No Drama: Ace Bailey 'Thrilled to Be Going to Utah,' Agency Says
- Ace Bailey was selected by the Utah Jazz as the fifth overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft but had not yet reported to the team by Friday.
- Bailey's unusual pre-draft process included refusing workouts, canceling a Philadelphia visit, and his camp telling a team he would not report if selected.
- Andrew Witlieb, Bailey's representative from GSE Worldwide, emphasized Utah as the best fit where Bailey should get significant playing time and growth opportunities.
- Witlieb expressed that Bailey is excited about joining Utah and emphasized that being chosen among the top five picks in the NBA Draft is a significant achievement. He also mentioned that Bailey is expected to receive substantial playing time.
- Bailey and his family are expected to arrive in Utah on Saturday, with an introductory press event planned for Sunday and summer league practice beginning on Monday, likely putting earlier doubts to rest.
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Ace Bailey's Rep Shuts Down NBA Rumors, Says Star Is 'Thrilled' to Be Drafted By Jazz
Andrew Witlieb, the president of GSE Worldwide and one of Ace Bailey's representatives, said his client was "thrilled" to be selected by the Utah Jazz with the fifth overall pick in Wednesday night's NBA draft.
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