It's clear why Ace Bailey would prefer to be draft by the 76ers . The 76ers haven't been the perfect organization, however, they are far better than the Hornets. Notably, Charlott

Outside of his game, there have been questions about Ace Bailey's personality a month before the NBA Draft.

Rutgers star Ace Bailey isn't the best player in the 2025 NBA Draft. That distinction would go to Duke's Cooper Flagg — the projected No. 1 overall pick in next month's draft. Bailey isn't even the best draft prospect from his own college team.