Tar Heels in NBA: Cam Johnson to have knee surgery, could miss significant time

Posted Nov 7, 2022
A promising start to the NBA season for Cameron Johnson has taken a frustrating turn. The Phoenix Suns announced that Johnson tore the meniscus in his right knee, will undergo surgery and is out "until further notice." His recovery could take months. Johnson joins fellow UNC alums Danny Green, Cole Anthony and Coby White in dealing with injuries. (Tar Heel Tribune)

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