The Charlotte Bobcats lose Tyrus Thomas

The Charlotte Bobcats will be without 24-year old power forward Tyrus Thomas for at least the next 8 weeks (and maybe more) due to a tear of the lateral meniscus in one of his knees.  Thomas has played in 34 games (1 start) for the Bobcats so far this year and he is averaging 21.6 minutes, 11.1 points, 5.8 rebounds, 0.7 assists and 1.6 blocked shots per game.  This is a huge loss for the Bobcats as Thomas brings energy, offense and defense off the bench.