Posted on Thu, Sep. 18, 2008
Jason Smith, the 76ers' second-year big man, underwent reconstructive surgery yesterday to repair the torn anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee, the Sixers announced.
The 7-foot Smith tore the ACL on Aug. 6 while doing a layup at an NBA-approved camp in Las Vegas.
The surgery was performed by David Altchek, an orthopedic surgeon at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York.
Before the surgery, Smith remained in Philadelphia for physical therapy to rebuild the muscles around the knee.
The Sixers said no timetable has been set for Smith's return.
During his rookie season, Smith, from Colorado State University, averaged 4.5 points and 3.0 rebounds in 14.5 minutes per game.
Contact staff writer Kate Fagan at 856-779-3844 or kfagan@phillynews.com.
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