It is rare to see Orlando Magic coach Steve Clifford smile.
He is a hard-nosed coach brought up on a branch of the Pat Riley tree, having served under both Jeff and Stan Van Gundy in his NBA coaching tenure. He has a straightforward approach that is always looking forward and always looking for ways to make his team better.
His tireless work and his clear, simple vision are what has made him a successful communicator. He sets his expectations clear, but they are rarely tied to something tangible like results.