Ron Holland

Holland was rated the No. 2 overall recruit in the 2023 class, a testament to his elite athletic ability that caught the attention of scouts from across the country.

He suffered a thumb tendon rupture during his time with the G League Ignite, yet the Detroit Pistons still selected him fifth overall — a reflection of how highly scouts valued his upside.

Holland grew up in Duncanville, Texas, one of the most dominant high school basketball programs in the country with a culture of producing professional athletes.

At just 20 years old in 2025-26, Holland is one of the youngest players in the NBA and is considered by many scouts as a future All-Star caliber talent.