Charlotte Hornets coach Steve Clifford has been cleared to return to the bench next week, the Observer has learned.
Clifford has been out since early December with what had been an undisclosed medical condition. The Observer has learned Clifford has been suffering from severe headaches — a condition that started before this season – and has been working with doctors to establish the best course of preventive treatment going forward.
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In his absence, associate head coach Stephen Silas has been in charge of the team.