In a heated game against the Utah Jazz, Detroit Pistons rookie Ron Holland was ejected after a confrontation involving teammate Paul Reed and Jazz player Jordan Clarkson. Holland's aggressive defense of Reed showcased his loyalty and toughness, as noted by Pistons star Cade Cunningham.
Despite the ejection, which marked Holland as the second Pistons player to be sent off this season, Cunningham remained unfazed. Holland played only 12 minutes, contributing four points and three rebounds, but the Pistons ultimately fell to the Jazz, suffering their 17th loss of the season.