Maurice Harkless (concussion) is close to being cleared to return, Mike Richman of The Oregonian reports.

Harkless (concussion) is close to being cleared to return, Mike Richman of The Oregonian reports.

Analysis:

Harkless is in the final stage of the league's concussion protocol and hasn't officially been ruled out for Monday's preseason matchup with the Jazz. If he passes the final step of the protocol, he could be on the floor after sitting out both Friday's and Saturday's exhibition contests.