Background:

Growing up in Chattanooga and spending his freshman year there, Bailey would move to suburban Atlanta, where in his senior year, he won Mr. Georgia Basketball and earned a trip to the McDonald’s All-American game. From there, he committed to Rutgers, teaming up with fellow top 5 pick Dylan Harper. Bailey would earn Third-Team All Big 10, however, he and Harper both become the first projected top 5 pick to miss the NCAA tournament since Markelle Fultz.

Pros:

Can hit from anywhere on the floor

Great shooting release

Elite athlete

Versatile

High energy

Gives effort

Good defender

Agile

Cons:

Inconsistent shooter

Bad shot creator

Bad ball handler, vulnerable to steals

Not an accurate passer

Not a good at rim finisher

Needs to add to his frame

Summary:

Bailey is a great shooter and elite athlete, but needs to add more to his frame and improve his handles and passing. His ceiling is an All-Star and borderline All-NBA talent, while his floor is a sharpshooter off the bench.

NBA Comp: Andrew Wiggins

Best fits: Jazz, Nets, 76ers, Spurs