Bailey played alongside fellow five-star recruit Dylan Harper, who is projected to go No. 2 overall to the San Antonio Spurs. After that, the Philadelphia 76ers have the No. 3 pick, Charlotte Hornets No. 4, Utah Jazz No. 5, Wizards No. 6, and New Orleans Pelicans No. 7.

Of all the players in Wednesday’s NBA draft, Rutgers’ Ace Bailey is the most divisive and debated. And for many Nets fans, the most desired.

Rutgers standout freshman Ace Bailey is expected to be a top pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. Here is where the expects predict he will land.