Hyland closed with three points (1-3 FG, 1-3 3Pt), one rebound and one assist in 10 minutes in Saturday's 122-105 win over Charlotte.
Hyland once again finished in single digits Saturday, marking his sixth straight game without reaching double figures to open the season. The 2021 first-round pick has shown scoring flashes in past campaigns but hasn't carved out a meaningful role in Minnesota's rotation, competing for playing time at point guard behind Donte DiVincenzo and Mike Conley alongside Rob Dillingham. Through six contests, Hyland is averaging 5.2 points, 1.5 assists and 1.2 rebounds in 12.8 minutes per game.
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Timberwolves' Bones Hyland: Earns reserve role in opener
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Hyland scored two points (1-2 FG, 0-1 3Pt), two rebounds and one assist in eight minutes in Wednesday's win at Portland. He was used off the bench late in the game ahead of Rob Dillingham because because head coach Chris Finch said "that's someone I felt could handle (the ball) out there and could stand up to some of the (Blazers) drives," according to the St. Paul Pioneer Press.
Hyland isn't likely to have much of a role off the bench for the T-Wolves, barring several injuries, but it's certainly notable that he got minutes ahead of 2024 eighth overall draft pick Dillingham, who was thought to have a growing role off the bench this season. Minnesota's point guard situation is a bit in flux, so there could be an opportunity for Hyland to win more minutes off the bench.
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Timberwolves' Bones Hyland: Scores 10 in preseason loss
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Hyland posted 10 points (4-11 FG, 2-6 3Pt), four rebounds, two assists and a steal over 20 minutes of action in Friday's 126-110 preseason loss to Philadelphia.
Hyland is not expected to be a contributor in Minnesota's rotation, especially not right away, but having another double-digit scoring output is encouraging. In six preseason games, Hyland averaged 7.8 points, 2.7 rebounds, 2.7 assists, 1.2 steals and 0.3 blocks over 16.2 minutes.
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Timberwolves' Bones Hyland: Drops 18 points in preseason win
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Hyland finished with 18 points (5-8 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 5-6 FT), three rebounds, three assists and one steal across 22 minutes in Saturday's 126-116 preseason win over the Nuggets.
Hyland impressed during Minnesota's preseason opener, leading all scorers in an efficient performance. The 25-year-old guard signed a partially guaranteed one-year contract with the team in mid-September and is likely to provide backcourt depth for the Timberwolves in the 2025-26 campaign. He appeared in 24 regular-season games between the Timberwolves and Clippers last season, during which he averaged 6.2 points and 1.3 assists across 10.0 minutes per contest.
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Timberwolves' Bones Hyland: Set to join Timberwolves
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Hyland and the Timberwolves agreed to a deal Monday, Michael Scotto of USA Today reports.
After fizzling out with the Clippers to begin last year, Hyland has landed an opportunity to rejoin the Timberwolves for training camp in an effort to make the final roster. The 2021 first-rounder is capable of providing instant offense off the bench, as he averaged 6.2 points, 0.8 steals and 1.3 three-pointers in just 10.0 minutes per game over 24 regular-season contests in 2024-25. However, he'll likely be hard-pressed to find playing time in the Minnesota backcourt if he makes the Opening Night roster.
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Timberwolves' Bones Hyland: Rare appearance in win
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Hyland amassed one rebound over two minutes during Thursday's 105-90 win over the Nets.
Hyland stepped into the rotation for just the fourth time since joining the Timberwolves, a stint spanning nine games. It's been another disappointing season for Hyland, suiting up on just 24 occasions, averaging 6.2 points in 9.9 minutes.
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Timberwolves' Bones Hyland: Joins parent club
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The Timberwolves recalled Hyland from the G League's Iowa Wolves on Tuesday.
After signing a two-way deal with Minnesota last Thursday, Hyland reported to the G League's Iowa Wolves and turned in a pair of big performances, averaging 33.5 points, 7.0 three-pointers, 5.5 assists, 4.5 rebounds, 4.0 steals and 1.0 blocks in 40.8 minutes between his two appearances. He'll link up with the Timberwolves ahead of Tuesday's game against the 76ers but isn't certain to be included in the rotation.
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Timberwolves' Bones Hyland: To sign with Minnesota
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Hyland and the Timberwolves have agreed to a two-way contract, ESPN's Shams Charania reports.
The Timberwolves promoted Jaylen Clark to a standard roster spot to clear a two-way slot for Hyland. This will be a fresh start for Hyland after the Clippers traded him away before the deadline when he was ultimately waived in Atlanta. In 20 appearances for the Clippers, Hyland averaged 7.2 points, 1.4 assists and 1.2 rebounds in 11.1 minutes.
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Bones Hyland: Let go by Atlanta
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The Hawks are planning to waive Hyland on Friday, NBA reporter Chris Haynes reports.
Atlanta acquired Hyland from the Clippers on Thursday, but he was mostly viewed as a salary filler to offset the contract of Bogdan Bogdanovic, who was moved to Los Angeles. After averaging 7.2 points, 1.4 assists and 1.2 rebounds in 11.1 minutes across 20 appearances the Clippers this season, the 24-year-old guard will become a free agent once he clears waivers.
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Hawks' Bones Hyland: Won't be available Friday
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Hyland (trade pending) is listed as out for Friday's game against the Bucks, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.
While fellow trade-deadline acquisitions Caris LeVert (trade pending), Terance Mann (trade pending) and Georges Niang (trade pending) are all listed as questionable, Hyland has already been ruled out. Even when available, Hyland will likely compete for limited minutes in Atlanta's backcourt.
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Hawks' Bones Hyland: Traded to Atlanta
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The Clippers traded Hyland and Terance Mann to the Hawks on Thursday in exchange for Bogdan Bogdanovic, ESPN's Shams Charania reports.
A fresh start could be just what Hyland needs, as he was used sparingly by the Clippers. He made just 20 regular-season appearances with the Clippers, averaging 7.2 points, 1.4 assists and 1.2 rebounds in 11.1 minutes. In Atlanta, Hyland will compete for backcourt minutes off the bench with guys like Terance Mann and Vit Krejci.
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Clippers' Bones Hyland: Nabs three steals in win Monday
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Hyland registered eight points (3-6 FG, 2-5 3Pt), three assists and three steals over 12 minutes during Monday's 144-107 victory over Utah.
The 24-year-old guard was efficient during his limited run in the blowout win, tying Kevin Porter for the team-high mark in steals. Hyland has appeared in five consecutive outings with Terance Mann (finger) sidelined, during which he has averaged 12.8 points, 2.4 assists, 1.6 rebounds and 1.4 steals across 18.2 minutes per contest.
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Clippers' Bones Hyland: Leads charge for Clippers again
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Hyland produced 22 points (7-13 FG, 5-10 3Pt, 3-3 FT), three rebounds, four assists and one steal across 28 minutes off the bench during Sunday's 117-106 loss to the Rockets.
The fourth-year guard led the Clippers in scoring for the second straight game, taking full advantage of the absences to Terance Mann (finger) and James Harden (groin). Mann isn't expected back until after Christmas, and while Harden's injury doesn't seem serious, it's unclear when he might get back on the court, so the door could be open for Hyland to see a big workload over the next week or two. He hadn't seen more than 12 minutes of court time in a game before Mann's injury, but over the last two contests, Hyland has averaged 20.0 points, 5.0 threes, 3.5 boards and 3.0 assists in 25.5 minutes as a significant part of the second unit.
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Clippers' Bones Hyland: Leads Clippers in scoring
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Hyland produced 18 points (5-11 FG, 5-10 3Pt, 3-4 FT), four rebounds and two assists in 23 minutes during Wednesday's 108-80 loss to Minnesota.
Hyland stepped up off the bench and emerged as perhaps the lone reliable offensive weapon for the Clippers in a game during which the team mustered only 80 total points. Don't expect Hyland to hover around the 15-point mark on a regular basis, though. He's scored in double digits in just two of his nine appearances off the bench in 2024-25.
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Clippers' Bones Hyland: Not starting Wednesday
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Hyland will come off the bench in Wednesday's season opener versus Phoenix, Joey Linn of SI.com reports.
Hyland gives way to James Harden, Norman Powell and Terance Mann in a three-guard starting lineup for the Clippers. Hyland faces stiff competition from the defense-oriented Kris Dunn as well as the offense-oriented Kevin Porter on a deep bench of backcourt options.
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Clippers' Bones Hyland: Joins starting five
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Hyland is starting Thursday's preseason game against the Kings, Justin Russo of the 'Clip & Roll' podcast reports.
With James Harden receiving a night off, Hyland is getting the nod at point guard Thursday night. Hyland's last appearance dates back to Friday against the Blazers, finishing with 14 points, three rebounds and two assists in 18 minutes off the bench.
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Clippers' Bones Hyland: Pops for 11 points Wednesday
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Hyland contributed 11 points (3-5 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 4-4 FT), one rebound and three assists over seven minutes during Wednesday's 123-93 loss to the Mavericks in Game 5 of the first round of the Western Conference playoffs.
Hyland popped for 11 points in seven minutes as the Clippers were soundly beaten by an impressive Dallas outfit. Now trailing 3-2 in the series, Los Angeles will need to turn things around in a hurry should they hope to extend it to a seventh game.
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Clippers' Bones Hyland: Out Sunday
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Hyland (not injury related) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Rockets, Justin Russo of the 'Clip & Roll' podcast reports.
Hyland has totaled 57 points, 15 assists and six steals over his last two appearances, including one start, and he was in line for another elevated role Sunday, as most of the Clippers' regulars are resting. However, the youngster has been ruled out an hour before tipoff after not being listed on any of the previous injury reports. It's unclear if he'll have a regular rotational role during the postseason.
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Clippers' Bones Hyland: Top scorer off bench in extra time
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Hyland chipped in 20 points (7-17 FG, 3-11 3Pt, 3-4 FT), five rebounds, six assists, one block and three steals over 30 minutes during Friday's 110-109 loss to the Jazz.
Hyland led all Clippers in scoring and threes made while handing out a team-best assist total and a team-high-tying trio of steals while receiving extended minutes off the bench with Los Angeles resting some of its starters. Hyland has surpassed the 20-point mark in two games this season, finishing with at least five boards and five assists in two contests. We could see Hyland earn extra minutes again in the regular-season finale Sunday.
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Clippers' Bones Hyland: Returns to bench
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Hyland will come off the bench Friday against the Jazz, Justin Russo of the 'Clip & Roll' podcast reports.
Hyland drew the start at point guard Wednesday while Russell Westbrook and James Harden recovered from injury, but he'll shift back to the bench for Friday's action. Hyland recorded seven points, nine rebounds and two assists over 17 minutes in his last appearance as a reserve Tuesday in Phoenix.
