More than four months after Andrew Bynum injured his left knee, it's been decided the Los Angeles Lakers center will undergo arthroscopic surgery.
The Lakers made the announcement Sunday, saying Dr. David Altchek will perform the procedure in New York on Wednesday -- the same day Bynum's team entertains San Antonio or New Orleans to begin the Western Conference finals.
An estimated timetable for Bynum's return will be provided following the surgery.
"I just hope for the best for him,
" teammate Luke Walton said following a light practice Sunday. "He was a huge part of our success early on and he's going to be a huge part of our future.
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The Lakers said the procedure will entail a cleanup of some rough spots and fraying on the underside of Bynum's kneecap.
Bynum, a 20-year-old center, hasn't played since injuring his knee in the third quarter of a 100-99 victory over Memphis on Jan. 13 at Staples Center.
