Bailey is generally viewed as the third-best prospect available in a loaded 2025 NBA draft, but might be a longer-term project whose developmental timeline does not align with the win-now Sixers.

Ace Bailey is one of the best players in the NBA Draft because of his size and athleticism. He is 6'10” but can move up and down the floor with ease. He is also a terrific shooter, and that has all come from practice.

Williams had already measured with an astounding 7’2 wingspan despite standing a quarter-inch under 6’6 in shoes. When he looked like the best player on the floor in scrimmages, his first-round hype took off and he eventually got drafted in the lottery by the Oklahoma City Thunder.