**Dallas Mavericks Star Injured During Olympic Training**
**Angelo Guinhawa | July 23, 2024**
Dallas Mavericks guard Dante Exum recently sustained a finger injury while training with the Australian Olympic team, potentially affecting his availability for the Mavericks.
Exum, an Australian player, joined the Mavericks in 2023 after stints with the Utah Jazz, Cleveland Cavaliers, FC Barcelona, and Partizan Belgrade. Drafted fifth overall by the Jazz in 2014, Exum has faced numerous injuries, including a torn ACL in his second season. Despite these setbacks, he has achieved success, winning the Spanish Cup with FC Barcelona and the ABA League championship with Partizan Belgrade.
Exum has also been a key player for the Australian national team, helping secure a bronze medal at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. At 29, he signed with the Mavericks aiming to make a significant impact alongside stars Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving.
In a recent exhibition game against France, Exum dislocated his right index finger. Although initial concerns were serious, scans revealed no fractures. Despite this, he is expected to miss some time but will remain with the Australian team for the Paris Olympics.
Last season, Exum averaged 7.8 points, 2.7 rebounds, and 2.9 assists in 55 games for the Mavericks. While his early-season absence may not heavily impact the team, his role in the guard rotation could be crucial as the season progresses.
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