Dante Exum’s Breakout Game Spoiled By Injury

A common theme throughout the 2014-15 NBA season was a lack of aggression on the offensive end from Utah Jazz point guard Dante Exum. Whether it was a lack of confidence, a fear of making mistakes or a simple case of inexperience, Exum was often reluctant to take the ball to the rack.

In the Utah Jazz Summer League opener against the Boston Celtics, Exum found that aggression in a 100-82 win.

For the night, the 19-year-old finished with 20 points, five assists and four rebounds. The Jazz outscored Boston by 31 points with Exum on the floor.

Unfortunately, Exum was forced to leave the game with 1:50 remaining when he appeared to turn his ankle on a drive to the basket. It was a moment that…