DALLAS — Dallas Mavericks guard Dante Exum has been out in recent practice and games. Before Saturday's preseason contest, head coach Jason Kidd provided an Exum update. According to Kidd, Exum is dealing with right knee soreness and Dallas is proceeding with caution. There is a chance that the guard could be out for a while.

Exum has dealt with injury trouble throughout his career. It is unfortunate without question. He often makes a quality impact while on the floor. The Mavs believe in Exum as well, but their guard depth takes a blow whenever he is out.

D'Angelo Russell will likely start at point guard with Kyrie Irving still recovering from ACL surgery. Irving is not expected to return until early 2026, so the Mavs could certainly use the guard depth to begin the season. The

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