Denver Nuggets starting small forward Will Barton underwent successful surgery to repair hip and core muscles in Philadelphia, the team announced Tuesday morning.
Barton’s status will be re-evaluated in six weeks, meaning he’ll be out until at least early December.
Barton told reporters he felt a pop after suffering the injury on a layup in the third quarter against Phoenix on Saturday.
After multiple consultations, Barton, his representation and Nuggets doctors felt surgery was the best route.
The Nuggets, 3-0, host Sacramento on Tuesday night.
Nuggets coach Mike Malone said Torrey Craig, Juan Hernangomez and Trey Lyles were the most likely candidates to fill Barton’s minutes for the time being.