Steve Clifford appointed as coaching advisor for Wizards
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 1:57 AM
Last updated Jul 5, 2026
Steve Clifford is joining the Washington Wizards as a coaching advisor, according to ESPN. The veteran NBA coach has previously held advisor roles with the Phoenix Suns and Brooklyn Nets. Clifford's experience includes serving as an assistant to Patrick Ewing in Orlando from 2007 to 2012 and working with Ewing again in Charlotte from 2013 to 2017. With this new role, Clifford aims to contribute to the Wizards' coaching staff as they move forward in the upcoming season.
- •Steve Clifford joins Wizards on July 5, 2026.
- •Clifford has advisory experience with Suns and Nets.
- •He coached under Patrick Ewing in Orlando and Charlotte.
- •This role is aimed at enhancing coaching strategies for the Wizards.
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