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Brand undergoes shoulder surgery

Philadelphia 76ers forward Elton Brand underwent successful surgery on his right shoulder this afternoon, according to a press release from the team.

Brand suffered a dislocated right shoulder against the Milwaukee Bucks on December 17, 2008. He will miss the remainder of the 2008-09 season.

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