Fansided · Jan 28
Ace Bailey set to put league on notice after questionable snub
Portland Trail Blazers v Utah Jazz | Melissa Majchrzak/GettyImagesWhen the NBA revealed the roster for the 2026 Rising Stars Game, one name was clearly absent: Ace Bailey of the Utah Jazz. Despite being Utah’s fifth overall pick in last summer’s draft and emerging as one of the most versatile two-way rookies in the league, Bailey was snubbed. With a chip on his shoulder and his play trending in a good direction, Bailey might be ready to put the league on notice.
The snub could be the fuel Bailey needs to finish the season strong