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Jazz's Ace Bailey parts ways with controversial manager Omar Cooper after dramatic NBA Draft saga, per report
Ace Bailey ends ties with uncertified agent Omar Cooper after a contentious pre-draft period marked by threats and NBA intervention, seeking new representation ahead of his rookie season.
- On Wednesday | September 24, 2025, Tony Jones of The Athletic reported that Ace Bailey, Utah Jazz rookie forward, parted ways with manager Omar Cooper, with ESPN confirming the split this week.
- Omar Cooper, who lacked NBPA certification, advised Ace Bailey to skip workouts for top-five teams and reportedly told at least one top-five team Bailey would not report if drafted.
- Utah drafted Bailey with the fifth overall pick ; Bailey initially refused to report before relenting, and the NBA blocked hiring Sharife Cooper in a coaching role.
- By dropping Cooper, Ace Bailey appears poised to build trust with the Utah Jazz and is actively interviewing for new, certified representation while aiming to start under coach Will Hardy.
- The split casts doubt on Omar Cooper's credibility as an agent, especially with Sharife Cooper recently signing a two-way contract with the Washington Wizards, raising conflict concerns.
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Jazz Rookie Ace Bailey Part Ways With His Manager After Controversial NBA Draft Drama
Ace Bailey (Image Credits: Imagn) The Utah Jazz selected Ace Bailey, a standout player from the Rutgers Scarlet Knights, with the fifth overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. Shortly after entering the league, Bailey sparked controversy by skipping a flight with a fellow draft pick, which led to speculation about the possibility of him holding out from the team. However, those rumours were put to rest when Bailey signed with the Jazz on July 2, 202…
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