Ace Bailey News, Rumors, Updates - Utah Jazz

Jazz rookie Ace Bailey gets unfortunate injury update on eve of NBA debut | Sporting News This would be a lame way to start things off.

OCTOBER 21, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Dealing with illness Bailey could miss Opening Night against the Clippers on Wednesday due to the flu, Andy Larsen of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.

Impact Bailey, who is currently battling tendinitis in both knees, appears very iffy to suit up. The Jazz are known for being overly cautious, and it sounds like the rookie is going to be held out. Fantasy managers can expect some clarity when the Jazz releases their official injury report Tuesday evening. If Bailey sits out, guys like Brice Sensabaugh, Taylor Hendricks and Cody Williams could see increased roles.

OCTOBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out Thursday Bailey (knee) won't play in Thursday's preseason finale against Portland, Andy Larsen of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.

Impact Bailey is out with bilateral knee tendinopathy. As a result, the rookie swingman can be considered day-to-day ahead of Wednesday's regular-season opener against the Clippers.

OCTOBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ace Bailey's injury gives 3 other Jazz players a perfect opportunity While the Utah Jazz continue their winless streak this preseason, falling in their third game to the Dallas Mavericks, the greater concern w...

OCTOBER 15, 2025 • THEJNOTES.COM

The Jazz could have a third star on their hands behind Ace Bailey and Lauri Markkanen If I said the words "Utah Jazz", you'd immediately think three things: Lauri Markkanen. Ace Bailey. Bleak. Even extending out to three seaso...

OCTOBER 14, 2025 • FANSIDED.COM

Is Ace Bailey's Injury Setback Common in the NBA? Ace Bailey has made the Utah Jazz look like geniuses for selecting him fifth overall so far. Many NBA fans are accusing analysts of overthin...

OCTOBER 14, 2025 • SI.COM

Jazz Release Update on Ace Bailey's Knee Injury The Utah Jazz fifth-overall pick left in the middle of their preseason matchup vs. the Dallas Mavericks.

OCTOBER 14, 2025 • SI.COM

Dealing with knee soreness Bailey exited Monday's 114-101 preseason loss to the Mavericks in the second quarter and did not return due to knee soreness, Tony Jones of The Athletic reports.

Impact Bailey logged 11 minutes before exiting the game, finishing with three points (1-5 FG, 1-2 3Pt), one rebound and one assist. The rookie's status will be worth monitoring ahead of Thursday's preseason finale against the Trail Blazers.

OCTOBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nears double-double in loss Bailey finished with 20 points (8-13 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), seven rebounds, one assist and two steals across 39 minutes during Friday's 134-130 preseason loss to the Spurs.

Impact Bailey followed up an impressive preseason debut with another solid all-around performance. The rookie guard is showing a lot of promise, which is a good sign for a Jazz squad that desperately needs to turn things around heading into the 2025-26 campaign.

OCTOBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 9, 2025 • Data Skrive

Jazz's Ace Bailey NBA preseason debut stats are absolutely incredible | Sporting News Ace was top notch on Wednesday.

OCTOBER 9, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Dazzles in preseason opener Bailey generated 25 points (11-16 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 1-1 FT), six rebounds, three assists, two steals and one block over 31 minutes of Wednesday's 140-127 preseason loss to Houston.

Impact With several starters sitting out for Utah, Bailey assumed a lead role offensively. He took a team-high 16 shots and knocked down 68.8 percent of his attempts en route to a game-high 25 points. The rookie also made an impact on the defensive end, racking up three combined steals-plus-blocks. Bailey committed two turnovers. While he likely won't be asked to do this much offensively when Lauri Markkanen (wrist) is healthy, it was a truly impressive preseason debut.

OCTOBER 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ace Bailey shines in first NBA appearance, drops 25 points with the Utah Jazz | Sporting News Utah Jazz rookie Ace Bailey was fantastic during his first taste of NBA action.

OCTOBER 9, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Back in action Bailey (hip) is participating in practice ahead of Wednesday's preseason game against the Rockets, Andy Larsen of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.

Impact Bailey missed time during Summer League due to a hip injury. However, he appears to be healthy heading into the preseason.

OCTOBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Pressure is on Ace Bailey and Taylor Hendricks for the 2025-26 NBA season The Utah Jazz need one, and preferably both, to show that they have the potential to be an NBA star.

OCTOBER 3, 2025 • DESERET.COM

Despite Kessler's lingering contract situation and dim prospects, the Jazz are betting on youth

The Utah Jazz are embracing a youth movement after finishing last season with the NBA's worst record

SEPTEMBER 30, 2025 • Associated Press

Jazz Rookie Ace Bailey Splits With Manager After Draft Drama Utah Jazz rookie Ace Bailey has officially moved on from the man who guided him through one of the strangest pre-draft processes in recent m...

SEPTEMBER 25, 2025 • BASKETBALLFOREVER.COM

"Best decision of his young career" - NBA fans react as Ace Bailey takes massive call and ends association with manager Omar Cooper Utah Jazz rookie Ace Bailey has parted ways with his manager, Omar Cooper, ahead of the 2025-26 NBA season. Bailey made headlines before the...

SEPTEMBER 24, 2025 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

NBA Insider confirms Wizards' painful miss on Ace Bailey opening up old wounds The Wizards dream scenario was close to unfolding after all.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2025 • WIZOFAWES.COM

Ace Bailey Refused Draft Workouts in Hopes to Land With One Specific Team: Report The Jazz selected Bailey with the No. 5 pick despite his bizarre pre-draft process.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2025 • SI.COM

Ace Bailey's development will be the test case for Will Hardy's greatness Utah Jazz head coach Will Hardy will be defined by how well he does in helping Ace Bailey realize his potential.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2025 • THEJNOTES.COM

Jazz have clear first checklist item for Ace Bailey right away Will Hardy believes the first thing Utah Jazz rookie needs to do is create a routine for himself.

AUGUST 18, 2025 • THEJNOTES.COM

Jazz fans won't believe what rookie Ace Bailey will do if stat is proven true One stat projects Bailey is in for an excellent rookie season.

AUGUST 17, 2025 • THEJNOTES.COM

Can Ace Bailey Become the Next Face of the Utah Jazz? The Utah Jazz have been stuck in the bottom of the NBA's standings for the last three seasons, and haven't shown signs of leaving it any tim...

AUGUST 13, 2025 • SI.COM

Jazz rookie Ace Bailey linked up with Walker Kessler, Isaiah Collier in the gym Jazz rookie forward Ace Bailey recently hit the gym with teammates Walker Kessler and Isaiah Collier for a workout ahead of the upcoming sea...

AUGUST 9, 2025 • USATODAY.COM

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Despite Kessler's lingering contract situation and dim prospects, the Jazz are betting on youth