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Los Angeles Lakers coach Frank Vogel clears NBA's COVID-19 protocols

Los Angeles Lakers coach Frank Vogel cleared the NBA's health and safety protocols and returned to coach the team in Friday night's 139-106 win over the visiting Portland Trail Blazers.

Vogel entered the league's COVID-19 protocols on Dec. 19. Assistant coach David Fizdale took over head-coaching duties during Vogel's absence.

The Lakers began a five-game homestand Friday night after having lost five of six games since Vogel entered the protocol.