Phoenix Suns forward Dragan Bender underwent a successful routine arthroscopic procedure on his right ankle to remove a bone spur.
The surgery was performed by Dr. Ned Amendola at Duke University Hospital.
Bender is estimated to return to full basketball activity in approximately four to six weeks.
The fourth overall pick of the 2016 NBA Draft, Bender is averaging 3.2 points, 2.2 rebounds, 0.5 blocks and 12.7 minutes in 38 games during his rookie season.