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The Detroit Pistons have responded well after hitting a rough stretch earlier, winning three straight games following a season-worst four-game losing streak. During that span, they also picked up victories over the Nets and an injury-depleted Sixers squad earlier this week.

Reserve wing Ron Holland said the group stayed united despite the difficult stretch and credited the coaching staff for reinforcing that mindset.

“It’s no secret that we went on a little run. We were losing games in the stint, but coach told us to stay together throughout all this,” Holland said.

“We had a lot of success throughout the season so far. I mean, we weren’t getting big-headed or anything, but every team goes through [losing streaks] in the NBA.

“So, he was just telling us to stay together, to keep running the course and everything will be fine. We’re back on track now, so hopefully we can stay rolling.”

Although Holland has struggled with his outside shot lately, making just 15.8 percent of his three-point attempts this month, he has still contributed offensively during the current winning streak. Over the past three games, he has averaged 14.3 points.

Coach J.B. Bickerstaff praised Holland’s approach and the energy he brings both on and off the court.

“I love watching Ron on and off the court. Just his work ethic,” Bickerstaff said. “There are not many guys that are in the gym working as hard as Ron is working on his game, his want to get better, his commitment to this team, his willingness to sacrifice for this team.

“But then on court, he’s understanding where his spots come and how he can be even more impactful on both ends of the floor where his strengths lie.

“And then he understands the moment, too. We’ve seen our team not have the energy, or be on the downswing, and then we put Ron in the game and he comes in with that energy to be instantly impactful. And that means a lot to us.”

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