Pistons Exercise Ron Holland's Fourth‑Year Option

Overview

• The Pistons picked up Holland’s fourth-year rookie-scale team option on Oct. 20, 2026, which guarantees him $11.5 million for the 2027–28 season.
• Holland will earn roughly $9.1 million in 2026–27 under his current deal and now becomes extension-eligible in the 2027 offseason.
• The move preserves Detroit’s roster control because Holland would become a restricted free agent in 2028 only if he does not sign an extension before his rookie deal expires.
• Holland has been a durable rotation wing, appearing in 159 of 164 regular-season games through two seasons and averaging about 8.2 points, 4.0 rebounds and 1.2 steals last year.
• Detroit’s decision reflects confidence in Holland’s defense while signaling the team will continue to press for offensive growth and possibly open formal extension talks next summer.