Bones Hyland is a professional basketball player currently playing position 1/2 for the Los Angeles Clippers in the NBA. Born on September 14, 2000, Hyland is nicknamed "Bones," due to his lean body type.
He played high school basketball at St. Georges Technical High School where he emerged as a four-star athlete in his senior year. After high school, Hyland decided to join Virginia Commonwealth University, VCU, where he averaged 19.5 points, 4.7 rebounds, 2.1 assists, and 1.9 steals per game in his sophomore season. After two seasons of college basketball, Hyland entered the 2021 NBA draft where the Denver Nuggets selected him with the 26th overall pick.
In his rookie season, Hyland showcased his shooting ability, with a keen focus on catch-and-shoot precision and a remarkable ability to sink deep three-pointers. Hyland's offensive repertoire also included his ability to navigate through traffic with impressive lay-up finishes. Averaging 10.1 points per game, Hyland's standout rookie year earned him a coveted spot on the second team All-Rookie, a testament to his remarkable contributions and a promising sign of the bright future that lies ahead for this rising star in the NBA.
In his sophomore season, Hyland became part of a four-team trade, transitioning to the Los Angeles Clippers. Now donning the Clippers jersey, he assumes the role of a bench player, eagerly anticipating increased minutes on the court. Joining the Clippers, a team in the pursuit of a championship, Hyland is poised to make significant contributions and play a pivotal role in the collective effort to chase basketball's ultimate prize.
Bones Hyland's Annual Salary
According to Spotrac, Bones Hyland will earn $2,306,400 for the 2023-2024 season. It is a small increase from the $2,201,520 he was earning last year (2022-2023).
Into his third of the rookie contract, Hyland has developed into a great young player off the bench for the Los Angeles Clippers. The Clippers have already picked up his team option for the 2024-25 season.
A yearly breakdown of his salary as reported by basketball reference is mentioned below:
| Season | Team | Salary |
| 2021-22 | Denver Nuggets | $2,096,880 |
| 2022-23 | Los Angeles Clippers | $2,201,520 |
| 2023-24 | Los Angeles Clippers | $2,306,400 |
| 2024-25 | Los Angeles Clippers | $4,158,440 |
How long is Bones Hyland’s contract?
Bones Hyland signed his first-ever professional contract with the Denver Nuggets on Wednesday, August 4th, 2021, which was a four-year $10.76 million deal. The clauses in the contract stated that the first two years were fully guaranteed, while year three and year four options belonged to the team.
Hyland will be eligible for a contract extension after the 2023/24 season. If the Los Angeles Clippers does not extend his rookie contract next off season, then he could become a restricted free agent at the end of 2024/25 NBA season.
FAQs
A. Bones Hyland's salary for the 2023/24 season is $2,306,400.
A. Bones Hyland is currently 23 years old, as of November 2023. He was born on September 14, 2000.
A. Bones’ actual name is Nah'Shon Lee Hyland.
A. Bones Hyland is currently a player for the Los Angeles Clippers.
A. Bones Hyland is 6 feet 2 inches tall.
