Here’s what Ace Bailey said after being drafted No. 5 by the Utah Jazz

Bailey told reporters his thoughts on Utah, the surprise of being the fifth pick, and more on Wednesday.

Ace Bailey greets NBA commissioner Adam Silver after being selected fifth by the Utah Jazz in the first round of the NBA basketball draft, Wednesday, June 25, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)

Here’s what Ace Bailey said after being drafted No. 5 by the Utah Jazz

Bailey told reporters his thoughts on Utah, the surprise of being the fifth pick, and more on Wednesday.

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