BOSTON — As someone who’s been employed in the NBA for a long time, Steve Clifford has witnessed more than his share of wackiness and unique moments.
But during his two-plus decades, there’s one thing the Charlotte Hornets coach hasn’t observed: a player getting yanked from the court hours before the league’s annual trade deadline arrives.
“I’m trying to think,” Clifford said. “I’ve been through a couple of crazy (ones), but not as a head coach and not off practice.”
