DALLAS — Dallas Mavericks forward Maxi Kleber suffered a tear in his right hamstring during Tuesday's practice, the team announced on Wednesday morning.
In a press release, the team said treatment options are being considered and there was not initially a timetable for his return. It has since been reported that Kleber is expected to miss six to eight weeks due to his injury.
Kleber has averaged 6.2 points per game, 3.5 rebounds per game and 1.0 block per game through 22 games played. Kleber serves as a formidable three-point shooter and defensive player off the bench for Dallas.
Kleber has been shooting 48% from beyond the three-point line in the month of December (12-for-25 in six games) thus far.
The news of Kleber's injury comes after Dallas' 105-90 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers. Kleber did not play in that game.
The Mavs said on Tuesday, Dec. 20 that Kleber underwent surgery to address the hamstring tear. The team said he would start rehabilitation immediately.
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