The NBA is Witnessing an INSANE Comeback Story

Dante Exum was one of the biggest what-if’s of the mid-2010’s. He was drafted 5th overall by Utah but constantly ran into injuries. Now he’s back in the NBA after being cast-off to Europe and playing better than ever. How did he do it when everyone thought his career was over?

[@Trinswserve10]

Dante as a starter is averaging 15.3 points, 4.5 assists, 3.8 rebounds. Shooting an incredibly efficient 60%,53% and 85% respectively.

[@jumbokevin]

Very very efficient! And incredibly impressive points per minute considering that he's sharing the court with Luka, Kyrie and THJ

[@therealbigblackie]

I deeply feel for the guy after losing his father at such a time, certainly wishing him well after that.

[@NBAQUICKCOURTS]

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[@benjaminlevesque2673]

Dante Exum proved the haters wrong

[@justtimes9257]

i don’t think most believe he was a bad player but he could never stay healthy; when player is hurt he’s always trying to come back to what he was so he doesn’t really have the off-season to improve himself, but he has stayed healthy and now he’s able to develop more arsenal to his game

[@chaoyahan1834]

As a Jazz fan, I just hope he was healthy enough to contribute something... Kinda sad he couldn't do that back then with all the expectations

[@JaKingScomez]

He hasn’t proved anything yet

[@tjknox8936]

Man's averaging 9pts, 3rebs, 3asts, and half a steal💀💀 He's not proving any Hater wrong😭💀💀

[@leonardoadames9788]

@@tjknox8936clearly you’re not watching him play

[@LordVird]

As a huge Partizan fan, I'm super happy for Dante for finding his way in Dalas and I hope he'll stay healthy and help the team. I'm also immensely proud to hear the name of my favorite team in a video by one of the best NBA analytics and especially the part that he still follows what his former team does. We believe that Partizan is like a family and even one year is enough to be hooked till the end of time :) Many thanks for this video, it was a true joy to watch.

[@iamchaunceman]

Mavs fan now a follower of PartiZan!

[@Turas.]

As a fellow fan of Partizan from Poland, I fully agree

[@stefankukolj2347]

We were all very sad when it was announced he would leave Partizan, but deep down we knew that he belongs in the NBA. He is an amazing person and deserves everything good happening to him, and he will always have our support. His father was a great person too, he came to Belgrade to watch him and loved our crowd. May he rest in peace.

[@LordVird]

@@stefankukolj2347 well said Stefan, well said

[@mattsong7149]

@@Turas. I hope Ponitka will turn things round in Belgrade. Right now he is Zeljkos doghouse. Going there was a challange, but it did not pay out plus he played with an injury. I hope our national team wont suffer because of this.

[@danielhooper8082]

As an Aussie and a Mavs fan, I'm so glad to see this guy come back with a vengeance. Makes such a difference to this team and is a pure baller. Makes the right play all the time.

[@jamaican81]

Zeljko Obradovic and Partizan effect. We love Dante, our golden boy ⚫⚪

[@bigbangbasketball]

Glad to see him get another chance

[@ibarboo]

I’m not even a Partizan fan, heck, I am an Efes fan but I’m so glad to see Dante performs well in NBA. I’ve felt for him after he was brutally attacked by Yabusele from Real Madrid, and those guys came away unpunished with all their guilts and won the Euroleague. I have supported Partizan that day because of this so its good to see Dante does pretty well back in USA.

[@iamchaunceman]

100%. Once he was signed here a lot of us started doing our research and I cannot believe the lack of responsibility and discipline the Euroleague allowed. That was strait up criminal assault. He didn’t even do anything and could have ended up paralyzed. Glad Dante’s here now and healthy. He will be loved and cherished in Dallas.

[@tomojevdenic996]

@@iamchaunceman yeah he was very close to death after that come on bro :)

[@KingOfTheOdds]

As a Jazz fan, Quin Snyder really did ruin his legacy as a player. I'm so happy he's playing as what we Jazz fans wanted to see from him.

[@HIB801]

Not really it’s more cuz he’s made of glass

[@pv2639]

Legacy is a word that is misused and overused by nba fans.

[@gerardoneiragonzalez2824]

@@pv2639you clearly don’t know what the word legacy means

[@jumbokevin]

Quin definitely ruined him. I'm still flabbergasted at how Shelvin Mack was considered a better option

[@HIB801]

@@jumbokevin exum hurt again tonight. I’m absolutely shocked.

[@jnmc2498]

As a Mavs fan I’m glad he is shown love. And glad he is with the Mavs.

[@TGTDestiny]

Us Aussies absolutely love to see Exum playing well again! Going to Europe really saved his career.

[@asianck]

Him stopped getting injured saved his career

[@iamchaunceman]

We love Dante here in Dallas. Glad they’ll have him another year after this and hope they offer an extension asap. He slides in next to Luka and or Kai perfectly while playing lock down defense.

[@ivanr.1005]

@@asianck You have no idea who is Zeljko Obradovic, don't you? He is the reason why Exum is great now.

[@MrGrub12]

I thought he played well for the boomers .

[@veloberg]

Jazz fan who was on exum island for a long time. Injuries devastated the start of his career. Glad to see him back in the league and perfoming!

[@jumbokevin]

He always had it in him. Quin Synder ruined his confidence

[@NBAQUICKCOURTS]

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[@aflcardcollector3962]

I love this as an NBA fan from Australia. I love Dante!!! 🇦🇺

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[@timstar28]

Damn, that's crazy. I remember him getting drafted, then never really hearing much about him again. I'm glad he's making a comeback. He seems like a good person. 👍

[@TheAceKannon]

Same. The moment I heard “Dante Exum for three” I was like “ the fuck?!” Lol

[@everythinglakers1713]

I thought it was just him going crazy against the Lakers but he really has transformed his game in Europe and it's translating here! Playing with Luka also eases the burden which is great for his self-confidence cause he's showing he's got the skills now

[@NBAQUICKCOURTS]

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[@wayneturner8575]

It started with his great performances at the most recent Olympics,for Australia. I am proud of my fellow Australian 💪

[@Bobsyagod]

yeah at the olympics I was surprised to see him back, I thought he was done, but he was a big part of our bronze. Also interesting to see 3 Aussies now on Dallas. All the Aussies being in Brooklyn a few seasons ago was what got me liking them, paring them now with Luka who's one of my favourite players is a match made in heaven, they'll provide the grit so Luka and Kyrie can do their thing.

[@MrLurchsThings]

@@BobsyagodI know Exum and Green, who’s the third?

[@ivanr.1005]

It started with Partizan and Obradovic who unlocked his potential.

[@Bobsyagod]

@@MrLurchsThings Kyrie is Australian, just doesn't play for the Aus team

[@digbywoods98]

@@Bobsyagodhe’s not Aussie he was just born here

[@Paconovia]

Any player who plays for Zeljko Obradovic will improve 100%

[@brendanhunter389]

Facts. You come in and listen and do what he says and you will be better than you ever imagined

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[@elmehdinafia1237]

I'm VERY happy for Dante! He's a literal example of a guy who didn't give up. He's the runaway most improved player if we can give it to him.

[@jumbokevin]

I'm so glad you covered Exum because his story has been so underrated. One thing to add is that he is scoring at such a remarkable efficiency - 80%FG over a stretch of eight games at one point. And his 0.5PPM is incredible considering he needs to share the floor with Luka, Kyrie and THJ

[@2403rygar]

I am a Jazz fan and watched Exum get started. He was always so close to making it and kept having freak injuries. I am so glad to see him reaching his potential.

[@heimonen5174]

Very nice vid. You spoke about Dante Exums father with respect so respect to you also from Finland.

[@SpartanTotalSports]

great story, love your channel.... I didn't know about his dad passing, so you gotta cheer for the kid!!

[@daddiethompson5472]

Keep killin the content my boi...From A.M to P.M keep it up 💯

[@nikokotoulas]

Super inspiring story and thanks for telling it brother. Glad he is having success and super happy for him.

[@NBAQUICKCOURTS]

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[@3rr1k_]

he’s so tuff, clutch shotmaker. good shooter now, mavs really got lucky

[@noobroblox1409]

I wouldn’t say it was “luck” because Mavericks GM Nico Harrison saw him from overseas, he was balling. So he picked him up.

[@NBAQUICKCOURTS]

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[@gianniskyriakidis911]

i am so happy for dante as a mavs fan, i followed him in partizan mostly but atm he is playing beyond the expectations set in summer, i hope he can keep it that way, he can be a really valuable piece of the mavs core completing the starting line up or even coming from the bench, i hope he can thrive in dallas

[@patrickhenderson9427]

Love the video. Always good to see a player finally put it together. People forget that all these players drafted high are supremely talented and athletic. Sometimes the game, situation, coaching, organization, bad luck and many other things just prevents a player from reaching their potential

[@kennethshaw2718]

Loved this story. Great deep dive. This is why I subscribe to your channel

[@DeathandKing]

I love your content man

[@Thesportsknowlege]

Love your videos keep up the great work

[@picknroll929]

Haters claim Luka doesn't make teammates better. Look at this guy Exum getting a lot of wide open 3s a game. Same for Grant Williams and Derrick Jones Jr having career year. Even 19 year old Derrick Lively looking like prime DeAndre Jordan playing alongside Luka.

[@iamchaunceman]

Haters are ignorant. They just assume KP was healthy or JB was good enough to stay on the floor ( he could NOT in both clippers series ) while ignoring the obvious stats proving he helps his teammates. Dinwiddie shot 40% from 3 last year and 30% as soon as he didn’t have Luka. He has helped DJJ with a comeback as well. It’s all about match ups, even with teammates as some do what others can’t. Exum, DJJ, THJ, Seth, these guys all benefit tremendously with with wide open threes. Kyrie getting hurt sucks but it may have been the best thing for this rosters depth because now we know exum is for real.

[@astashasta1]

Those guys are morons luka has been making bench players look like real starters for years. This is the first time hes really had a competent roster

[@ivanr.1005]

Just look slovenian national team, he made their players looking like a good players and they are amateurs compared to others. Without Luka slovenia is one of the worst teams in Europe.

[@lovxmae2763]

From getting body slammed by Yabusele to returning to the nba. Mad respect!

[@5wisher5weet]

Glad you did this story, as an Aussie Mavs fan I’m mega happy. He did though get injured yesterday :(

[@JusBeStrong]

He never gave up and now look its all paying off nicely for him!! Good Shit Exum!! 💯🙏 💪

[@doobeedoo2]

you are so good at whst you do, this was excellent

[@brandongordon2392]

Honestly, Exum was a late bloomer… People in the NBA is so damn impatient when it comes to younger players but don’t want to actually f**king develop their talent and skill sets. Exum just never gave up, and focused on his game. Also, Dallas deserves a lot of credit for finding a lot of underrated talent and developing talent who may have been considered damaged goods

[@jalmain]

Facts only franchises like Miami, Spurs & OKC actually help develop players.

[@NBAQUICKCOURTS]

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[@--Spirit]

Dante has always had amazing potential.. it wasnt overhype.. it was the injuries and the jazz that messed it up for him

[@Nicko029]

Awesome video

[@ahmadx1998]

Much Respect for Dante! Worked hard & never gave up. Happy to see him finally have some success in the league.

[@NBAQUICKCOURTS]

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[@digbyskellington]

Love Dante Exum! He's taken a lot of risks, and sometimes paid a heavy price, to play for the Boomers and give us a chance to be in the medals, and every Aussie basketball fan is grateful to him for that. Plus, he managed to turn his NBA exile into a strength. I'd wager that his European playing experience is now a strong point of connection for him and Doncic.

[@rjc9537]

Great Story! 🔥

[@andreamicucci2396]

Can't lie I been waiting on someone to do this video

[@nonoignacio]

D Exum is an example of what other players should do if their NBA career seems going haywire - GO TO THE EURO LEAGUE AND IMPROVE THEIR ARSENAL.

[@iamchaunceman]

Yup they learn to play real team ball over there. The spacing is so different it can force Americans with superior athleticism to learn skills and fundamentals they never needed to in the us.

[@michaelsalazar7399]

I love how dude is slowly letting his accent in his videos be you Brodie ✊🏼

[@appasbiggestfan7076]

Super fun story, good for him!

[@olivercarapina625]

I was not really fan of Euroleague until last season and was really excited watching Dante, and glad to see him in NBA again.

[@NBAQUICKCOURTS]

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[@Smido83]

I said it before the season, and right now it looks like I was completely right. Exum is the Dallas version of 2022 Warriors Garry Payton II. He will be the 3rd Guard in a possble Dallas PO rotation playing around 20 mpg. If this team can figure out the PF and C rotation (most likely via Trade or maybe via a healthy Maxi), the Mavs are a real dark Horse in the West.

[@urhead1o152]

exum=gp2 in 2022 same thing i said to myself nice to see im not the only one

[@lavielloyd]

40 seconds keep it up am hoops love the vids

[@judekabongo282]

Proud of you Dante!

[@marcioantunes5404]

Bro hes a grinder, glad hes on my team

[@chanendlerbong]

He came to the possibly greatest coach in European and probably in basketball history and now we see the results

[@NBAQUICKCOURTS]

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[@eastonellens2006]

I’m so happy for him, I was hoping he could turn is career around

[@bradmartland5723]

Happy new year and congratulations on the birth of your daughter hope that she and mom os all good and healthy

[@StonerStories]

Stayed focused, pushed through adversity and I’m glad to hear about any man that climbs outta their woes

[@NBAQUICKCOURTS]

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[@JohanAlvarez-jk2gy]

Ever since 2k15 my career, I wanted exam to succeed. I always requested my team to trade and or sign in my career. I’m happy he’s thriving in Dallas playing next to my favorite player right now Luka. And this is from a lakers fan who exum killed with 7 threes

[@wasatchpop]

As a Jazz fan, I'm happy for Dante! He's definitely been through the ringer with injuries and what not. Glad he's finding his place back in the league

[@Juimango40]

Dante Exum is having an insane comeback story.

[@NBAQUICKCOURTS]

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[@HolyPire]

Nice to see him back

[@NBAthegoat]

Let’s go Dante Exum

[@CEditz_14]

Best channel

[@cnote729]

Good for him, I knew eventually this guy be good

[@brodiestyles1903]

Always loved Exum on the Australian Team. Such a great talent

[@SinaSoh]

Lifelong Mavs fan here. The Mavs are 6-6 in the last 12 games without Kyrie Irving. Take away Exum (even with Luka) that 6-6 record easily becomes 3-9 or 2-10 in Kyries absence.

[@AsiongSalungat]

Love the insights. You do look like young steve kerr though

[@mantelio9937]

4:42 😁😁 Your Lithuanian last name pronunciation was something else.

[@danplopinio8330]

rooting for him

[@TheyCallMe7s]

As a Mavs fan and watching every minute, Dante always passes the eye test and always makes the right decision, even if he's 2/7 from three or something, he's still plays defense and still helps the offense flow nicely he's pace is perfect, I hope he stays in Dallas for the foreseeable future.

[@ImhatingOnyoComment]

His jumpshot is actually pretty nice in 2k

[@kinguman308]

This guy has been a great pickup for me in fantasy

[@KenFrazierX]

3:03 speaking of Hassan Whiteside, I think it could be a interesting topic looking back on players like Hassan and their careers in a vid and speculating if they could make a comeback.

[@pablocomendador6670]

I always trusted him, I'm so happy for him

[@NBAQUICKCOURTS]

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[@illustratedquotes]

Thats a very interesting story. He is awesome🎉

[@bestoftheshit]

Love to see a great comeback story, I hope he stays healthy and gets paid

[@EuTiming]

i‘m all in for this storyline exum a big hustle guy and does the little things like bruce brown or carusgoat

[@TK-nc3ou]

Exum was always in shape.

[@Tony_Toni_Tone]

This is a great story

[@JBrixz]

Make a video about the raptors situation right now, like I swear it’s probably the most interesting thing in the nba right now cause nothing has really been happening

[@arp_909]

Happy for Dante that things are finally working out. He wasn’t great when he was on the Jazz, but that is well in the past now

[@averagecabb4ge]

love it for him

[@cedricasdfghjkl9151]

That's a feel good story 🙂

[@E_MoneyBags]

He’s shooting 45.2% after not being able to shoot is crazy

[@iamchaunceman]

He’s a fucking monster now. He just doesn’t get bothered out there. Confidence out the A. I’d say the Euroleague certainly fixed him, more than saying the NBA ruined him. Injuries can derail a promising young players career path.

[@Jose-st3fq]

I’m a jazz fan and lemme tell you Dante could be doing this rn for the jazz if it wasn’t for quin Snyder

[@vincentsalvadorlatosa5077]

His story is a testament of how great coaching and skills development is in Europe.

[@BettingWithDoc]

He played competition basketball for two years. Played in front of crazy fans. Of course hes now The Dude for NBA regular season.

[@NBAQUICKCOURTS]

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[@abdeljalil6642]

This was an interesting find on my end

[@Cassopa]

Here after game tie-ing 3 by Dante vs Rockets

[@kobejerrick898]

That man is no joke

[@p2pirate534]

Best story in the league this year

[@oocinom]

Luka Unlocks a players true skill.

[@brendanhunter389]

Was fantastic and i really mean fantastic for us last season. Came in and worked hard, improved and the results speak for themselves

[@NBAQUICKCOURTS]

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[@coldracerx]

This just shows that coaching can make a huge difference in a rookie career.

[@bronchokerr]

Man I'm just happy he is healthy.

[@samthomas6045]

A thing with the top leagues in Europe, is the style is mostly based on a team first approach with very solid fundamentals. It can be the optimal environment for certain players looking to rebuild their game.

[@hatsuhioki9361]

kenrdick nunn took that advice xD

[@Bilbo_361]

bro jinxed the health 😢

[@timometsanoja9666]

He has probably got his dieting, excercise and life habits in a better place now than he had back then... Meaning he gets enough rest and recovery for his body. He was probably stretching it too thin before... And there are like 30-40 fewer games in Europe per year so it has helped him a lot. And he is probably not trying to do too much anymore. He had a lot of ballast on his shoulders with the high draft pick that he didn't know how to deal with it. I hope for him and everyone else playing in the NBA a phenomenal health and wellness for the future. Stay healthy and safe...

[@flirx]

Lol

[@NBAQUICKCOURTS]

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[@milankljajic8574]

There were around 80 games played last season in Partizan, its not that much lower than NBA, maybe even more broski, there is Euroleague 34+ playoffs(for Partizan +5), ABA league 26(+11 playoff), and Serbian cup

[@bigbangbasketball]

Mans went lowkey for about a decade & now he’s balling. Great comeback story.

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[@nenadnedovic9246]

Dante played like he was possessed at Partizan KK. I think playing Euro ball helped improve his game and really show us the champion he really is.

[@jnelliott74]

I watched this video then flipped on the jazz and mavs game. Only to see Exum go out of the game injured. You could not craft a more Exum moment if you tried. He gets a video about him and his come back. Only to see him go out with an injury against the team that drafted him.

[@NBAQUICKCOURTS]

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[@RI0TE0US]

The amount of tears I’ve shed for this player… 😢 #exum #0

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[@superphi]

He definitely deserve another contract

[@uriknight5530]

what he did is play an amazing and super competitive league like Euroleague and play under 2 of the top coaches in europe, sarunas jasikevicius and zeljko obradovic and now you see the results

[@jamesxab]

He was also a big reason why Australia won its first Olympic men’s basketball medal at Tokyo. Ben Simmons bailed on the team and Exum stepped up.