Caris LeVert has surgery to treat kidney cancer — a routine physical potentially saved his life

The early prognosis is very positive. No further treatment is needed, the team said.

Caris LeVert attended his first practice as a Pacer on Jan. 19. (Photo: PS&E)

Caris LeVert was not on the bench Monday night for the Pacers’ win over Raptors. It was his first missed game since officially becoming the newer member of the team on Jan. 16.

Earlier Monday, LeVert underwent surgery to treat kidney cancer, specifically renal cell carcinoma, at…