Grizzlies point guard Jason Williams underwent successful surgery Thursday to remove bone spurs from his left ankle.

Dr. William Hamilton performed the surgery in New York.

The minor procedure will limit Williams 8-12 weeks but he is expected to be ready for training camp in October. Williams, a five-year veteran, will enter the second year of a six-year, $43 million contract extension signed in 2001.

He complained of ankle and foot pain over the past few seasons. Williams also missed three games with a sprained or sore foot last season - the point guard's best as a pro.