Utah Jazz rookie Ace Bailey showed promise in Summer League, but concerns remain about his shot selection and efficiency.

Utah Jazz picked Ace Bailey 5th overall in the NBA Draft, sparking debates about his dedication and potential. Will he excel in Utah or diminish his legacy? California closes $12-billion deficit ...

Jun 25, 2025; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Ace Bailey looks on after being selected as the fifth pick by the Utah in the first round of ...

Ace Bailey poses for a photo with NBA commissioner Adam Silver after being selected fifth by the Utah Jazz in the first round of the NBA basketball draft, Wednesday, June 25, 2025, in New York.

After wearing the same jersey number in high school and college, Ace Bailey will have a new look to begin his rookie campaign ...

Utah Jazz first round fifth overall draft pick Ace Bailey speaks to the press during the Utah Jazz player introduction press conference, Sunday, June 29, 2025, in Salt Lake City.

The Utah Jazz have been in rebuild mode for a few years now, grabbing a host of talented up-and-coming prospects at the NBA Draft while accruing future draft se ...

— Utah Jazz (@utahjazz) June 28, 2025 Bailey had rolled out a list of his preferred teams ahead of the draft. Meanwhile, the Utah Jazz drafted him at No. 5, much to the surprise of everyone.

Ace Bailey was selected by the Utah Jazz with the No. 5 overall pick in Wednesday’s NBA Draft. However, the young forward’s initial reaction told a different story.

Dwyane Wade defended the Utah Jazz's decision to draft Ace Bailey, despite pre-draft concerns about his desire to play for ...

At Rutgers last year, Bailey averaged 17.6 points and 7.2 rebounds per game. Walter Clayton Jr., the No. 18 overall pick in the draft, also signed his contract, the Jazz announced Wednesday.

Ace Bailey ’s Utah Jazz career started with a little drama. But he’s quickly making fans. The No. 5 overall pick said he’s felt welcomed by Jazz fans in his first few days in the state.