Trail Blazers' Donovan Clingan: Likely to return against Charlotte

Clingan (ankle) is listed as probable for Friday's game versus the Hornets.

Clingan is expected to return to action Friday after missing Portland's previous five contests due to a left ankle sprain. With Deandre Ayton (knee) and Robert Williams (hand) both out, Clingan should draw the start at center if he's upgraded to available against Charlotte.