Bones Hyland

Bones Hyland started in Anthony Edwards’ (foot) spot Sunday in the 117-103 victory over the Sacramento Kings, finishing with 18 points (6-10 FG, 1-4 3PT, 5-5 FT), three rebounds, five assists and one block.

Fantasy Impact

Hyland exited Friday’s contest after five minutes against the Golden State Warriors due to a knee injury. However, he logged a season-high 36 minutes on Sunday and made the most of the opportunity. If Edwards misses Wednesday’s game against the Memphis Grizzlies, Hyland is likely to start again, making him an intriguing streaming option and daily fantasy play.

Bones Hyland is listed as available for Sunday's game against the Sacramento Kings.

Fantasy Impact

Hyland sustained a right knee contusion in the first quarter of Friday’s game against the Golden State Warriors, forcing him to miss the remainder of the contest. With Mike Conley (Achilles) and Anthony Edwards (foot) sidelined again on Sunday, Hyland may have another opportunity to start, making him an intriguing streaming option and daily fantasy play.

Bones Hyland did not return to Friday’s game against the Golden State Warriors after sustaining a right knee contusion in the first quarter.

Fantasy Impact

Hyland drew the start with Anthony Edwards (foot) sidelined, but exited five minutes into the game. He finished with three points (1-1 FG, 1-1 3PT) and two assists. It remains unclear whether he will be available for Sunday’s game against the Sacramento Kings.

Bones Hyland saw eight minutes of action late in Minnesota's win over Portland on Wednesday, scoring two points (1-of-2 FG, 0-of-1 3Pt) with two rebounds and one assist. Head coach Chris Finch noted he opted for Hyland over rookie Rob Dillingham in that spot because he felt Hyland "could handle (the ball) out there and could stand up to some of the (Blazers) drives," per the St. Paul Pioneer Press.

Fantasy Impact

While Hyland's overall role seems minimal barring injuries, it is noteworthy that he received playing time over Dillingham, the eighth overall pick in the 2024 draft who was expected to see minutes. Minnesota's point guard rotation appears unsettled, which could create a path for Hyland to earn more consistent playing time off the bench as the season progresses.

Bones Hyland and the Timberwolves have agreed to a two-way contract, per Shams Charania of ESPN.

Fantasy Impact

Minnesota promoted Jaylen Clark to a standard roster spot to make room for Hyland on a two-way deal. After being traded by the Clippers and subsequently waived by the Hawks, Hyland gets a fresh start with the Wolves. In 20 appearances for Los Angeles this season, he averaged 7.2 points, 1.4 assists, and 1.2 rebounds in just 11.1 minutes per game. While he won’t have a major fantasy impact initially, he could carve out a larger role depending on Minnesota’s backcourt depth.