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: Will play Friday
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Hyland (hip) is available and will play in Friday's preseason game against the Trail Blazers, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.
Hyland was expected to be a game-time decision for this contest due to left hip soreness, but he'll give it a go. Expect Hyland to see minutes off the bench in the same role he's expected to have once the regular season begins for the Clippers.
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Clippers' Bones Hyland: Sitting out Tuesday
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Hyland will be held out of Tuesday's preseason matchup versus the Nets due to left hip soreness, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.
Hyland will sit Tuesday, though it is just expected to be a precautionary move by the club ahead of Opening Night. The 24-year-old's next chance to suit up during the preseason will come Friday versus the Trail Blazers.
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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.
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Clippers' Bones Hyland: Back with first unit
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Hyland will start Wednesday's game against the Suns, Joey Linn of SI.com reports.
Hyland draws the starting nod at point guard with the Clippers down Russell Westbrook (hand) and James Harden (foot). In four starts this season, Hyland is averaging 10.8 points, 5.8 assists and 2.0 rebounds.
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Clippers' Bones Hyland: Retreats to bench
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Hyland will come off the bench during Sunday's game against the Hawks, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.
Hyland got two spot starts with James Harden (shoulder) out of the lineup, but he will return to his usual bench spot Sunday. With Norman Powell (lower leg) out of the lineup, Hyland could still be in for ample playing time.
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Clippers' Bones Hyland: Struggles in spot start
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Hyland accumulated five points (2-9 FG, 1-6 3Pt), two rebounds, four assists, one block and two steals across 24 minutes during Friday's 112-104 loss to the Pelicans.
Hyland got the starting nod once again with James Harden ruled out due to a shoulder injury. Coming off a strong performance Thursday, Hyland failed to repeat his heroics, tallying just five points in 24 minutes. Harden's injury doesn't sound as though it is going to cause him to miss significant time, meaning Hyland's stretch of relevance could end just as quickly as it began.
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Clippers' Bones Hyland: Takes advantage of spot start
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Hyland notched 17 points (6-9 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 1-2 FT), five rebounds, 11 assists and four steals over 32 minutes during Thursday's 126-111 victory over the Bulls.
Hyland was inserted into the starting lineup with James Harden (shoulder) sidelined. Hyland made the most of his opportunity as he recorded his first double-double of the season and the third of his career. His 11 assists Thursday tied a career high set in December of 2022, and his 17 points were his most since Nov. 10 against the Mavericks. Law Murray of The Athletic reported after Thursday's game that Harden is uncertain he'll play Friday against the Pelicans, and if that's the case, Hyland figures to reprise his starting role.
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Clippers' Bones Hyland: Starting for injured Harden
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Hyland will get the start Thursday against the Bulls in place of the injured James Harden (shoulder), Law Murray of The Athletic reports.
Hyland has been a consistent part of the rotation over the past seven games, and it appears coach Tyronn Lue has seen enough to give him a chance at starting in place of Harden. Hyland has gotten the nod in two prior games this season, totaling 21 points, eight assists, two steals and one rebound in 66 minutes. Per 36 minutes, he's averaging 16.3 points, 5.4 assists, 2.5 rebounds and 1.4 steals. The Clippers will still have Kawhi Leonard (back) after an injury scare, however, so it won't be just up to Hyland and Paul George to generate first-unit offense.
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Clippers' Bones Hyland: Plays well off bench
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Hyland ended with eight points (3-8 FG, 2-4 3Pt), two rebounds and three assists in 18 minutes during Tuesday's 118-100 loss to Minnesota.
Kawhi Leonard left this game early after 12 minutes with a back issue and didn't return, and Hyland made the most of his limited minutes. He had no rhythm at the beginning of March, but he's played well in three straight games with averages of 10.0 points, 3.0 assists, 2.0 rebounds, 1.3 steals and 2.3 three-pointers.
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Clippers' Bones Hyland: Enters rotation for Clippers
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Hyland notched zero points (0-3 FG) and two assists in 14 minutes during Sunday's 89-88 victory over Minnesota.
After not playing at all in February, Hyland has averaged 15.0 minutes in his last two appearances. He's getting some opportunity with Russell Westbrook (wrist) out indefinitely, but there's some obvious rust to shake off with a combined two points in those games on 1-for-10 shooting.
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Clippers' Bones Hyland: Available to play
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Hyland will be available for Thursday's game against the Thunder, Joey Linn of SI.com reports.
While Hyland will be available for Thursday's game, that doesn't mean he'll play. The third-year guard has appeared in only 19 games for the Clippers this season, posting meager averages of 6.2 points, 1.7 assists and not much else on 36.7 percent shooting from the floor. He was sent home ahead of the Clippers' final game before the All-Star break to reset his mindset after frustrations about playing time.
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Clippers' Bones Hyland: Won't play Wednesday
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Hyland is not with the team and is listed as out for Wednesday's game versus the Warriors.
Hyland's absence won't impact the Clippers' rotation, as he hasn't played since Jan. 31 despite being available. Per Shams Charania of The Athletic, the Clippers opted to send Hyland and P.J. Tucker home for the final game before All-Star Weekend to reset their mindsets following months of frustration due to lack of playing time. Both players are expected to return to the team after the break, so Hyland's next chance to suit up will come Feb. 22 against the Thunder.
