Last Updated on January 11, 2025 by Mathew Diekhake

DaRon Rodrick Holmes II is an American professional basketball player known for his versatility as a power forward.

  • Full Name: DaRon Rodrick Holmes II
  • Nationality: American
  • Date of Birth: August 15, 2002
  • Hometown: Goodyear, Arizona
  • Height: 6 feet 10 inches (208 cm)
  • Weight: 225 pounds (102 kg)
  • Wingspan: 7 feet 1 inch (216cm)
  • Shoe Size: Size 18 (US)
  • Position: Power Forward
  • Jersey Number: 14
  • High School:
    • Millennium High School (Goodyear, Arizona): Holmes played his first three high school seasons here, earning recognition as the Arizona Gatorade Player of the Year after averaging 23.7 points, 10.6 rebounds, 3.8 blocks, and 3.1 assists per game as a junior.
    • Montverde Academy (Montverde, Florida): Transferred here for part of his senior year.
    • AZ Compass Prep School (Chandler, Arizona): Completed his senior year at this institution.
  • College:
    • University of Dayton (2021–2024):
      • Freshman Year (2021–2022): Averaged 12.8 points, 6.1 rebounds, and 2.3 blocks per game, leading the team in minutes and scoring with a 65% field goal percentage. Set the school’s single-season block record with 81.
      • Sophomore Year (2022–2023): Averaged 18.4 points, 8.1 rebounds, and 1.9 blocks per game. Led the Atlantic 10 Conference in blocked shots and was fourth in scoring.
      • Junior Year (2023–2024): Averaged 20.4 points, 8.5 rebounds, and 2.1 blocks per game. Named the Atlantic 10 Co-Player of the Year and Defensive Player of the Year.
  • NBA Draft 2024: Selected 22nd overall by the Phoenix Suns; his rights were traded to the Denver Nuggets.
  • Teams Played For:
    • Denver Nuggets (2024–present): Signed with the Nuggets on July 9, 2024. Unfortunately, he suffered a torn right Achilles tendon during his Summer League debut, sidelining him for the season.
  • Championship Rings: None.
  • Parents: Information not publicly available.
  • Siblings: Information not publicly available.
  • Children: None.

Holmes’ journey from high school standout to professional athlete underscores his dedication and talent in the sport of basketball.