Ace Bailey News, Rumors, Updates - Utah Jazz

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Scores 12 points off bench Bailey delivered 12 points (3-3 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 5-6 FT), three rebounds, a steal and two blocks across 21 minutes in Friday's 119-116 preseason win over the Suns.

Impact Bailey delivered an exceptionally efficient scoring performance, making all three of his field-goal attempts while connecting on his lone three-pointer, and he also added defensive contributions with three stocks. Bailey was aggressive driving to the basket, and while he came off the bench in this contest, he's expected to be a starter in the regular season. His two-way impact will be pivotal for a Utah team looking to make noise in the 2026-27 regular season.

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Headed to bench Bailey will come off the bench in Monday's exhibition against the Spurs, Jazz digital reporter Eric Spyropoulos reports.

Impact Lauri Markkanen (neck) is back after a one-game stint on the sidelines, so Bailey will return to a reserve role. In his previous game off the bench this preseason, Bailey finished with 10 points, four rebounds, one steal and one block over 16 minutes.

OCTOBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 9 • THEJNOTES.COM

Generates 10 points during loss Bailey logged 10 points (4-12 FG, 2-6 3 Pt, seven rebounds, three assists and a steal across 27 minutes in Tuesday's 117-106 loss to the Nuggets.

Impact With Lauri Markkanen (neck) and Birce Sensabaugh (hip) sidelined, Bailey earned a spot in the first unit during the Jazz's second preseason game. New acquisitions like Jaren Jackson and Darryn Peterson are expected to log meaningful minutes right away, leaving the former first-round pick in an uncertain spot after starting 61 games for the Jazz during his rookie campaign. Markkanen's struggles to stay on the court made an uptick for Bailey necessary, and his 2026-27 participation hinges on Markkanen becoming a more consistent contributor.

OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Tuesday Bailey will start in Tuesday's preseason game against the Nuggets.

Impact Bailey will get the start with Lauri Markkanen (neck) unavailable, and he'll be joined in the first unit by Keyonte George, Darryn Peterson, Jaren Jackson and Jaxson Hayes. It'll be interesting to see what Bailey's usage rate looks like in the first unit.

OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 7 • SI.COM

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OCTOBER 5 • YOUTUBE

Scores 10 off bench Bailey finished with 10 points (5-10 FG, 0-2 3Pt), five rebounds, one steal and one block in 20 minutes during Sunday's 109-97 preseason win over Denver.

Impact Bailey came off the bench behind rookie Darryn Peterson but entered the starting lineup for the second half and finished with a plus-11 rating. The second-year wing should remain firmly in Utah's rotation, and he could see heavy usage with the second unit.

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AUGUST 10 • THEJNOTES.COM

Could be looking at new role Bailey's (back) role is undetermined heading into the 2026-27 campaign.

Impact The addition of No. 2 overall pick Darryn Peterson may leave Bailey without spot in Utah's starting lineup to begin the new year. The Jazz are also getting Keyonte George and Lauri Markkanen back in the lineup after the two stars sat out the final stretch of a losing season in 2025-26. Bailey began to blossom late last year, averaging 18.3 points, 4.9 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 1.1 blocks per game in 23 appearances (all starts) after the All-Star break, so he should have a chance to battle with Peterson for an Opening Night starting position.

AUGUST 6 • ROTOWIRE

Out with back spasms Bailey (back) won't play in Friday's Summer League game against Portland, per Ben Anderson of KSL News Salt Lake City.

Impact The Jazz are giving Bailey Friday night off while he tends to right back spasms. Given the nature of the injury, the 2025 first-rounder should be fully recovered in time for training camp this fall.

JULY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Wednesday Bailey (back) has been ruled out for Wednesday's Las Vegas Summer League game against the Spurs, per Ben Anderson of KSL News Salt Lake City.

Impact Bailey is nursing right back spasms in the aftermath of Sunday's Las Vegas Summer League loss to the Clippers. His next chance to play will come Friday against Portland.

JULY 15 • ROTOWIRE

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JULY 13 • SI.COM

Exits with back spasms Sunday Bailey exited Sunday's Las Vegas Summer League loss to the Clippers with back spasms and did not return, Sarah Todd of The Deseret News reports.

Impact Bailey only managed to make it through eight minutes before aggravating his back, and it's already been announced that he will miss Monday's meeting with the Bulls. The Jazz will likely be extra cautious with Bailey's back issue during these exhibition games, so for now, he should be considered doubtful for Wednesday's game against the Spurs.

JULY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Available Sunday Bailey (back) is available for Sunday's Summer League game against the Clippers, Chandler Holt of KSL Sports reports.

Impact Bailey is available to return from a three-game absence due to back spasms. The 19-year-old wing has played in just one game this summer, posting 10 points (4-8 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 1-1 FT), six rebounds, one steal and one block in 20 minutes during the July 4 overtime win over Atlanta.

JULY 13 • ROTOWIRE

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JULY 12 • SI.COM

Doesn't play Thursday Bailey (back) didn't play in Thursday's 92-88 Summer League loss to the Wizards.

Impact Bailey missed Utah's last two Salt Lake City Summer League games due to back spasms, and he didn't suit up for the club's Las Vegas Summer League opener. His next opportunity to play will come Sunday against the Clippers.

JULY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Tuesday Bailey (back/rest) has been ruled out for Tuesday's Salt Lake City Summer game against the Thunder, Travis Green of ABC4 Utah reports.

Impact Bailey was held out of Monday's contest due to back spasms and will remain sidelined Tuesday as the Jazz opt to rest some of their top young players. His next chance to play will come Thursday against the Wizards in the Las Vegas Summer League.

JULY 8 • ROTOWIRE

New Update Drops on Ace Bailey's Injury Status for Jazz Summer League Ace Bailey got banged up in his first summer league game of the year––but he might be back in the lineup soon.

JULY 7 • SI.COM

Won't play Monday Bailey (back) won't play in Monday's Salt Lake City Summer League game against the Grizzlies, Sarah Todd of The Deseret News reports.

Impact Bailey is dealing with back spasms and won't play in the front end of this back-to-back set. His next opportunity to play will come Tuesday against the Thunder.

JULY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet outing in Summer League Bailey finished with 10 points (4-8 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 1-1 FT), six rebounds, one steal and one block in 20 minutes of Sunday's 103-102 Summer League win over the Hawks.

Impact This was Bailey's first look alongside Darryn Peterson, and it was immediately clear who the offense flowed through. Bailey is projected to come off the bench in his second season, and it's clear that he has a lot of work to do to move up fantasy draft boards.

JULY 6 • ROTOWIRE

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