Sports In America with David Greene

At just 25 years old, Nah’Shon “Bones” Hyland is making a name for himself as a point guard for the Minnesota Timberwolves, going head-to-head with some of the best in the league like Steph Curry and LeBron James. 

This week, we sit down with Bones to relive some of his most electric performances during his rookie season, and learn how he performs so well under pressure. We’ll hear about how his tough upbringing in Wilmington, Delaware — and the sudden loss of those closest to him — motivate him to this day to excel on the court.

We’ll also talk with The Athletic’s Jon Krawczynski about some of the hot topics in the NBA in the runup to the championships.

Show Notes

1. The often dour Minnesota Timberwolves needed an injection of fun. Enter Bones Hyland | The Athletic
2. From tragedy to exile to new life in Minnesota, Bones Hyland embraces the journey | The Athletic
3. Golden State Warriors vs Denver Nuggets - Full Game 4 Highlights | The CCB Network
4. Bones Hyland shares big night with firefighters, first responders who saved him four years ago | NBC
5. Bones Hyland Rookie Mixtape | Denver Nuggets

Show Credits

Host: David Greene

Executive Producers: Joan Isabella, Tom Grahsler

Senior Producer: Michael Olcott

Producer: Michaela Winberg

Associate Producer: Bibiana Correa

Talent Booker: Britt Kahn

Engineer: Mike Villers

Tile Art: Bea Walling

Sports in America is a production of WHYY, distributed by PRX, and part of the NPR podcast network.