Ace Bailey (Utah Jazz)
June 2025
The Utah Jazz selected Ace Bailey fifth overall in the NBA Draft despite signals that his camp preferred another team. Bailey didn’t work out with Utah, and speculation suggested he wanted to join Washington at No. 6.
Utah defied draft-day expectations, believing in Bailey’s all-around game and character. Team president Austin Ainge praised Bailey’s scoring, rebounding, and defensive energy, confirming positive internal and external scouting reports ahead of a potentially franchise-shaping season.