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Rutgers Star Ace Bailey Officially Declares for 2025 NBA Draft

The 6-foot-10 freshman forward, projected as a top-five pick, has signed with agent Omar Cooper and is preparing for the NBA combine in May.

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Overview

  • Ace Bailey, an 18-year-old Rutgers freshman, has declared for the 2025 NBA Draft and signed with Lifestyle Sports Agency's Omar Cooper.
  • Bailey averaged 17.6 points, 7.2 rebounds, and 1.3 blocks per game, earning Big Ten All-Freshman and third-team All-Big Ten honors in his lone college season.
  • Standing 6-foot-10, Bailey is praised for his shot-making ability, defensive intensity, and versatility, with many experts projecting him as the No. 3 overall pick.
  • He is currently training in Atlanta ahead of the NBA combine, scheduled for May 11–18 in Chicago, with the draft set for June 25–26 in New York.
  • Bailey highlighted his growth at Rutgers, citing improvements in ball handling, shooting, and basketball IQ, while expressing confidence in his high potential.