis Bertans should see additional run against Portland.

Kleber (ankle) is listed questionable for Friday's game against Portland.

He's missed the last two games with a sore right ankle, but the Mavs will wait to see how he progresses over the next 24-plus hours before making a final call on his status.

Kleber (ankle) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Pistons, Callie Caplan of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Kleber will miss a second straight game due to right ankle soreness. In his absence, David Bertans and Marquese Chriss are candidates for increased roles. However, Theo Pinson (finger) and Sterling Brown (COVID) -- who both expected to be available following extended absences -- may crack the rotation as well.

Kleber (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Bucks.

Kleber will miss his first game since March 5 due to right ankle soreness. In his absence, Davis Bertans and Marquese Chriss are both candidates for increased roles.

Kleber isn't starting Monday's game against Minnesota.

Kleber drew a spot start in his squad's last contest Saturday against the Hornets, but he'll return to a reserve role with Reggie Bullock back in action. Kleber is averaging 3.7 points, 5.4 rebounds, 1.0 assist and 1.0 block in his last seven games off the bench.

Kleber will start Saturday's game against the Hornets, Mike Peasley of Dallas Mavericks Radio Network reports.

With Spencer Dinwiddie (knee) ruled out ahead of Saturday's contest, Kleber will make his first start since Feb. 2. The 29-year-old is averaging 7.2 points, 5.8 rebounds, 1.1 assists and 1.1 steals across 24.9 minutes per game this season.

Kleber logged eight points (3-11 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 0-2 FT), six rebounds, one assist, two blocks and one steal over 27 minutes during Monday's 111-103 win over the Jazz.

Kleber ended the night with a serviceable fantasy line, albeit one that came with some poor shooting from the field. Efficiency aside, he chipped in where he needed to, maintaining at least fringe 12-team value. Looking ahead, his role should remain reasonably secure, especially given the fact he no longer has to compete with Kristaps Porzingis for playing time.

Kleber (ankle) has been cleared to play Monday against the Jazz.

A sprained ankle kept Kleber out of the Mavs' last two games, but he'll return to action Monday and should fill his regular role as one of the first big men off the bench. Kleber enters Monday having blocked at least one shot in five straight appearances.

Kleber (ankle) is listed as probable Monday against the Jazz.

After missing the last two games with a sore ankle, Kleber looks to be on track to return to the rotation Monday. Prior to the injury, he'd averaged 7.9 points, 6.3 rebounds, 1.3 assists, 1.5 blocks and 0.8 steals over his last eight appearances off the bench.

Kleber (ankle) is questionable for Monday's game against the Jazz.

Kleber has missed the last two games due to right ankle soreness, but he'll have a chance to return against Utah. Dwight Powell, Josh Green and Davis Bertans should see additional run if Kleber is held out.

Kleber (ankle) is out Saturday against the Kings, Jason Anderson of The Sacramento Bee reports.

Kleber will miss a second straight game due to right ankle soreness. In his absence, more minutes could again be available for Dwight Powell, Josh Green and Davis Bertans.

Kleber (ankle) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Warriors.

Kleber was added to Thursday's injury report due to a sore right ankle, and he'll be unavailable against Golden State. Boban Marjanovic and Davis Bertans should see increased playing time Thursday.

Kleber is questionable for Thursday's game against the Warriors due to right ankle soreness.

Kleber was a late addition to the injury report ahead of Thursday's matchup. He's averaged 10.0 points and 5.2 rebounds in 26.2 minutes per game across his last five appearances, but Boban Marjanovic and Davis Bertans could see increased run if Kleber is held out.

Kleber closed Sunday's 107-101 victory over the Warriors with two points (1-5 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 0-1 FT), six rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal across 18 minutes.

Kleber offered very little in the victory, failing to take advantage of his playing time once again. After an offensive explosion prior to the All-Star break, Kleber has now scored a combined five points over his past two games. His value stems from his ability to blocks shots and score from the perimeter, both of which he has been doing, albeit on low volume. He remains a viable 12-team asset but his limitations do cap his overall upside quite significantly.

Kleber closed with 20 points (7-10 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 3-4 FT), four rebounds, one block and one steal in 26 minutes during Thursday's 125-118 victory over New Orleans.

Kleber needed just 26 minutes to put a season-high scoring total, continuing what has been a solid run of 12-team production. While he cannot be relied upon for scoring like this on a nightly basis, his ability to pop from the perimeter while also blocking shots and grabbing rebounds makes him a viable standard league asset. With Kristaps Porzingis now out of the wat, Kleber is looking like a must-add player ROS.

Kleber finished Tuesday's 107-99 win over the Heat with 19 points (5-10 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 6-8 FT), six rebounds, five blocks and one steal in 35 minutes.

Kleber thrived on both ends of the court, ending as one of Dallas' main scoring threats but also standing out as an excellent rim protector. Kleber was moved to the bench four games ago, but this performance might lead to an increase on his playing time going forward.

Kleber closed with eight points (3-6 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 1-1 FT), nine rebounds and two assists in 27 minutes during Thursday's 112-105 victory over the Clippers.

Kleber came off the bench in the victory, and while he was far from extraordinary, he did just enough to keep fantasy managers interested. Earlier in the day, it was announced Kristaps Porzingis had been traded to the Wizards, clearing the path for Kleber to have a substantial role moving forward. He won't be for everyone but if rebounds, blocks and triples are high on your list of requirements, he is absolutely worth a look.

Kleber (knee) finished with five points (2-2 FG, 1-1 3Pt), seven rebounds, one assist and one block across 18 minutes Tuesday in the Mavericks' 116-86 win over the Pistons.

Kleber had started in 17 games before missing Dallas' most recent two contests with a left knee injury, but head coach Jason Kidd elected to bring the big man off the bench in his return. Even with Kristaps Porzingis (knee) still out of the lineup, Kidd stuck with Dwight Powell as the team's starting center, while Dorian Finney-Smith shifted to power forward with Reggie Bullock sticking on the top unit at one of the wing spots. Kleber still saw a decent chunk of minutes as the Mavs' first big man off the bench, and he could see a slight uptick in playing time in the games to come so long as Porzingis remains out. Once Porzingis returns, however, Kleber's fantasy value will likely take a hit.

Kleber (knee) is available for Tuesday's matchup against the Pistons.

With Kristaps Porzingis (knee) still out, Kleber's role should remain elevated. Over his past four appearances, he's averaged 10.8 points, 8.0 rebounds, 2.0 blocks, 1.3 steals and 1.0 assists in 29.8 minutes.

Kleber (knee) has been upgraded to probable for Tuesday's matchup with the Pistons.

Kleber has already missed back-to-back games due to left knee soreness, and Dallas initially listed him as out again Tuesday, but he's now trending towards being available. If he's able to suit up, he'll likely draw the start in the frontcourt next to Dwight Powell and Dorian Finney-Smith while Reggie Bullock shifts back to the bench.

Kleber (knee) has been ruled out for Tuesday's contest against the Pistons.

Kleber will be sidelined for a third consecutive game due to left knee soreness. In his absence, Dwight Powell, Dorian Finney-Smith and Marquese Chriss should continue to see increased run in the frontcourt for Dallas since Kristaps Porzingis (knee) is also sidelined.

Kleber (knee) won't play Sunday against the Hawks.

Kleber was considered questionable and will miss his second straight game due to left knee soreness. Dwight Powell and Marquese Chriss should continue to see more run in the frontcourt for Dallas since Kristaps Porzingis (knee) is also sidelined.

Kleber (knee) is questionable for Sunday's matchup against the Hawks.

With Kristaps Porzingis (knee) still out, Kleber could be in line for increased usage if available. In Kleber's past four appearances, he's averaged 10.8 points, 8.0 rebounds, 2.0 blocks, 1.3 steals and 1.0 assists.

Kleber will nt play in Friday's matchup with the 76ers due to a left knee injury, Eddie Sefko of the Mavericks' official site reports.

Kleber was not on the injury report heading into the evening, so it is unclear when this injury occurred. His next opportunity to suit up will come Sunday versus the 76ers.

Kleber provided 10 points (4-9 FG, 2-6 3Pt), eight rebounds, two assists, four blocks and three steals across 42 minutes during Wednesday's 120-114 overtime loss to Oklahoma City.

Kleber cobbled together a fantastic fantasy line in the loss, highlighted by a combined seven defensive stats. With Kristaps Porzingis sidelined due to a knee injury, Kleber has been able to step things up, albeit on an inconsistent basis. He has the unique ability to contribute in both blocks and triples, making him a moderately safe addition in most competitive leagues, at least for the short term.

Kleber contributed six points (2-8 FG, 2-7 3Pt), five rebounds and one block in 27 minutes during Sunday's 110-108 loss to Orlando.

With a chance to give Dallas the lead with under a minute to play, Kleber bricked two open threes. Kleber is shooting a healthy 37.6 percent from three this season, but was cold Sunday. He closes January having averaged 8.1 points, 5.8 rebounds and 1.1 blocks in 26.2 minutes per game across 16 contests.

Kleber posted 15 points (5-9 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 14 rebounds, one assist and one steal across 23 minutes during Saturday's 132-105 victory over the Pacers.

Kleber stepped things up after Kristaps Porzingis went down with a foot injury in the second quarter. The 26-year-old Latvian product is enjoying another productive season, averaging 19.2 points, 7.7 rebounds and 1.7 blocked shots over 34 games. Injuries are always a concern for Kleber and this year is no exception. Kleber has missed significant time over his six-year career, but he's a force to be reckoned with inside when healthy.

Kleber recorded zero points (0-3 FG, 0-3 3Pt), four rebounds, two assists and one steal in 25 minutes during Wednesday's 102-98 victory over the Raptors.

Kleber was battling knee soreness ahead of the contest, but he was ultimately able to suit up. However, he didn't make much of an impact in the box score during his 25 minutes. Over his last five games, Kleber is averaging just 4.6 points, 4.2 rebounds and 1.0 assists while shooting 32.0 percent from the field.

Kleber (knee) will be available for Wednesday's game against the Raptors.

Kleber departed Monday's game with a sore knee, but he was listed as probable coming into Wednesday, so the issue doesn't look to be anything concerning. Kleber should be poised to make his 10th consecutive start for the Mavs.

Kleber (knee) is listed as probable for Tuesday's contest against the Raptors.

Kleber was forced out of Monday's contest after just 15 minutes due to left knee soreness and was initially listed as questionable. However, he's trending in the right direction and will likely be available Wednesday. He's started each of the last nine games and is averaging 7.8 points, 5.8 rebounds, 1.1 assists and 1.0 blocks in 27.1 minutes during that stretch.

Kleber (knee) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's contest against the Raptors.

Kleber was forced out of Monday's contest after just 15 minutes due to left knee soreness. If he's unable to suit up Wednesday, Dwight Powell and Josh Green would be the most likely candidates for increased roles.

Kleber has been ruled out for the rest of Monday's game against Oklahoma City due to left knee soreness, Tim MacMahon of ESPN.com reports.

Kleber's injury doesn't initially sound overly serious, but the team should update his status for the rest of the week after he's evaluated further. Dwight Powell and Marquese Chriss should see an uptick in minutes in Kleber's absence.

Kleber provided eight points (3-6 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 0-1 FT), 11 rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal across 26 minutes during Friday's 130-106 win over the Rockets.

Kleber fell just short of a double-double in the victory, grabbing a team-high 11 boards in the process. This game was basically over in the first quarter and so the starters were severely limited down the stretch. Kleber has the ability to put up 12-team numbers from time to time but generally speaking, he is nothing more than a streaming candidate in most moderately shallow leagues.

Kleber finished with two points (1-9 FG, 0-7 3Pt), 10 rebounds, two assists and one block over 35 minutes during Wednesday's 99-82 victory over Golden State.

Although struggling mightily from the field, the forward picked up the slack elsewhere and grabbed a team high off the glass. It was Kleber's third time this year hauling in at least 10 rebounds. Kleber is so far averaging 7.5 points and 5.8 rebounds with the Mavericks in 2021-22.

Kleber registered 10 points (3-7 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds, one assist, two blocks and two steals over 31 minutes during Monday's 103-89 win over the Nuggets.

Kleber's shot volume wasn't high, but he made a solid multi-category contribution in the victory. His total was slightly improved over his performance on Sunday, his first appearance after a six-game absence due to the league's health and safety protocols.

Kleber (COVID-19 health and safety protocols) produced nine points (3-7 FG, 3-7 3Pt), five rebounds, one assist, one steal and one block across 24 minutes in Sunday's 95-86 win over the Thunder.

One of several players Dallas welcomed back from the protocols Sunday, Kleber stepped into the starting five for a resting Kristaps Porzingis and delivered a solid, if underwhelming all-around stat line. Porzingis was expected to return to action for Monday's game against the Nuggets, but Kleber looks like he'll have a short-term path to a spot on the top unit after Porzingis entered the protocols Monday. With a four-game week on tap for Dallas, Kleber could have some sneaky value for fantasy managers seeking help in blocks and three-pointers.

Kleber (COVID-19 protocols) is off the injury report for Sunday's game against the Thunder.

Kleber last played Dec. 19 and has been in protocols since. Assuming he returns Sunday, he could be on a minutes limit while getting his wind back.

Kleber has been placed in the league's health and safety protocols.

It's not yet clear whether Kleber has tested positive for COVID-19, but he'll need to spend some time away from the team. Dorian Finney-Smith and Marquese Chriss are in line for increased playing time in his absence.

Kleber totaled 16 points (6-12 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 3-3 FT), seven rebounds and two assists across 30 minutes during Sunday's 103-84 win over the Thunder.

Kleber has reverted to a bench role in each of the last four contests, but he saw an uptick in playing time Sunday and posted a season-high 16 points despite shooting just 16.7 percent from beyond the arc. Since he returned to a bench role, Kleber has averaged 5.0 points and 3.8 rebounds in 18.8 minutes per game.

Kleber will come off the bench Tuesday against the Nets.

With Kristaps Porzingis (knee) back in the starting five, Kleber will return to his usual bench role. As a reserve, he's averaging 8.0 points, 5.0 rebounds, 1.2 blocks and 1.0 assists in 23.2 minutes.

Kleber recorded 13 points (4-8 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 1-2 FT), nine rebounds, one assist and one steal across 31 minutes during Friday's 107-91 loss to the Pelicans.

Kleber moved into the starting lineup after it was announced Kristaps Porzingis would not play thanks to a knee injury suffered Wednesday. The lack of blocks was disappointing for anyone who grabbed Kleber, but his overall production was more than adequate. His role moving forward is far from set in stone but of all the Mavericks' fringe options, he is by far the most appealing.

Kleber will start Friday's contest against the Pelicans, Mike Peasley of the Mavericks Radio Network reports.

With Kristaps Porzingis (knee) out, Kleber will get the nod. It will be just his second start of the season. In the four games that he's seen more than 24 minutes, he's averaged 11.5 points, 6.5 rebounds, 2.5 blocks and 2.3 assists.

Kleber finished Monday's 114-96 loss to the Cavaliers with 13 points (4-10 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 3-4 FT), one rebound and two blocks over 25 minutes.

Kleber was the high-minute man off the bench for the Mavericks, something that could continue moving forward. Kristaps Porzingis was forced from the game with an apparent ankle injury, meaning Kleber could certainly be looking at a move into the starting lineup. His fantasy ceiling is not the highest but his ability to block shots and hit perimeter baskets does make him an intriguing speculative addition.

Kleber notched 13 points (6-9 FG, 1-3 3Pt), six rebounds, one assist and one block over 30 minutes during Saturday's 120-114 loss to Washington.

Kleber came into the contest with just one double-digit scoring effort on the season -- a 12-point performance Oct. 28 against the Spurs -- so his 13-point outburst Saturday was a pleasant surprise. Kleber also recorded a blocked shot for the third straight game, and he has averaged 6.3 boards over that span. The 6-foot-10 forward has surpassed the 30-minute mark in each of his past two contests, and he could carve out some fantasy value as a rebounder, shot-blocker and three-point shooter if such playing time becomes a trend.

Kleber notched eight points (2-6 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 3-4 FT), nine rebounds, six assists, one block and two steals over 36 minutes during Tuesday's 112-104 OT victory over Los Angeles.

Kleber logged huge minutes despite coming into the game under an injury cloud. While the worst of his oblique injury does appear to be behind him, it is something that could linger for another few games. With Jalen Brunson (foot) lasting just 11 minutes, it was Kleber who stepped into a larger role. Moving forward, the Mavericks could very well opt to go with Kleber more and more, especially if Brunson misses additional time.

Kleber (oblique) is available Tuesday against the Clippers.

As expected, Kleber will see the court for a second consecutive game. In his return, he played 20 minutes and posted five points, four rebounds and one block.

Kleber (oblique) is probable for Tuesday's game against the Clippers.

Kleber played through his injury in Sunday's loss to the Clippers, and he totaled five points, four rebounds and one block in 20 minutes. It appears as though he'll be able to suit up once again Tuesday.

Kleber (oblique) is available against the Clippers on Sunday, according to Callie Caplan of The Dallas Morning News.

Kleber is returning from a nine-game absence caused by an oblique strain he suffered before November began. He averaged 7.2 points, 5.3 rebounds and 1.2 blocks across his last six games.

Kleber (oblique) is questionable for Sunday's matchup against the Clippers.

Kleber has ramped up quickly, as he wasn't taking contact as of Nov. 15. If he's cleared to play Sunday, he could be on a minutes limit.

Kleber (oblique) is yet to take any contact as he works back from a strained left oblique, Callie Caplan of the Dallas Morning News reports.

Coach Jason Kidd said Monday that Kleber is "progressing" and has begun on-court work, but he's yet to take any contact. Kidd declined to offer a timetable, but Kleber will likely miss at least a few more games as the Mavs embark on a four-game Week 5 that begins with Monday's home matchup against Denver.

Kleber (oblique) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Nuggets, Brad Townsend of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Kleber will miss his seventh straight game due to an oblique injury. The 29-year-old has no timeline for a return with his next chance coming Wednesday against the Suns.

Kleber (oblique) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Spurs.

Kleber will be sidelined for a sixth consecutive game due to his oblique injury. His next chance to return will be Monday against the Nuggets.

Kleber (oblique) has been ruled out for Wednesday's contest against the Bulls.

Kleber will miss his fifth straight contest Wednesday, as he continues to deal with an oblique injury. The Mavericks recently got Kristaps Porzingis (back) back from a five-game absence, so Kleber's absence hasn't had a major effect on coach Jason Kidd's rotation.

Kleber is dealing with a strained oblique and is expected to miss at least the next 7-to-10 days, Callie Caplan of the Dallas Morning News reports.

Kleber was initially diagnosed with a back strain, but further evaluations revealed a strained oblique, which will likely keep him out for the better part of the next two weeks. Kleber hasn't been much of a fantasy factor this season, though he did erupt for 12 points, 10 boards and six blocks against the Spurs on Thursday.

Kleber (back) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Heat, Brad Townsend of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Kleber was unable to practice Monday after he exited Sunday's game against the Kings, and he'll be unavailable against Miami. Dorian Finney-Smith, Willie Cauley-Stein and Josh Green could see additional run Tuesday.

Kleber will not return to Dallas' game Sunday versus Sacramento because of a back injury.

Kleber suffered a back strain because of an untimely dunk attempt. He will have his game minutes go to Josh Green, Willie Cauley-Stein and Boban Marjanovic if unavailable.

Kleber went to the locker room during Dallas' game versus Sacramento because of an oblique injury, per Tim MacMahon of ESPN.com.

Kleber winced and grabbed his left oblique after a dunk attempt. He should be considered questionable to return.

Kleber is in the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Kings.

Kleber will be making his first start of the season in place of Kristaps Porzingis, who will miss his third straight game with a back injury. The Mavericks will be going with a bigger lineup after starting Reggie Bullock Friday night. Kleber is averaging 7.2 points, 5.4 rebounds and 1.4 blocks per game and should be in for a nice day with the Kings lacking size in their frontcourt.

Kleber amassed 12 points (4-8 FG, 4-8 3Pt), 10 rebounds, six blocks, two assists and one steal in 29 minutes during Thursday's 104-99 victory over the Spurs.

It was a night to remember for Kleber who matches his career-high with six blocked shots. The absence of Kristaps Porzingis (back) opened up some additional playing time for Kleber and he certainly grabbed the opportunity with both hands. The Mavericks will play again Friday, this time against the Nuggets. If Porzingis is ruled out, look for Kleber to benefit yet again.

Kleber won't play in Friday's preseason game against the Clippers for rest purposes, Callie Caplan of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Kleber was active for Wednesday's preseason opener and totaled seven points and two rebounds in 19 minutes. Dorian Finney-Smith and Willie Cauley-Stein should see increased run Friday.

Kleber (Achilles) will play in Game 7 against the Clippers on Sunday.

Kleber will continue to be available in this series despite lingering Achilles soreness. The 29-year-old has come off the bench in the last two games and has had a limited statistical impact.

Kleber (Achilles) is probable for Sunday's Game 7 against the Clippers.

As expected, Kleber will likely still play in Game 7 despite right Achilles soreness. He's come off the bench during the past two games and has averaged just 2.0 points and 3.0 rebounds in 20.0 minutes.

Kleber (Achilles) has been cleared to play in Friday's Game 6 against the Clippers.

No surprise here, as Kleber was considered probable heading into the evening. He reverted to a reserve role in Game 5 in favor of Boban Marjanovic and saw his minutes dip to just 19 as a result. He will presumably see a similar workload should the Mavericks opt to stick with that lineup.

Kleber (Achilles) is listed as probable for Friday's Game 6 against the Clippers.

A sore right Achilles has bothered Kleber since the final days of the regular season, but it hasn't caused him to miss any time during Round 1. The Mavs did shift Kleber to the bench for Wednesday's Game 5, however, and he saw just 19 minutes of action after playing 36, 34, 35 and 32 minutes, respectively, through the first four games of the series. It's unclear if coach Rick Carlisle will stick with that change for Game 6, but either way Dallas will need Kleber's contributions -- particularly on the defensive end -- if it hopes to avoid a Game 7 back in Los Angeles.

Kleber (Achilles) is available for Wednesday's Game 5 against the Clippers.

The 29-year-old was considered probable for Wednesday, so it's hardly a surprise to see he'll play through the Achilles issue. Kleber started the first four games of the series but is expected to shift to the bench in favor of Boban Marjanovic in Game 5, per Tim Cato of The Athletic.

Kleber (Achilles) is probable for Wednesday's Game 5 versus the Clippers, Callie Caplan of The Dallas Morning News reports.

The 29-year-old has been managing the Achilles issue since early May, and he's expected to continue playing through the injury Wednesday. Kleber is coming off a rough outing in Game 4, as he had zero points (0-3 3Pt), five rebounds, two assists and one steal in 32 minutes.

Kleber was held scoreless (0-3 FG, 0-3 3Pt) in Sunday's loss to Los Angeles, contributing five rebounds, two assists and one steal in 32 minutes.

The 29-year-old has easily his worst game of the playoffs, missing all three of his attempts from the field. Before Sunday's dud, Kleber was averaging 11.0 points, 4.7 rebounds, 2.7 assists and 2.3 three-pointers on 61.1 percent field-goal shooting over his first three games in the playoffs. The fourth-year forward will hope to bounce back from the field in Game 5 on Wednesday.

Kleber (Achilles) will play in Sunday's Game 4 against the Clippers.

Kleber has been battling a sore Achilles since the final few weeks of the regular season, but it's yet to cause him to miss any postseason time. Thus far, he's started and played at least 34 minutes in all three games against the Clippers. In Friday's Game 3, Kleber posted 14 points, one rebound, one assist and one steal in 35 minutes.

Kleber (Achilles) is probable for Sunday's Game 4 against the Clippers, Callie Caplan of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Kleber has been dealing with Achilles soreness but has started each of the first three games of the series. He's averaged 11.0 points, 4.7 rebounds and 2.7 assists in 35.0 minutes.

Kleber (Achilles) is available for Friday's Game 3 against the Clippers.

Kleber was questionable ahead of Friday's matchup as he continues to deal with an Achilles injury, but he'll be able to play through the issue for a third consecutive game. He averaged 9.5 points and 3.5 assists in 35.0 minutes per game across the first two contests in the series.

Kleber (Achilles) is questionable for Friday's Game 3 against the Clippers.

Kleber was able to play through his Achilles injury in the first two games of the series, but he'll land on the injury report once again. He averaged 9.5 points, 6.5 rebounds and 3.5 assists in 35.0 minutes per game across the first two matchups of the series.

Kleber (Achilles) will play in Tuesday's Game 2 against the Clippers, Dorothy J. Gentry of The Athletic reports.

Despite right Achilles soreness, Kleber will give it a go in Game 2. He played 36 minutes in Game 1 but wasn't very active, as he took just three field goals en route to six points, nine rebounds and four assists.

Kleber (Achilles) is considered questionable for Tuesday's Game 2 against the Clippers, Brad Townsend of the Dallas Morning News reports.

Kleber played an important role -- especially on the defensive end -- in Saturday's Game 1 upset over the Clippers, but he continues to deal with discomfort in his right Achilles, which also plagued him for the final weeks of the regular season. Coach Rick Carlisle said Monday that Kleber has been "a little sore the last couple of days," and he noted that the forward was only able to participate in parts of Monday's practice. Chances are, Kleber will continue to play through the issue, but his status will be worth monitoring over the next 24 hours.

Kleber (Achilles) is available for Saturday's Game 1 against the Clippers, Brad Townsend of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Kleber missed six of Dallas' last eight games due to Achilles soreness, but head coach Rick Carlisle said that he'll play in the Mavs' first playoff game. The 28-year-old forward averaged 7.1 points, 5.2 rebounds and 1.4 assists in 26.8 minutes per game this season, while also shooting 41 percent from three-point range.

Kleber (Achilles) is probable for Saturday's Game 1 against the Clippers, Callie Caplan of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Kleber missed the final two games of the regular season due to Achilles soreness, but he should be good to go for the Mavericks' first playoff game against the Clippers. In his 50 appearances this season, he averaged 7.1 points, 5.2 rebounds and 1.4 assists in 26.8 minutes.

Kleber (Achilles) did "well" in parts of Wednesday's contact practice, Callie Caplan of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Kleber seems relatively close to making a return, though it's not clear if he'll be ready for Game 1 against the Clippers on Saturday. If he's out, there should be more minutes available for Nicolo Melli.

Coach Rick Carlisle indicated Tuesday that Klekber is "making progress" and did some light shooting during Tuesday's practice, Brad Townsend of The Dallas Morning News reports. "The hope is that he can do a little more tomorrow. We're hopeful he's going to be OK, but it's early. Tomorrow is going to be a big day to see how he's progressed," said Carlisle.

It sounds like Wednesday will be a big day for Kleber in determining where he goes moving forward. More information on his status for Saturday's postseason opener versus the Clippers will likely surface at that point.

Kleber (Achilles) is out for Sunday's game against Minnesota.

As anticipated, Kleber will sit during the regular season finale with a right Achilles injury. Expect Nicolo Melli to step in and pick up increased minutes in his place.

Kleber (Achilles) is doubtful for Sunday's contest against the Timberwolves, Brad Townsend of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Kleber will likely miss a second straight game, which also marks the Mavericks' final regular-season contest. The Mavs have avoided the play-in tournament, so the next time we could see Kleber will be the start of the playoffs next weekend.

Kleber is unavailable for Friday's game against the Raptors with right Achilles soreness, Brad Townsend of The Dallas Morning News reports.

The 29-year-old played the past two games after missing four straight contests with the Achilles issue, and he'll return to the inactive list Friday. It's unclear if the injury is expected to affect Kleber's availability for the final game of the regular season Sunday or the playoffs.

Kleber (Achilles) tallied three points (1-4 FG, 1-3 3Pt), four rebounds and one assist in 14 minutes off the bench Tuesday in the Mavericks' 133-104 loss to the Grizzlies.

Back in action after a four-game absence, Kleber was limited to a minor reserve role as the Mavericks attempted to ease him back in. He doesn't appear on track to sit out the second half of the Mavs' back-to-back set Wednesday versus the Pelicans, but Kleber won't necessarily see his minutes pick up in a significant way. The Mavericks could get Kristaps Porzingis (knee) back from a seven-game hiatus, which would leave less playing time to go around for the likes of Kleber, Dwight Powell, Willie Cauley-Stein and Nicolo Melli.

Kleber (Achilles) will make his return Tuesday against Memphis, Brad Townsend of the Dallas Morning News reports.

After a string of four straight absences, Kleber will make his return to action Tuesday in what could be a limited capacity. Prior to dealing with a sore Achilles, Kleber averaged 6.2 points, 4.4 rebounds and 1.4 assists over his last 10 games.

Kleber (Achilles) is questionable for Tuesday's game at Memphis.

The 29-year-old was a full participant at Monday's practice, so there's a good chance he's able to return from the four-game absence Tuesday. Kristaps Porzingis (knee) is sitting out the front half of the back-to-back set, so Kleber could see increased work in the frontcourt if available.

Kleber (Achilles) was able to go through a full practice Monday, Callie Caplan of the Dallas Morning News reports.

Kleber has missed the last four games with a sore Achilles, but this is a big step in the right direction. Coach Rick Carlisle did not make any promises as far as Kleber's status for Tuesday's game at Memphis, but it looks like he'll have a realistic chance to make his return.

Kleber (Achilles) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Cavaliers.

Kleber will miss a fourth consecutive game due to Achilles soreness. Dorian Finney-Smith and Nicolo Melli could see increased minutes once again.

Kleber (Achilles) has officially been listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Cavaliers, Brad Townsend of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Following Friday's game, coach Rick Carlisle indicated he doubted Kleber would be able to play Sunday. However, he appears to be trending in the right direction with his questionable designation. Still, more clarity on his status should come closer to tip-off.

Kleber (Achilles) is unlikely to play Sunday against the Cavaliers, Brad Townsend of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Coach Rick Carlisle said Friday that he believes Kleber will travel with the team to Cleveland, but Carlisle doubts that the 29-year-old will be able to play. Kleber has missed the last three games due to a sore Achilles. Dorian Finney-Smith and Nicolo Melli could see increased run again Sunday.

Kleber (Achilles) will not play Tuesday against the Heat, and he'll likely miss two or three additional games, Tim Reynolds of the Associated Press reports.

Kleber was questionable coming into the day, but it looks like he never really had much of a chance to take the floor. Coach Rick Carlisle confirmed that the forward's sore Achilles will keep him out for at least a few games, so he can be safely ruled out for at least Thursday (vs. BRO) and Friday (vs. CLE).

Kleber is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Heat due to a sore right Achilles, Brad Townsend of the Dallas Morning News reports.

Kleber has battled soreness in the area for the last few games, but he hasn't missed any time since sitting out an April 22 win over the Lakers. If he's ultimately cleared to play, he'll likely continue to hold down a starting spot alongside Dwight Powell, as Kristaps Porzingis (knee) is on track to remain out Tuesday night.

Kleber (lower leg) will start Saturday's contest against the Wizards, Brad Townsend of The Dallas Morning News reports.

With Kristaps Porzingis (knee) out, Kleber will get the nod. In Kleber's past 10 starts, he's averaged 5.7 points, 4.8 rebounds and 1.4 assists in 26.9 minutes.

Kleber (lower leg) will play Saturday against the Wizards.

With Kristaps Porzingis (knee) out, Kleber could see an expanded role provided he's feeling healthy enough to play extended minutes. Over Kleber's past 11 appearances, he's averaged 5.0 points, 4.8 rebounds and 1.4 assists in 25.0 minutes.

Kleber (lower leg) has been upgraded to probable for Saturday's contest against the Wizards, Brad Townsend of The Dallas Morning News reports.

With Kristaps Porzingis (knee) out, Kleber could see extra minutes, assuming he plays. Over Kleber's past 11 appearances, he's averaged 5.0 points, 4.8 rebounds and 1.4 assists in 25.0 minutes.

Kleber is questionable for Saturday's contest against the Wizards due to right lower leg soreness, Brad Townsend of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Kleber had recently been dealing with a back injury, but he picked up a new leg injury during Thursday's contest against the Pistons. Kristaps Porzingis (knee) is also questionable for Saturday.

Kleber will come off the bench for Thursday's game against Detroit, Brad Townsend of the Dallas Morning News reports.

Coming off of a string of three straight starts, Kleber will move to the bench as the Mavs go with Dwight Powell and Kristaps Porzingis up front. Kleber played 21 minutes against Golden State on Tuesday, finishing with 10 points, six boards, two assists and a block.

Kleber (back) is no longer on the injury report ahead of Thursday's game against Detroit.

A bruised lower-back has hindered Kleber for the last few games, but he'll be available Thursday on a night when the Mavs will likely be without both Luka Doncic (elbow) and Dorian Finney-Smith (lower leg). Kleber finished Tuesday's blowout win over the Warriors with 10 points, six rebounds, two assists, two threes and a block in 21 minutes.

Kleber (back) is questionable for Thursday's contest against the Pistons, Brad Townsend of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Kleber has been dealing with a bruised back across the past four games, causing him to miss one contest. With Kristaps Porzingis (ankle) doubtful, Kleber could see extra run if he's feeling healthy enough.

Kleber (back) will play Tuesday against the Warriors, Callie Caplan of The Dallas Morning News reports.

With Kristaps Porzingis (ankle) still out, Kleber could see more usage than usual. Since March, he's averaged 7.3 points, 5.4 rebounds and 1.3 assists in 28.8 minutes.

Kleber (back) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Warriors, Tim MacMahon of ESPN reports.

The Mavs are once again listing three of their regular starters as questionable, while Kristaps Porzingis (ankle) and Josh Richardson (hamstring) are both doubtful. Kleber played through a bruised back Monday against the Kings, but he saw only 10 first-half minutes and did not start the second half.

Kleber (back) will play Monday against the Kings, Eddie Sefko of the Mavericks' official site reports.

Kleber has been bothered by a bruised back of late, but he'll suit up for his second-consecutive game Monday. He could see an increased workload with Kristaps Porzingis (ankle) sidelined.

Kleber (back) is questionable for Monday's game against the Kings, Brad Townsend of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Kleber played Saturday and went for nine points, 10 rebounds, five rebounds and one steal across 34 minutes. He's still unclear for Monday's game due to a bruise in his lower back.

Kleber (back) will start Saturday's contest against the Lakers, Brad Townsend of The Dallas Morning News reports.

With Kristaps Porzingis (ankle) out, Kleber will get the nod. In seven starts this month, he's averaged 5.1 points, 4.6 rebounds and 1.0 assists in 29.1 minutes.

Kleber (back) is available for Saturday's contest against the Lakers, Mark Followill of Fox Sports Southwest reports.

With Kristaps Porzingis (ankle) out, Kleber could see more action than usual and is a good bet to be in the starting five. Since March, he's averaged 7.4 points, 5.4 rebounds and 1.2 assists in 29.4 minutes.

Kleber (back) is questionable for Saturday's matchup against the Lakers, Brad Townsend of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Kleber sat out Thursday's game against the Lakers due to a bruised back, but he could return Saturday. Kristaps Porzingis (ankle) is also questionable, so the Mavericks could end up being shorthanded in the frontcourt for the rematch.

Kleber (back) will not play Thursday against the Lakers, Dwain Price of the Mavericks' official site reports.

Kleber will be sidelined for at least one game while dealing with a bruised lower back. Coach Rick Carlisle said there's a possibility that Kleber could be ready to return for Saturday's rematch.

Kleber (back) is doubtful for Thursday's contest against the Lakers, Tim MacMahon of ESPN.com reports.

Kleber suffered a bruised lower back during Wednesday's win over the Pistons, and he'll likely need to sit out at least one game as a result. In his presumed absence, Nicolo Melli should see more minutes.

Coach Rick Carlisle said Kleber had X-Rays come back negative but has "a pretty substantial bruise" on his lower back after Wednesday's win over the Pistons, Callie Caplan of The Dallas Morning News reports.

The 29-year-old sustained the injury while taking a charge Wednesday, and he appears to have avoided any serious concerns. However, Kleber's status for the second half of the back-to-back set Thursday against the Lakers remains up in the air.

Kleber won't return to Wednesday's game against the Pistons due to a bruised lower back.

Kleber came off the bench Wednesday and had zero points (0-3 FT, 0-2 3Pt), five rebounds, one assist, one steal and one block in 14 minutes before suffering the injury while taking a charge. The 29-year-old should be considered questionable for the second half of the back-to-back set Thursday against the Lakers.

Kleber will come off the bench Wednesday against the Pistons.

The 29-year-old has started in every appearance since Jan. 3, but he'll move to the bench after putting up zero points (0-3 3Pt), three rebounds and one block in 21 minutes Sunday versus Sacramento. Dwight Powell will enter the lineup in place of Kleber, shifting Kristaps Porzingis to power forward.

Kleber ended with zero points (0-3 FG, 0-3 3Pt), three rebounds and one block in 21 minutes during Sunday's 121-107 loss to Sacramento.

Kleber hit rock bottom in the loss as he continues to trend in the wrong direction. Despite holding down the starting center spot, Kleber has been unable to put up anything close to standard league value and at this stage, there is no point holding him outside of deeper formats.

Kleber (lower leg) has been cleared to play Monday night against the 76ers, Brad Townsend of the Dallas Morning News reports.

As expected, Kleber has the green light to play, and he'll likely shift up to center as the Mavs rest Kristaps Porzingis (injury management).

Kleber (lower leg) is considered probable for Monday's game against the Sixers.

Kleber was held out of Sunday's loss to the Spurs, but it looks like the Mavs will get him back for the second half of the back-to-back set. Kristaps Porzingis (injury recovery) is considered questionable, so Kleber could have a slightly higher fantasy ceiling if Porzingis is ultimately ruled out.

Kleber (lower leg) will not play Sunday night against the Spurs, Paul Garcia of Project Spurs reports.

Kleber will sit out for the third time in five games as he deals with soreness in his right leg. Nicolo Melli is the most likely replacement starter at one forward spot Sunday.

Kleber (lower leg) is questionable for Sunday's matchup against the Spurs, Brad Townsend of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Kleber remains bothered by right lower leg soreness, and he's at risk of missing his third game in five tries. If he ends up sidelined, more minutes should be in store for Nicolo Melli.

Kleber recorded 12 points (4-8 FG, 4-7 3Pt), five rebounds and two steals across 34 minutes during Thursday's 116-101 win over Milwaukee.

In a return from a one-game absence due to a lower leg injury, Kleber set up shop from beyond the arc and matched a season high with four three-pointers made. The 29-year-old's numbers don't frequently inspire awe, but he's shooting 43% from downtown this season which is easily a career-best number.

Kleber (lower leg) will play Thursday against Milwaukee.

Kleber came into this game as questionable due to soreness in his lower right leg but the issue isn't significant enough to keep him sidelined. Kleber should be looking at his regular workload of around 28 minutes.

Kleber (lower leg) is questionable for Thursday's contest against the Bucks.

Kleber has missed two of the past three games due to right lower leg soreness, but he could make his return Thursday. If he does, he'll likely rejoin the starting five and push Nicolo Melli back to the bench.

Kleber (lower leg) is out Wednesday against the Rockets, Adam Spolane of Sports Radio 610 Houston reports.

Kleber will sit out his second time in three games due to right lower leg soreness. In his absence, Dorian Finney-Smith and Nicolo Melli are candidates to see extra minutes.

Kleber (leg) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Rockets, Brad Townsend of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Kleber returned from a one-game absence Monday, going scoreless across 34 minutes in a start. He continues to be hampered by lower leg soreness, which has status once again in question for Wednesday's game.

Kleber will start Monday's game against Utah, Mavs radio voice Chuck Cooperstein reports.

Kleber missed Saturday's game with a minor leg injury, but he'll be back in the lineup Monday night as the Mavs face off against the top team in the West. With Kristaps Porzingis (wrist) out, Kleber will start at center with Nicolo Melli and Dorian Finney-Smith filling the two forward spots.

Kleber (leg) is not listed on the injury report for Monday's game against the Jazz.

Kleber had to miss Saturday's game due to a leg injury, but it doesn't look like it will keep him out any further. Kleber will likely return to the starting lineup for his regular workload.

Kleber (leg) is out for Saturday's game against the Wizards.

With Kristaps Porzingis (knee) also out, the Mavericks will be very shorthanded in the frontcourt. The result could be extra minutes for Nicolo Melli and Dwight Powell.

Kleber is listed as questionable for Saturday's matchup with the Wizards due to a left leg contusion, Tim MacMahon of ESPN.com reports.

Kleber could see an extended role Saturday should he get the green light, as Kristaps Porzingis (injury management) has already been ruled out. More clarity on his status should be gained closer to tip-off.

Kleber finished Wednesday's win over the Celtics with five points (1-5 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 3-4 FT), three rebounds, two assists and one steal.

While the Mavs got the win, it was not a night to remember for Kleber, who snapped a streak of 15 straight games with at least one three-pointer. Kleber could be of use to managers in deeper leagues as a three-point specialist who adds some boards, but he typically doesn't do enough in other categories to warrant rostering in standard leagues.

Kleber tallied 16 points (6-9 FG, 4-7 3Pt), four rebounds, four assists and one block Friday in a 125-119 loss to the Trail Blazers.

Kleber's 16 points tied the season high he recorded on Jan. 3 (at Chicago) and Feb. 6 (vs. Golden State). The good but rather unimpressive scoring tally shows he is a streaky scorer with value at sporadic doses. Across 22 starts this season, Kleber has recorded double figures in points only six times.

Kleber had 12 points (4-8 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT) and six boards in Wednesday's win over the Clippers.

With Dorian Finney-Smith (personal) sidelined, Kleber took on an increased role and played a season-high 41 minutes of action. The rangy big man is not much of a fantasy consideration in season-long leagues, but he'll gain some appeal in DFS contests if Finney-Smith misses any additional time.

Kleber amassed 11 points (4-7 FG, 3-6 3Pt), seven rebounds and two assists in 33 minutes during Wednesday's 115-104 victory over the Spurs.

Kleber maintained his spot in the opening lineup and came within three rebounds of a double-double. While the production was certainly serviceable, the bigger story here is the fact he played 33 minutes, keeping Dwight Powell firmly planted on the bench. If Kleber is going to be playing significant minutes from here on, he is absolutely worth a look in 12-team leagues.

Kleber (ankle) will start Thursday's game against the 76ers, Noah Levick of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports.

With Kristaps Porzingis (back) out, Kleber will start as expected. Across his past eight appearances, he has averaged 6.6 points, 5.3 rebounds and 1.6 assists in 27.9 minutes.

Kleber (ankle) is available for Thursday's game against the 76ers, Brad Townsend of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Kleber was considered probable leading up to Thursday's matchup, so it's not very surprising to see him considered available against Philadelphia. He could see increased usage Thursday with Kristaps Porzingis (back) unavailable.

Kleber (ankle) has been upgraded to probable for Thursday's game against the 76ers.

With Kristaps Porzingis (back) out, Kleber could see extra usage, assuming he's cleared to play. Across Kleber's past five appearances, he has averaged 5.4 points, 4.4 rebounds and 1.0 assists in 27.8 minutes.

Kleber (ankle) is questionable for Thursday's game against the 76ers, Brad Townsend of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Kleber missed Tuesday's action against the Celtics due to a sprained left ankle, but he could return Thursday. Kristaps Porzingis (back) is questionable as well. If both players are sidelined, coach Rick Carlisle will likely have to hand out more minutes to James Johnson, Willie Cauley-Stein, Dwight Powell and/or Wes Iwundu.

Kleber (ankle) will not play in Tuesday's game against the Celtics, Brad Townsend of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Kleber will be held out after he sprained his ankle during Monday's win over Memphis, marking the 12th game he has missed this year. With Kleber out, James Johnson could be in line for an increased workload.

Kleber suffered a left ankle sprain during Monday's game against the Grizzlies and has been ruled out.

Kleber was spotted heading to the locker room with the team trainer after suffering the injury, and it's no surprise that the big man won't return in what has turned into a blowout. It's unclear at this point whether he'll miss additional time.

Kleber totaled just five points (2-4 FG, 1-2 3Pt) and three rebounds in 26 minutes during Monday's 127-122 victory over Minnesota.

Kleber came into the game on a bit of a heater and had been a sneaky add in many fantasy leagues. Unfortunately, he was unable to maintain his momentum, turning in one of his worst performances of the season. The playing remained solid enough and so despite this effort, he is worth holding to see if he can turn things around on Wednesday when the Mavs host the Hawks.

Kleber recorded 16 points (5-11 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 2-2 FT), eight rebounds and four assists across 32 minutes Saturday in a 134-132 win over Golden State.

Saturday's game marked his first start in which he scored more than 10 points. Starting alongside Luka Doncic and Kristaps Porzingis has lowered Kleber's scoring output compared to when he was on the bench. Kleber is averaging 5.3 points as a starter this season, 3.5 less than as a bench player.

Kleber (COVID-19) recorded two points (1-5 FG, 0-1 3Pt), six rebounds, one assist and one block across 18 minutes Monday in the Mavericks' 109-108 loss to the Suns.

With Kleber back from an 11-game absence, Dwight Powell fell out of head coach Rick Carlisle's rotation entirely, and James Johnson (six minutes) was nearly a casualty as well. The fact that Carlisle immediately inserted Kleber into the starting five in his first game back is a hopeful sign that the 29-year-old will gradually recapture a 25-plus-minute role, but his low-usage role on offense will make him more of a streaming option for rebounds, blocks and three-pointers.

Coach Rick Carlisle said Kleber (COVID-19 protocols) will be available Monday against the Suns, Tim MacMahon of ESPN.com reports.

The 29-year-old has missed the past 11 games while going through the league's health and safety protocols, but he was on the bench with his teammates Saturday and can retake the court Monday versus Phoenix. Kleber was averaging 24.3 minutes before landing in the protocol, but he may have some limitations related to conditioning coming out of the three-week absence.

Kleber (COVID-19 protocols) is out Saturday against the Suns.

There was a chance the big man would return Saturday, but that's been shut down. His next chance to take the floor arrives Monday against the Sunss.

Kleber (COVID-19 protocols) has been ruled out for Friday's game at Utah, Brad Townsend of The Dallas Morning News reports.

The 28-year-old will miss both games against the Jazz this week, but coach Rick Carlisle indicated it's possible the forward could be available Saturday versus the Suns. Kleber is the final Mavs player to come out of the COVID-19 protocols, but he's cleared isolation and has resumed participating in workouts.

Kleber (COVID-19 protocols) remains out ahead of Wednesday's game against the Jazz, Tim MacMahon of ESPN.com reports.

Kleber is part of a large group of Mavericks who have missed an extended period due to the league's health and safety protocols. While his teammates who are in the same situation (Dorian Finney-Smith, Dwight Powell and Josh Richardson) have all been upgraded to questionable, Kleber remains away from the team and has not been cleared to resume team activities.

Kleber (COVID-19 protocols) is out Monday against the Nuggets.

Kleber remains out due to the league's health and safety protocols, and it's not yet clear when he could return. The Mavericks continue to list him as day-to-day.

Kleber (COVID-19 protocols) is out Saturday against the Rockets.

Kleber continues to be shelved due to health and safety protocols, and it's unclear when he may return. The Mavericks continue to list him as day-to-day.

Kleber (COVID-19 protocols) is out Friday against the Spurs.

Kleber continues to be shelved due to health and safety protocols, and it's unclear when he may return. The Mavericks continue to list him as day-to-day.

Kleber (COVID-19 protocols) will remain out for Wednesday's game against the Pacers, Callie Caplan of the Dallas Morning News reports.

It'll be the fifth straight absence for Kleber, who will once again be joined on the inactive list by Josh Richardson, Dorian Finney-Smith and Dwight Powell.

Kleber (COVID-19) has been ruled out of Monday's game against Toronto.

Kleber is still in the league's health and safety protocols, and Monday will mark his fourth consecutive absence. Consider Kleber day-to-day ahead of Wednesday's game in Indiana.

Kleber (COVID-19 protocols) is out Sunday against the Bulls.

Kleber will miss a third straight game as he works through the NBA's protocols. In his absence, Willie Cauley-Stein should continue seeing extended run.

Kleber (COVID-19 protocols) is out Friday against the Bucks.

As expected, Kleber will be sidelined for a second straight contest. There was some uncertainty regarding his test results.

Kleber (COVID-19 protocols) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game at Charlotte.

The 28-year-old was reported to have tested positive for COVID-19 over the weekend, but there was some uncertainty surrounding his test results. Kleber won't be available for Wednesday's contest, though it's unclear if that mean he did test positive for the virus or if he's out due to contact tracing.

Kleber (COVID-19) is questionable for Monday's game against the Pelicans.

Kleber tested positive for COVID-19 on Sunday, but there is apparently some uncertainty surrounding his test, Brad Townsend of The Dallas Morning News reports. As a result, he has a chance to play Monday, but he'll miss several games if his test results are confirmed to be positive.

Kleber entered the NBA's health and safety protocol Sunday following a positive test for COVID-19, Tim MacMahon of ESPN.com reports.

The Mavericks shut down their practice facility was news of Kleber's positive test became known. The team will conduct contact tracing to determine whether any other staff members or players may have been exposed by Kleber, who will need to complete a 10-to-14-day quarantine and test negative before being eligible to rejoin the team. Prior to Kleber's positive test, the Mavericks had already placed three other players in the health and safety protocol (Dorian Finney-Smith, Josh Richardson and Jalen Brunson) after one of the trio had also tested positive.

Kleber will enter the NBA's health and safety protocols and be sidelined for the next 10-to-14 days, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Kleber started the past three games for the Mavericks but will now be unavailable for at least 10 days. Jalen Brunson, Josh Richardson and Dorian Finney-Smith all missed Saturday's contest due to the COVID-19 protocols,, but that trio's outlook remains game-to-game. James Johnson figures to have an increased role while Kleber is sidelined.

Kleber is starting Monday's game against Houston, Craig Ackerman of AT&T SportsNet Southwest reports.

Kleber has come off the bench in all six games so far this season, averaging 8.8 points and 4.7 boards in 23.7 minutes. He'll see a chance to start Monday after a strong performance Sunday in Chicago, scoring 16 points and collecting five rebounds in 29 minutes.

Kleber posted 16 points (5-8 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 3-4 FT), five rebounds and an assist across 29 minutes off the bench in Sunday's loss against the Bulls.

Kleber has been inconsistent with his scoring figures and has reached the 10-point mark in three of his six contests to date, but this was his highest-scoring output of the campaign. He has also grabbed five or more rebounds in four of his last five games, and he's looked productive while holding a steady bench role for the Mavericks. He has played 28 or more minutes in back-to-back games, though, so he might be in line to post better numbers in the future.

Kleber (ankle) will be available for Sunday's game against Chicago.

Kleber entered the day dealing with a minor ankle injury, but he was considered probable leading up to game time. The forward will be available Sunday on the first night of a back-to-back set. Kleber had five points, four rebounds, one assist, one steal and one block in 28 minutes against the Heat on Friday.

Kleber is listed as probable for Sunday's game against the Bulls due to a right ankle sprain, Dorothy Gentry of the Texas Metro News reports.

Kleber presumably picked up the injury in Friday's victory over the Heat. His probable designation indicates it is nothing too serious, but his status will still need to be monitored heading into the game.

Kleber (ankle) is available for Friday's game against the Heat.

Despite a sprained right ankle, Kleber will take the floor against Miami. This season, he's averaging 8.0 points and 4.8 rebounds in 21.3 minutes.

Kleber (ankle) has been upgraded to probable ahead of Friday's game against the Heat.

An ankle injury initially left Kleber questionable, but now it's more likely than not that he takes the court. This season, he's averaging 8.0 points and 4.8 rebounds in 21.3 minutes.

Kleber is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Heat due to a sprained right ankle, Brad Townsend of The Dallas Morning News reports.

The German big man has dealt with a pair of minor injuries so far this season. He was listed as probable due to a sore knee last week but didn't wind up missing any games. It remains to be seen whether or not this new issue will cost him any time.

Kleber (knee) had 10 points (2-8 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 4-4 FT), three rebounds and one assist in a 106-102 loss to the Suns on Wednesday.

Kleber's sore knee did not affect his playing time, as the 28-year-old played more minutes than those he averaged last season (25.5). However, Kleber struggled with his shot and will hope for a better performance in Friday's Christmas showdown against the Lakers.

Kleber (knee) is active for Wednesday's game against Phoenix, Brad Townsend of the Dallas Morning News reports.

As expected, Kleber will be available to play in the Mavs' season opener despite nursing a sore knee. The forward averaged 9.1 points and 5.2 rebounds over 74 games played last season with Dallas.

Kleber is listed as probable for Wednesday's game against Phoenix due to a right knee effusion.

Though he's likely to play in the season opener, Kleber is apparently dealing with soreness in his right knee. The forward averaged 9.1 points and 5.2 rebounds with the Mavericks last season.

Kleber scored 13 points (3-5 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 4-4 FT) and added seven rebounds in 16 minutes of Saturday's 112-102 preseason win over the Bucks.

Kleber came off the bench for Dorian Finney-Smith in this one, but that didn't stop the 28-year-old from tying the team lead in scoring on the evening. Despite not drawing the start, the German native played as many minutes as any of the starters and should continue to be a key rotation piece for Dallas this season.

Kleber is in the starting lineup for Monday's Game 1 tilt against the Clippers, Mirjam Swanson of the Los Angeles Daily News reports.

The Mavericks have opted to go big against the Clippers, which means Kleber will start opposite Kristaps Porzingis in the frontcourt. He averaged 9.9 points and 6.4 rebounds across 30.9 minutes as a starter during the regular season.

Kleber is listed as probable for Thursday's game against Phoenix due to a bruised knee.

Kleber carried the same designation into Tuesday's game against Portland and he ultimately played 27 minutes and finished with 12 points, four rebounds and two steals.

Kleber (knee) will play Tuesday against the Trail Blazers.

As expected, despite dealing with some knee soreness, Kleber will participate in the Mavericks' seventh seeding game. In the bubble, he's averaging 8.8 points, 4.7 rebounds and 1.8 assists in 26.3 minutes.

Kleber (knee) is listed as probable for Tuesday's game against the Blazers.

Kleber is dealing with a bruised right knee, but it's not expected to keep him from Tuesday's game, which falls on the second half of a back-to-back. He played 24 minutes in Monday's win over Utah, logging 11 points, three rebounds and three assists for his third consecutive game with double-digit scoring.

Kleber produced 18 points (7-10 FG, 4-6 3Pt) and six rebounds in 23 minutes during Sunday's 118-111 scrimmage loss to the Pacers.

Kleber got hot from beyond the arc while filling in as the starting center in place of Kristaps Porzingis, who forgot to get tested Saturday and was forced to sit this one out. Kleber has seen a boost in value since Dwight Powell (Achilles) was lost for the season, but it remains to be seen how many minutes Kleber will earn going forward assuming coach Rick Carlisle continues to employ Porzingis at center more often than not.

Kleber supplied 15 points (6-13 FG, 3-9 3Pt), four rebounds and one assist in 38 minutes Wednesday, as the Mavericks beat the Nuggets 113-97.

With Kristaps Porzingis (rest) and Dorian Finney-Smith (hip) inactive, Kleber was a boom candidate. While the usage and playing time was there, Boban Marjanovic (31 points, 17 rebounds) stole the spotlight. Nonetheless, Kleber hit double-digit scoring in consecutive contests for the first time since mid-January. The Mavericks will likely be fully healthy by their next game, which is in limbo given the ongoing international health scare.

Kleber is starting Wednesday's game against the Nuggets, Mike Peasley of the Dallas Mavericks Radio Network reports.

The 28-year-old returned to the bench Tuesday after starting the previous four games, but he'll move back into the starting lineup Wednesday with Kristaps Porzingis (rest) sitting out. Kleber is averaging 9.6 points, 6.5 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1.7 blocks in 30.6 minutes across his 20 starts this season.

Kleber will come off the bench Tuesday at San Antonio.

The 28-year-old started the last five games but will return to the bench with Dorian Finney-Smith (hip) back in action Tuesday. Kleber is averaging 8.8 points, 4.9 rebounds, 1.0 assist and 1.0 block over 23.0 minutes in 44 games off the bench this season.

Kleber amassed five points (2-8 FG, 1-4 3Pt), seven rebounds, five blocks, four assists and one steal in 39 minutes during Wednesday's 127-123 victory over the Pelicans.

Kleber moved into the starting lineup, supposedly for matchup purposes, matching his season-high of five blocks. Kleber has quietly been a top-100 player over the past two weeks, thanks largely to his 1.8 blocks per game. His playing time is typically reliant on the production of others which makes him a tough player to have faith in moving forward. However, he does have a fantasy-friendly game and could be worth a look if you need blocks.

Kleber totaled 13 points (4-8 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 10 rebounds, three blocks, one assist and one steal in 34 minutes during Monday's 109-107 loss to the Bulls.

Kleber filled in as the starter in place of Kristaps Porzingis (rest) and delivered an impressive performance. Kleber has logged two double-doubles through 61 appearances this season, this after managing a career-best three double-doubles across 71 tilts in 2018-19. The campaign-ending injury of Dwight Powell (Achilles) has resulted in Kleber earning a couple additional minutes per night over the last month or so, and on nights when Porzingis is rested Kleber makes for a quality choice in daily leagues.

Kleber is starting Monday's game against the Bulls.

Kleber will step into the starting lineup in place of Kristaps Porzingis, who's being held out Monday due to rest. Kleber's last start dates back to Feb. 22 against Atlanta, finishing with nine points, eight rebounds, five blocks and two assists in 30 minutes of action.

Kleber contributed eight points (3-8 FG, 2-6 3Pt), six rebounds, three assists and two blocks during Friday's 126-118 loss to the Heat.

Along with Kristaps Porzingis, Kleber primarily guarded the paint on defense and shot from the perimeter on offense. Despite the lackluster shooting, he led both the bench in rebounds (six) and the team in blocks (two). The 28-year-old has averaged 9.3 points, 6.5 rebounds and 2.3 blocks since his 26-point performance on Feb. 21.

Kleber posted nine points (4-10 FG, 1-4 3Pt), eight rebounds, five blocks and two assists across 30 minutes during Saturday's 111-107 loss to the Hawks.

Kleber has established himself as one of the better shot-blockers in the league. Saturday's five swats marked a season high, and his block percentage of 3.9 ranks 19th in the league. In nine February games, Kleber is averaging 10.3 points, 5.1 rebounds, 1.7 blocks and 1.2 assists.

Kleber scored a career-high 26 points (10-13 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 3-3 FT) while adding three rebounds, an assist and a block in 23 minutes off the bench during Friday's 122-106 win over the Magic.

The third-year big apparently recharged his batteries completely during his time off, as he hadn't scored more than 10 points in his last six games before the All-Star break. Kleber's role off the bench when the Mavs' roster is fully healthy won't afford him much consistency as a fantasy asset, but he does have upside in DFS tournaments if the game flow falls his way.

Kleber isn't in the starting lineup Wednesday against the Kings, Mike Peasley of the Dallas Mavericks Radio Network reports.

Kleber started five of the last six games but will head to the bench Wednesday as he is 12 for his last 36 from the field. Courtney Lee will join the starting five as Luka Doncic (ankle) also makes his return.

Kleber recorded five points (2-8 FG, 1-4 3Pt), two rebounds and one assist in 22 minutes during Monday's loss to Utah.

Kleber was virtually played off the court by Bojan Bogdanovic and Rudy Gobert as the 27-year-old posted a team-worst minus-31 net rating during his 22 minutes of court time. While he isn't likely to blow owners away with his averages, it's highly unlikely that Kleber will continue to be this ineffective going forward.

Kleber is in the starting lineup Saturday at Charlotte.

Kleber came off the bench Friday but is back in the starting five Saturday for the fourth time in the last five games. The 28-year-old is averaging 10.0 points, 6.8 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1.3 blocks in 30.8 minutes during that stretch.

Kleber will come off the bench Friday against the Wizards.

After three straight starts, Kleber is coming off the bench while coach Rick Carlisle gives his starting spot to Courtney Lee. In 37 appearances off the bench this season, Kleber is averaging 8.5 points and 4.8 rebounds in 23.2 minutes.

Kleber will start Saturday's game against the Hawks, Callie Caplan of The Dallas Morning News reports.

With Kristaps Porzingis (rest) out, Kleber will enter the starting five. In 10 previous starts, he's averaged 10.9 points, 7.0 rebounds, 1.4 blocks and 1.4 assists in 29.7 minutes.

Kleber accrued eight points (3-9 FG, 2-8 3Pt), three rebounds and two blocks in 17 minutes during Saturday's loss to the Jazz.

With Dwight Powell likely out for the rest of the season with a ruptured achilles, Kleber could see an uptick in workload and fantasy value. Unfortunately, this outing wasn't what fantasy owners had in mind, as Kleber surprisingly saw only 17 minutes of action, and took all but one of his shot attempts from beyond the arc. With Kristaps Porzingis now back in the picture, and Boban Marjanovic possibly seeing an uptick in minutes, Kleber's role might not spike tremendously, but he should still get a better opportunity than this on most nights, unless head coach Rick Carlisle plans to give recently-acquired big man Justin Patton some run. Regardless, he's still worth holding in most leagues until we see how this frontcourt situation plays out.

Kleber had 15 points (6-9 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 1-1 FT), four rebounds, three blocks and an assist over 25 minutes during the Mavericks' 133-125 victory over Portland on Thursday.

The Mavericks shot nearly 52 percent from the field as a team. Dallas is actively looking for a veteran to fill the hole of Dwight Powell (ruptured achilles), but the lack of depth at the moment could be a boon to Kleber's production. Thursday marked his highest scoring output in weeks. He may be worth a stash in most leagues.

Kleber will come off the bench Tuesday against the Clippers.

With Kristaps Porzingis returning to the starting five, Kleber will resume his usual bench role. In 31 games coming off the pine this season, he's averaged 8.5 points and 4.9 rebounds in 23.5 minutes.

Kleber contributed 10 points (3-5 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 1-2 FT), eight rebounds, three blocks, one assist and one steal in 31 minutes during Saturday's 109-91 win over the 76ers.

Kleber finished with three swats for the fifth time through 38 appearances this season and continues to produce decent numbers with Kristaps Porzingis (knee) sidelined of late. It's unclear whether Porzingis will be ready to return for Tuesday's tilt versus the Warriors, but if not Kleber can likely be expected to draw another start at power forward in order to match up with Golden State's Draymond Green.

Kleber is in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the 76ers.

Kleber will enter the starting lineup Saturday while Kristaps Porzingis (knee) remains sidelined. Kleber is averaging 10.7 points, 7.7 rebounds and 1.8 assists in six starts this season.

Kleber amassed two points, three blocks, two rebounds and one assist in 23 minutes during Friday's 129-1147 loss to the Lakers.

Kleber tallied three blocked shots but was unable to get anything going on the offensive end. The absence of Kristaps Porzingis (knee) has done wonders for Kleber's fantasy stocks, rocketing him into the top-80 over the past two weeks. His ceiling is quite limited even in substantial minutes but Kleber is worth a look if you need cheap big man numbers.

Kleber (knee) is now probable for Tuesday's game against the Clippers.

Kleber was added to the injury report Monday and was initially listed as questionable, but it now appears that he'll be able to take the court Tuesday. Expect him to come off the bench if he is ultimately cleared to play.

Kleber (knee) will play Wednesday against the Magic.

Kleber missed Sunday's game with a right knee issue, but he's been cleared to return after getting through Tuesday's practice with no issues. Through five games this season, Kleber is averaging 8.8 points, 7.8 rebounds and 1.6 blocks across 28.6 minutes per tilt.

Kleber (knee) will be a game-time decision for Wednesday's game against Orlando.

Kleber took a step in the right direction by participating in Tuesday's practice, and the team has officially tagged him as questionable. Dwight Powell and Boban Marjanovic would benefit if Kleber misses another game.

Kleber (knee) took part in Tuesday's practice, Callie Caplan of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Kleber missed Sunday's contest against the Cavaliers due to a right knee issue, so it's good to see him back out on the court. "Maxi's doing better and is so far trending the right way, so see how he feels tomorrow," stated coach Rick Carlisle.

Kleber (knee) will not play Sunday against Cleveland.

A sore knee will keep Kleber on the sideline Sunday -- two days after he played 31 minutes off the bench in a loss to the Lakers. Expect Dwight Powell to pick up increased minutes Sunday, while Boban Marjanovic could also carve out some time off the bench.