Former
Cooper is expected to recover fully after surgery this week at Emory University.
"I know I'm in good hands," he said in a statement released by the Atlanta Dream. "I'm fortunate that my condition was diagnosed early."
Known as a tough defender, Cooper won five
The Dream announced that assistant Karleen Thompson will fill in while Cooper is out.
"I know the team will be in good hands with Coach Thompson at the helm during my absence, and I look forward to returning to the court soon," Cooper said.