One of the biggest remaining questions in college recruitment was the case of Ron Holland. After Bronny James committed to USC, Holland was just one of a handful of top-100 prospects without a landing spot for 2024.
Holland had originally committed to Texas but reopened his recruitment for unspecified reasons in April. While Texas remained one of Holland's top choices, Arkansas became the favored landing spot for the 6"8 power forward. However, Holland, who is ESPN's #6 pick in the 2024 draft, has now announced his 2023 plans.
Holland Chooses G-League
On May 31, Holland revealed to ESPN that he would be forgoing college and spending the 2023 season with the G-League Ignite. "This process was not easy," Holland told ESPN. "At times it was scary because at times I had no idea where I would be. The G League will help me reach my potential as a basketball player and prepare me for the NBA. To have a long career I need to prepare my body and improve my skills as I continue to try to win games. They have a program to help develop my body and my game. I know I have to work on being a more consistent shooter, along with my footwork and ball handling, so I can score in space on the perimeter against a set defender."
The Ignite have produced stars like Jalen Green and expected 2023 top-five draft pick Scoot Henderson. Furthermore, Holland's decision is partly driven by his relationship with Ignite head coach Jason Hart. "When I spoke with head coach Jason Hart we were on the same page," Holland said. "He knew that winning was important to me but he also understands that I am willing to work hard to earn everything." Additionally, Holland will also be joined by #5 recruit Matas Buzelis. Buzelis announced his intention to join the Ignite earlier on May 31. Follow all the latest sports news here at HotNewHipHop.
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