After missing the past seven games, Trail Blazers coach Chauncey Billups thought Donovan Clingan performed well in his return from a knee injury.

Portland Trail Blazers center Donovan Clingan returned Friday night after missing seven games with a knee sprain. A minutes restriction prevented him from making a significant impact during the team’s 118-116 loss at the Moda Center.

Trail Blazers rookie Donovan Clingan has been cleared to resume on-court workouts after missing the last seven games due to a left knee injury.