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Steve Clifford’s net worth in 2024 is $4 million. The former NCAA Division II coach came a long way to be the head coach of the Charlotte Hornets. But after consecutive seasons with the Hornets finishing near the bottom of the NBA, Clifford agreed to step down and move to a front-office position with the Hornets as an adviser.

Charlotte Hornets News / Hardwood Heroics / May 9

Charlotte Hornets Announce Charles Lee as New Head Coach for 2024-25 Season

The Charlotte Hornets took their sweet time in finding their new head coach. Since Steve Clifford moved to a front-office capacity within the franchise, they need to find a capable basketball brain who can maximize the talent in the Hornets roster.

Charlotte Hornets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 9

3 big takeaways from Charles Lee being named Hornets next head coach

The Charlotte Hornets finally got their head coach after Steve Clifford decided to transition into a front-office role. Boston Celtics assistant Charles Lee accepted the role of becoming Charlotte’s new head coach to replace Clifford.

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Charlotte Hornets News / Field Level Media / May 9

Hornets hire Charles Lee as head coach

Boston Celtics assistant coach Charles Lee agreed to become head coach of the Charlotte Hornets on Thursday. Lee, 39, will continue in his role on the Boston bench until the team is eliminated from the playoffs before replacing Steve Clifford in Charlotte, the team said.

Charlotte Hornets News / Viral Sports News / May 9

Charlotte Hornets Reportedly Hiring Charles Lee as Head Coach

The first major move the Charlotte Hornets needed to complete during the 2024 NBA offseason was finding a head coach. Near the end of the 2023-24 campaign, Steve Clifford announced that he would be stepping down, effective at the end of the season.

Charlotte Hornets News / Hardwood Heroics / April 23, 2024

Charlotte Hornets Tap Popular Analyst as Potential Head Coach for 2024-25 Season

The Charlotte Hornets are looking at every possible nook and crevice to find the perfect head coach to replace Steve Clifford. They have gone through multiple head-coaching candidates, some of whom were notable NBA players in their younger days.

Charlotte Hornets News / Hoops Rumors / April 22, 2024

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Charlotte Hornets News / Hardwood Heroics / April 15, 2024

Charlotte Hornets’ Search for New Head Coach in 2024 Links Them With Big Names

The Charlotte Hornets’ 2023-24 season ended on a good note as Steve Clifford won his final game before moving over to a front-office position. His second stint with the organization is worse than his first run, so it might have been a good idea for him to move on from the post.

Charlotte Hornets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 14, 2024

Hornets most to blame for brutal 2023-24 NBA season

The Charlotte Hornets have navigated a treacherous 2023-24 season. After loads of injuries and roster changes, Charlotte finished the year at 21-61. The team dearly missed LaMelo Ball, who missed most of the season with an ankle injury.

Charlotte Hornets News / Field Level Media / April 14, 2024

In coach Steve Clifford's final game, Hornets upend Cavs

Nick Smith Jr. pumped in 24 points to lead a bunch of backups for the Charlotte Hornets in their season-ending 120-110 victory against host Cleveland on Sunday afternoon, preventing the Cavaliers from having a chance to share the Central Division title.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 10, 2024

Hornets news: Steve Clifford tribute brings 1 positive in Charlotte’s failure to stop Luka Doncic, Mavericks

The Charlotte Hornets fell short in their final home game of the 2023-24 season after losing to the Dallas Mavericks 130-104. Charlotte wanted to close out their home stand strong not just to get a win on the board, but for Steve Clifford as well.

Charlotte Hornets News / Last Word On Sports / April 5, 2024

Hornets Linked to Surprising Head Coach Candidate

This week, the Charlotte Hornets received permission to interview four head coaching candidates in the aftermath of Steve Clifford’s decision to transfer

Charlotte Hornets News / NBA Analysis Network / April 5, 2024

Hornets Have Sights Set On 4 Assistants For Head Coaching Job

The Charlotte Hornets are going to have a busy 2024 NBA offseason. Their first order of business before even looking to improve the roster will be to find a new head coach to lead the team.

Charlotte Hornets News / Last Word On Sports / April 4, 2024

Diving Into Hornets 4 Head Coach Candidates

With Charlotte Hornets head coach Steve Clifford deciding to step down at the end of the season, the organization is already looking for his replacement.

NBA News / Field Level Media / April 4, 2024

Pursuing playoff spot, Magic out to avoid distractions vs. Hornets

The Charlotte Hornets probably could benefit from a distraction in the final weeks of the season. The Orlando Magic really can't afford to lose focus. The teams meet Friday night in Charlotte, where Hornets coach Steve Clifford is bound to draw attention.

Charlotte Hornets News / BasketballNews.com / April 4, 2024

Steve Clifford to step down as Charlotte Hornets coach at end of season

Charlotte Hornets head coach Steve Clifford is expected to step down from his head coaching position to take a front-office role with the franchise, reports Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / April 4, 2024

Hornets To Interview Kings’ Jordi Fernandez, Other Assistants In Coaching Search

The Charlotte Hornets are set to interview four NBA assistant coaches in an effort to fill their coaching vacancy before next season, per Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN.

Charlotte Hornets News / Fadeaway World / April 4, 2024

Steve Clifford Steps Down As Hornets Head Coach

Hornets coach Steve Clifford recently told his team that his days in the locker room are numbered. According to Adrian Wojnarowski, Clifford decided not to return next season and will instead take on a front-office role within the organization.

Charlotte Hornets News / Yardbarker / April 3, 2024

Hornets coach Steve Clifford to step down, but team's future seems bright

Steve Clifford is stepping down as Charlotte Hornets head coach with the aim of taking a front-office role with the team. But there's still reason for optimism in the Queen City.

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