Aussie Dante Exum left Tuesday's game against the Orlando Magic after suffering a right calf strain, the team announced.
Exum was helped to the locker room after going down with what looked like a non-contact injury, however initial reports indicate the injury is not as serious as it may have appeared.
Dante Exum suffered a R calf strain and will not return tonight.
— Joe Gabriele (@CavsJoeG) January 5, 2021
Just 40 seconds into the game, Exum pulled up hurt as he dribbled the ball at the 3-point line, appearing to be in visible pain as he clutched his leg.
Here's the moment Dante Exum suffered a non-contact leg injury before being helped to the Cleveland locker room.
— ESPN Australia & NZ (@ESPNAusNZ) January 5, 2021
The Aussie has had more than his fair share of injuries in the past. pic.twitter.com/nVOPQusJyp
The 25-year-old was enjoying a productive start to the season, averaging 4.6 points, 3.4 rebounds and 2.6 assists in 23 minutes per game.
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