"Poole, fresh off a career-year in Washington may not have been viewed as a long-term fit for the Wizards, but what he offered as a microwave scorer was to thank for nearly every win Brian Keefe's squad earned last season. However, with the need to find more minutes for the abundance of backcourt options on the Wizards, desire to land a veteran presence and goal to offload Poole's contract, Dawkins opted to cut his ties with the Michigan product."
"Hyland began his career with the Denver Nuggets after an impressive college career at VCU. The explosive guard quickly proved to be dynamic scoring threat with a quick first step, crafty finishing around the rim, exciting handles and a dangerous jumper. However, his inefficiencies as a defender and unwillingness to play the team-first style of basketball that team's coveted forced him to struggle finding a home since leaving the Mile High City."
General manager Will Dawkins orchestrated numerous offseason moves to advance a long-term rebuild and improve the team's roster for next season. Washington traded Jordan Poole despite his career year because of crowded backcourt minutes, a desire for veteran presence, and a goal to shed his contract. Incoming rookie Tre Johnson offers scoring potential but may require time to replicate Poole's instant offensive impact. Bones Hyland represents a cheaper, experienced alternative; he began his career with the Denver Nuggets after a strong VCU tenure and demonstrated an explosive scoring skill set. Hyland's defensive inefficiencies and past reluctance to play a team-first style have limited his fit, though recent struggles might prompt adjustments.
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