Michael KIdd-Gilchrist could miss season with shoulder injury

Charlotte Hornets forward Michael Kidd-Gilchrist underwent an MRI exam that revealed he had suffered a torn labrum in his right shoulder during Saturday's preseason game against the Orlando Magic, the team announced Monday.

Yahoo Sports reported that Kidd-Gilchrist will require surgery and will be sidelined for six months, although team announcement made no mention of possible surgery or how long Kidd-Gilchrist would be out.

Kidd-Gilchrist is scheduled to visit Hornets team orthopedist Dr. Marcus Cook on Tuesday to determine the next steps for the recovery and rehabilitation of his shoulder.

If Kidd-Gilchrist is sidelined for six months, it probably means he will miss the entire season. He would not return until the final weeks of the season in April.

The 22-year-old Kidd-Gilchrist, who was the second overall pick in the 2012 NBA Draft, averaged 10.9 points and 7.6 rebounds in 55 games for Charlotte last season. He is also a standout defender.

Kidd-Gilchrist signed a four-year, $52 million contract extension in September.