The NBA pre-draft activities are in full swing, and the league held its annual draft lottery on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Ace Bailey’s official measurements from the NBA Draft Combine were finally realized. The Rutgers Scarlet Knights star measured 6’7 1/2″ barefoot, 202.8 lbs with a 7’0 ½” wingspan and 8’11″ standing reach.
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However, his school listed him as 6 feet 10 inches. Bailey has been one of the most talked-about prospects ahead of the draft, and now his stunning performance at the NBA Draft Combine has made the conversation even more intense.
Rutgers’ Ace Bailey’s official measurements from the NBA Draft Combine:
6’7 1/2 barefoot, 202.8 lbs with a 7’0 ½” wingspan and 8’11″ standing reach pic.twitter.com/FzkhKA2cM1
— Jonathan Givony (@DraftExpress) May 12, 2025
The 18-year-old has often been compared to Jabari Smith Jr. due to his shooting ability. However, his athleticism, height, and mid-range game are quite similar to Philadelphia 76ers star Paul George’s initial years at the Indiana Pacers.
In his freshman year with California State University, George averaged 14.3 points, 6.3 rebounds, two assists, and 1.7 steals per game, a statline quite similar to Bailey with the Ruthers. The 18-year-old averaged 17.6 points, 1.3 assists, 7.3 rebounds, and 1 steal per game.
Additionally, both players are known for their two-way contributions on the offensive and defensive ends. Bailey can also guard multiple positions, just like the 76ers’ star. Both players have almost similar wingspan, which aids them in defensive contributions and steals.
George bypassed his final two seasons of college eligibility at Fresno State and declared for the 2010 NBA Draft, where he was selected by the Pacers.
He also became the highest NBA draft pick in the history of Fresno State. On the other hand, Bailey, a consensus five-star recruit, had many offers from high-profile programs like Ohio State, Kentucky, Kansas, Texas, and Oregon before he provided his commitment to play for Rutgers.
The player in his lone season with the college became the highest-ranked recruit in the history of the school.
The Chattanooga, Tennessee, native declared for the 2025 NBA Draft after his freshman season and will not return to college.
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The former McDonald’s All-American is projected as one of the first players to be selected on draft night. The youngster has been honored with All-Big Ten thrice and has been named to the Big Ten All-Freshman team.
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