Knicks forward Quentin Richardson underwent back surgery and will miss the rest of the season. His recovery will take about three months.
Richardson “is expected to resume a normal NBA career,” according to a doctor. Doctors removed fragments from a herniated disc, the Knicks said.
Richardson missed the last seven games because of chronic back trouble.
– The Hornets’ Peja Stojakovic said that a setback in his rehab from back surgery will delay his return to the court, hurting his chances of helping the team make a stretch run for a playoff spot. . . . Wayman Tisdale, 42, is undergoing treatment for a cancerous cyst discovered below his right knee after he broke his leg. He played 12 seasons in the NBA with the Pacers, Kings and Suns. . . . Bobcats coach Bernie Bickerstaff challenged injured forward Sean May (265 pounds) to lose weight and get into better shape by next season.
