MarcusBrody wrote:Goon wrote:Hyland seems to have managed to carve out a nice role off the bench, playing 15-20 mins in the last few games. Nuggets fans how has he looked? Its a bit hard to judge only from highlights but seems to be like an electric player. How's his defense?
I haven't watched more than two of the games where he's played, so hopefully someone else chines in, but I've been impressed how slithery he has looked. He came in with a reputation as having range, and his three ball has been decent, but he's most impressed me with his ability to get to the basket and finish with his arm outstretched to keep the ball away from defenders. For someone who isn't that big and is very skinny, I wasn't sure how he'd do there.
Defense, I couldn't really say. I didn't notice it being terrible, which is good, but I've only seen 30 minutes or so of him play so far, so I withhold judgment.
Again, small sample, but I just looked up his stats and he has had a positive +/- in every game so far, save one where he was neutral in a couple of minutes in a Denver blowout. Denver's bench has been pretty terrible that year, so it will be impressive if it holds up and a real benefit to the team.
Edit: Looking back at the stats, he also only has 3 turnovers in 74 minutes (to go with 11 assists). If he can keep taking care of the ball like that, he will definitely find time in Malone's sometimes rookie-averse rotations. Hopefully Monte Morris is mentoring him in that regard.
Appreciate the response, thank you!
I really like the kid so I'm glad he's playing well. So fun to watch, need to tune in more now that he's a part of the rotation.
