Overview

• The Jazz selected Bailey fifth overall despite his representatives informing at least one top-five team he would not report if picked.
• Bailey preferred the Wizards, Pelicans and Nets and showed initial hesitance about joining Utah.
• Owner Ryan Smith and president Austin Ainge said thorough background checks confirmed Bailey’s character and on-court potential.
• Bailey said he’s focused on controlling what he can and appears to be warming to Utah after his pre-draft reservations.
• He is set to make his debut in the Salt Lake City Summer League on July 5 before heading to the Las Vegas event.