An excerpt from The Richmond Times-Dispatch's Wayne Epps on the Atlantic 10 Men's Basketball Player of the Year, VCU's Bones Hyland. You can read the full article here.
For Bones Hyland, it’s hard to even describe what the feeling may be like. To be selected in the NBA draft would represent something he’s waited for and worked for his entire life.
After an electric sophomore season at VCU in 2020-21, Hyland discussed what could be next with his mother, Marshay, and with a couple of close family members.
Hyland, as a sophomore, led the Atlantic 10 with 19.5 points per game and was named the league’s player of the year while leading VCU to an NCAA tournament berth.
And, with his advanced offensive skill set, Hyland paired improved defense — his 1.9 steals per game ranked fifth in the A-10.
As Hyland and his family discussed and prayed about his future, Hyland felt as if it was time to make a leap to the next level.
“I feel as though I’m ready for it,” Hyland said Tuesday.
On April 17, Hyland made the decision public, posting to social media that he would declare for the NBA draft and hire an agent.
In the months since the Rams’ season ended, Hyland has trained intensely, readying himself for what’s ahead.
It was reported this past weekend that Hyland received an invite to the NBA Draft Combine, which will be held in Chicago June 21-27. And, on draft day, July 29, Hyland will look to have that indescribable feeling become reality.