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NBA News / Hoops Rumors / July 2
Jazz sign both 2025 first-round picks to rookie deals
The Jazz have put out a press release officially announcing that they’ve signed first-round draft picks Ace Bailey and Walter Clayton Jr. to their rookie scale contracts.
Utah Jazz's Ace Bailey, Walter Clayton Jr. Reveal Jersey Numbers
The three newest additions to the Utah Jazz have officially unveiled their jersey numbers. Perhaps the biggest that stands out of the bunch is Bailey's
The '2024-25 NBA double-double leaders' quiz
How many of the NBA players to record 10 or more double-doubles in the 2024-25 NBA seasons can you name in six minutes?
Ace Bailey Responds to Rumors He Didn’t Want to Join Utah Jazz
Bailey, who seemingly had a reported list of preferred destinations ahead of his selection in this year's draft, didn't wind up in one of those rumored
Rutgers Scarlet Knights News / The SportsRush / June 27
Pointing out agent Omar Cooper's lack of experience, Rachel Nichols condemns Ace Bailey's actions
Former ESPN journalist Rachel Nichols discussed the odd happenings around the draft selection and how it was handled.
NBA News / Yardbarker / June 27
Five NBA first-round picks who will make an instant impact
Here are five first-rounders poised to make the biggest immediate impact in Year 1.
Rutgers Scarlet Knights News / Hoops Rumors / June 27
Jazz expect Ace Bailey to report for Summer League camp
A Thursday report indicated that Ace Bailey‘s representatives advised at least one team with a top-five pick not to draft him. However, Jazz vice president of player development Avery Bradley didn’t sound concerned on Thursday night about the possibility that Utah is that team or that the No.
Ace Bailey’s Representative Sends Clear Message About Utah Jazz
Coming off a franchise-worst 65-loss season in 2024-25, the Utah Jazz needed star power to kick its rebuild into high gear. And the best player on Utah's board was a player who did not seem too outwardly thrilled about wearing the Jazz jersey.
Rutgers Scarlet Knights News / Larry Brown Sports / June 26
Ace Bailey threatened interested team before NBA Draft
We do not know if the Jazz were the team Bailey was trying to avoid, and we also cannot be sure how serious this threat was.
The 'No. 5 NBA draft picks' quiz
How many of the players selected with the fifth pick in the NBA Draft since the Lottery Era began in 1985 can you name in six minutes?
College Basketball News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / June 25
76ers NBA Draft Day: Ace Bailey's Promising Portfolio Revisited
Throughout the pre-draft process, Ace Bailey has been the most scrutinized. As a result, he might be the biggest slider. After the Philadelphia 76ers won the third pick in the NBA Draft Lottery, it seemed Bailey was a lock to land in Philly.
Rutgers Scarlet Knights News / Larry Brown Sports / June 24
Paul George calls out top NBA Draft prospect
Philadelphia 76ers star Paul George had some sharp words for a top NBA Draft prospect who could still become his teammate.
Ace Bailey-Nets Buzz Heating Up as Brooklyn Eyes Draft Trade-Up
As the 2025 NBA Draft sits just hours away, further confirmation is beginning to emerge regarding mutual interest between the Brooklyn Nets and polarizing prospect Ace Bailey.
Latest odds indicate polarizing prospect could slide during 2025 NBA Draft
The Rutgers Scarlet Knights guard, perhaps the most divisive prospect in the 2025 class, could be sliding down teams' boards before the first round of the NBA Draft on Wednesday at 8 p.m.
Latest Mock Draft has 76ers Prospect Ace Bailey Sliding to No. 8
Top NBA Draft prospect Ace Bailey made headlines after canceling his private workout with the Philadelphia 76ers. Consequently, recent mock drafts suggest that the 76ers won’t use their No.
Report: Ace Bailey Prefers Wizards, But Nets Close Second on Draft Wish List
As days pass, more clarity is emerging regarding Ace Bailey's hectic draft process. It seems the reports of Bailey desiring to be on the East Coast are accurate, as the Rutgers star has apparently decided on his top two preferred destinations.
New Report Reveals Ace Bailey's Interest in Utah Jazz
Leading up to the 2025 NBA Draft, there's been a bit of interesting buzz surrounding one of this year's top prospects in Ace Bailey, and a potential fit with the Utah Jazz.
College Basketball News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / June 21
Could Ace Bailey Secretly Work Out for Nets Ahead of Draft?
Yesterday, Rutger's Men's Basketball announced that 2025 NBA Draft prospect Ace Bailey will throw out the first pitch for the New York Mets on Tuesday night at 7 p.m.
Utah Jazz Could Make Draft Trade With Three Ace Bailey Suitors
Among the up and down stock surrounding Rutgers' top prospect Ace Bailey leading up to next week's NBA Draft, it seems like he'll have some outstanding interest from at least three teams picking in the back half of the lottery– perhaps setting up for a potential trade situation for someone in the top-five like the Utah Jazz.
College Basketball News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / June 19
Former 76ers Forward Comments on Wild Ace Bailey Situation
Ace Bailey may be this year’s most intriguing NBA Draft prospect. Many mock drafts projected Bailey as a top-three prospect, but his refusal to meet with any teams may cause his stock to plummet.
College Basketball News / Hoops Wire / June 19
NBA Scout On Ace Bailey’s Decision To Skip Sixers Workout: ‘I Think He Got Some Bad Advice’
Top NBA draft prospect Ace Bailey skipped his workout with the Philadelphia 76ers, and there may be a good reason behind that. Namely, he must not want to play for them.
NBA News / Yardbarker / June 20
Five teams that could unlock Ace Bailey’s star potential
With the top three teams looking elsewhere, Bailey cold on Utah and talent graveyards like Charlotte and Washington lurking, draft night is wide open for a bold move.
Rutgers Scarlet Knights News / Yardbarker / June 19
Ace Bailey not doing himself any favors heading into NBA Draft
Ace Bailey has long been projected as a potential top-3 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, but his approach leading into the draft isn't helping his cause.
Top prospect's predraft strategy may lead to slide
His unconventional approach to the predraft process might lead to the talented scorer sliding down the draft board.
College Basketball News / Hoops Wire / June 19
Top Prospect Ace Bailey Cancels Workout With Sixers
Former Rutgers standout Ace Bailey, considered one of the top prospects in this year’s NBA Draft, has canceled his lone scheduled pre-draft workout — with the Philadelphia 76ers, no less — according to a report from ESPN’s Jonathan Givony.
Top NBA Draft prospect keeps turning down workouts
A top NBA Draft prospect appears to be alienating some teams by repeatedly turning down workout opportunities.
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / May 15
Poor lottery luck kills odds of Raptors adding difference-maker in 2025 draft
While they didn’t fall as far as teams like Utah or Washington, the Raptors were among the clubs to slide multiple spots in Monday’s draft lottery. They entered the night with the seventh-best odds, but will be picking ninth overall in this year’s draft.
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