- Finch said Hyland needs to "lean into defense" and establish physical presence
- Size and defense were cited as concerns given west-coast physical guards
- Hyland’s previous playoff defensive struggles were referenced as context
- Finch called himself a "huge Jaylen fan" and pointed to Clark’s strong on-ball defense
- Coach noted Clark must refine nuances guarding top perimeter options
- Effort and defensive impact could secure Clark a regular bench role
- Finch’s assessment places Clark ahead in the current pecking order
- Hyland and Clark could still both see minutes, but Clark looks favored early
- Actions in preseason/practice will ultimately determine final rotation spots
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