Scouting Journals for Ron Holland

Ron Holland holds the positional size, length, and fluidity that you look for in a wing at the highest levels. He entered the season as a two-way-type that intrigues on-lookers as they evaluate his position. Holland is capable of defending guards, wings, and forwards, fluidly switching up and down a lineup throughout the course of a possession. He has natural instincts off the ball and slides his feet well on the ball. The lengthy 6-foot-7 Holland saw some struggles as an 18-year-old playing in the G-League, namely his shooting and decision-making. Things tightened up as the season wore on for Holland, but it was still a smaller sample size. Holland puts relentless pressure on the rim as he applies pressure off the bounce. He has a history of winning, having both a high school state title and a gold medal with USA Basketball. He has no problem being an alpha and he competes. There may be some question marks with Holland, certainly some things he needs to iron out, but in a draft filled with question marks, the consistent production, at his age, stands out.

Ron Holland showed an all around output in this game. The creation aspect intrigued, especially in transition and off straight line drives. This game opened up a little, with lots of transition play. Holland was a standout defender, both guarding the ball and the passing lanes. He created offense and showed off his pop/bounce. Would like to see more creativity off the bounce, develop some counters in the half court. He drew fouls and got to the line. He finished the game with 15 points, 9 rebounds, 5 assists, and 6 steals.

Ron Holland was all over the place throughout the McDonald’s week. He showcased his high-flying attributes, getting on the rim both in transition and in the half court. The most intriguing aspect was the ball skill. He knocked down multiple 3s during Day 1 and on Day 2 he showed he could get into the paint and create opportunities. He will need to continue fighting these aspects to bring consistency with them, and also continue adding weight. He is a good rebounder and a versatile defender, across multiple positions.

It is the motor for Holland; that is what you notice first. He has good positional size, but it is how hard he plays - on both ends - that gets people talking. Holland has performed at the highest levels, with Team USA, on Nike's EYBL circuit, and at Duncanville High. Coming into his junior season, the question mark was the skill set; he has shown some improvement. While the jump shot is still below average, he can use the dribble to get downhill, and he's developed confidence in his pull-up jumper. Holland is great in transition; he plays above the rim and has the upside to be an excellent defender - both on and off the ball. Production and winning that is what he has done for a while.