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Xavier Henry expected back by training camp from knee, wrist surgeries

Xavier Henry battles the New York Knicks' Tim Hardaway Jr.
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Xavier Henry underwent successful knee and wrist surgeries Friday, according to the Lakers.

Henry was originally injured Dec. 29 in a loss to the Philadelphia 76ers, suffering a bruised right knee that resulted in a cartilage abnormality.

After a lengthy rehabilitation, Henry was able to return on March 3, but a few weeks later, he tore a ligament in his left wrist in a loss to the Washington Wizards.

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Henry’s knee surgery was performed by Dr. Stephen J. Lombardo; his wrist was repaired by Dr. Steven Shin -- both at the Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic.

The 6-foot-6 Henry was originally signed over the summer on a $916,099 non-guaranteed contract. Through 43 appearances, Henry averaged 10 points on 41.7% shooting from the field.

He’ll be an unrestricted free agent this summer but has previously indicated he would like to return next season.

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Henry is expected to be ready for training camp after the two surgeries.

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Email Eric Pincus at eric.pincus@gmail.com and follow him on Twitter @EricPincus.

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