Suns forward/center Amar? Stoudemire underwent arthroscopic surgery on his right knee at Banner Samaritan Outpatient Surgical Center this morning.

Team orthopedic surgeon Dr. Thomas Carter performed the procedure to remove debris caused by wear and tear of the knee cap. The resulting inflammation led to the development of a Baker?s cyst and associated pressure behind the joint. No isolated defect was found and the cyst was aspirated.

The 23-year-old will be on crutches 7-10 days and his return to court activities is estimated to take six to eight weeks. He will not return this season.