James Nnaji, who was a draft pick for the Charlotte Hornets, had lumbar spine surgery, Sports Illustrated reported June 5.

Mr. Nnaji previously played for FC Barcelona and had surgery at the end of the season, the report said. Dr. Anna Garcia de Frutos performed the surgery at Barcelona Hospital in Spain.

Mr. Nnaji is expected to recover in four months and will stay in Barcelona for one more year.