Aaron Holiday

Player Information

Aaron Shawn Holiday (born September 30, 1996) is an American professional basketball player for the Houston Rockets of the National Basketball Association (NBA). He played college basketball for the UCLA Bruins, where he earned All-American recognition. He was selected by the Indiana Pacers in the first round of the 2018 NBA draft with the 23rd overall pick. Holiday is known for his defensive skills and has played for several teams in the NBA.
Full Name :
Aaron Shawn Holiday
Birthdate :
30 September 1996
Birthplace :
Ruston, Louisiana, USA
Gender :
Male
Height (cm) :
183
Weight (kg) :
84
Nationality :
American
Parents :
Shawn Holiday (Father), Toya Holiday (Mother)
Status :
Married
Partner :
Ashli Scott
Education :
Campbell Hall (High School), UCLA (College)
Career Started :
2018
Notable Achievements :
Third-team All-American (2018), First-team All-Pac-12 (2018), Pac-12 All-Defensive Team (2018)
Current Team :
Houston Rockets
Previous Teams :
Indiana Pacers (From 2018, To 2021), Washington Wizards (From 2021, To 2022), Phoenix Suns (From 2022, To 2022), Atlanta Hawks (From 2022, To 2023)
Drafted :
2018
Drafted by :
Indiana Pacers
Active Status :
From - 2018, To - Present
Contract :
Contract Year 2023 to 2026

Biography

Aaron Holiday is a professional NBA player and a member of the Holiday athletic dynasty. Drafted 23rd in total by the Indiana Pacers in 2018, he has played for several teams, currently the Houston Rockets. Throughout his career, he has shown remarkable improvement, peaking with an average of 20.6 points per game during the 2022-23 season. With an estimated net worth of $3 million, Holiday continues to make his mark in the league. Uncover more about his path and achievements.

Early Life

Aaron Holiday is the youngest of four siblings in the Holiday family. During his childhood, he developed a passion for basketball, which led him to attend Campbell Hall High School in California.

There, he excelled as a four-year varsity player, displaying his talent by averaging 25.0 points, 8.5 rebounds, and 4.5 assists during his senior year. His outstanding performance helped lead his team to a championship game appearance in the CIF Southern Section, and he was recognized as one of the top prospects in the nation, being ranked No. 40 by Scout.com.

Following high school, Aaron continued to shine in his basketball career by playing at UCLA, where he started all 33 games in his senior season and averaged 20.3 points per game, earning all-conference first-team honors and a spot on the All-Defensive Team.

Family Life

Aaron Holiday is the youngest of four siblings in the renowned Holiday family, celebrated for their exceptional athletic achievements.

His brothers, Jrue and Justin Holiday, have both made their mark in the NBA, with Jrue being a standout player and an NBA All-Star who has also clinched an NBA Championship.

Their sister, Lauren Holiday, has shone brightly in soccer, earning two Olympic gold medals and playing for the UCLA women’s soccer team.

The strong athletic legacy of the Holiday family has greatly influenced Aaron’s basketball path, providing him with motivation and steadfast support from his siblings, who have played crucial roles in shaping his development as a player.

Career

Aaron Holiday was drafted 23rd in the 2018 NBA Draft by the Indiana Pacers and has since played for five NBA teams, currently featuring for the Houston Rockets.

Over his 7-year career, he has participated in 736 games, with a career average of 6.9 points per game. Holiday’s standout season came in 2022-23 when he averaged an impressive 20.6 points per game with the Atlanta Hawks.

In the ongoing 2024-25 season, he has improved his performance, averaging 12.8 points, 1.9 rebounds, and 4.3 assists, demonstrating his growth and adaptability in the league.

Net Worth

As of October 2023, Aaron Holiday’s net worth is estimated at $3 million, primarily derived from his NBA contracts and endorsements.

Throughout his career, he has signed several notable contracts, including a multi-year deal with the Indiana Pacers and a $2 million salary for the 2024-25 season with the Houston Rockets.

In addition to these, other considerable earnings include approximately $1.9 million during the 2020-21 season with the Pacers, around $1.5 million for the 2021-22 season with the Washington Wizards, and about $1.2 million while playing for the Pacers in the 2019-20 season.

His earnings are further supplemented by endorsements and sponsorships, although he remains less publicly known compared to some of the league’s star players, which can influence his overall net worth.