Thomas Graham, MD, of New York-based Northwell Health, surgically repaired University of Kansas center Udoka Azubuike's torn ligaments in his left wrist, ESPN reports.
Here's what you should know.
1. Mr. Azubuike's season is likely over. Kansas' coach Bill Self said the freshman center could resume playing by mid-summer.
2. Dr. Graham performed the operation at the Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Clinic in Akron, Ohio.
3. Dr. Graham is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in hand injuries.
4. He operated on former NBA most valuable player Shaquille O'Neal's right thumb.