76ers' Nerlens Noel: Undergoes successful surgery

Noel underwent a successful arthroscopic procedure in New York City on Tuesday to address an inflamed plica in his left knee.

Analysis:

The team has yet to release a formal timetable for the center's return, but the report indicates that more information will be provided when Noel returns to Philadelphia. It's generally expected that Noel will face a three-to-five week recovery timetable, rendering him unavailable for the first several games of the season. Joel Embiid and Jahlil Okafor should hold down the fort at center for the beginning of the season, and Noel isn't a safe bet to encroach on their minutes once he's cleared to return.