How Utah Jazz rookie Ace Bailey impressed Kevin Durant in his first NBA preseason game

The 19-year-old Bailey led the Jazz with 25 points, matching up against Durant for much of the contest.

(Ashley Landis | AP) Utah Jazz forward Ace Bailey (19) defends against Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant (7) during the first half of a preseason game in Houston on Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025.

How Utah Jazz rookie Ace Bailey impressed Kevin Durant in his first NBA preseason game

The 19-year-old Bailey led the Jazz with 25 points, matching up against Durant for much of the contest.

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