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Pistons season preview: A finishing leap could take Ron Holland to another level

For all of the hoopla about Ron Holland’s shooting, he is leaving meat on the bone elsewhere. Yes, his jumper needs work, and he’s tirelessly working on it. His free-throw percentage suggests there is some touch there (80% on 2…

Published: Sunday, 18 October 2026 at 8:00 PM
Pistons season preview: A finishing leap could take Ron Holland to another level
Key Things to Know
  • Writer Brennan Sims argues Ron Holland can elevate his game by improving his finishing at the rim.
  • Holland converted 65 percent of his rim attempts last season, ranking in the 44th percentile among forwards.
  • Sims suggests improved floor spacing and better shot selection could push Holland toward a 70 percent finishing rate.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Detroit Bad Boys writer Brennan Sims argues that Detroit Pistons forward Ron Holland could elevate his game by improving his finishing around the rim. Despite impressive athletic traits and highlight-reel dunks, Holland ranked as only a 44th percentile finisher among forwards last season with a 65 percent conversion rate at the rim in non-garbage time.

Sims believes Holland can approach a 70 percent conversion rate by exercising better shot selection, avoiding over-contested attempts, and benefiting from Detroit's improved floor spacing. While Holland continues working on his perimeter shooting and aims for an All-Defensive selection, Sims highlights refined rim-finishing as the key offensive leap for his development.

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