Hornets’ Michael Kidd-Gilchrist could miss season with torn labrum

Charlotte Hornets small forward Michael Kidd-Gilchrist suffered a torn labrum in his right shoulder that could require surgery.

Kidd-Gilchrist suffered the injury Saturday, late in the first half of a preseason road victory against the Orlando Magic. Kidd-Gilchrist underwent an MRI Monday that revealed the damage to his shoulder.

Kidd-Gilchrist is scheduled to meet with team orthopedist Dr. Marcus Cook Tuesday to go over his options. If he elects to have surgery, Kidd-Gilchrist would be sidelined about six months, ending his season.