Bailey finally surrendered! Respond to the refusal of training for the first time: I have never considered stopping training and was grateful to join Utah

On June 30, the Utah Jazz's new stadium flashed, and Ace Bailey was wearing a Jazz uniform and faced the media as a member of the team for the first time. The young man, who was labeled as the "most arrogant rookie" for refusing to try out before the draft, finally faced the storm: "I have never considered refusing to register or requesting a deal," Bailey said in a calm tone. "I am full of gratitude to be able to join the Jazz and be in this position now." Before the draft, Bailey's name was closely linked to "Mavericks". Not only did he temporarily cancel the key trial with the Philadelphia 76ers, he also directly rejected the invitation to trial with the Charlotte Hornets and the Utah Jazz. Draft expert Jonathan Givony once revealed that the Jazz is not an ideal destination in Bailey's agency team. For a time, "refusing to train" and "difficulty in dealing with" became controversial labels surrounding this talented striker.

Faced with the reporter's sharp question "Doesn't you consider coming to Salt Lake City?", Bailey did not avoid it, but only conveyed a clear attitude: "My enthusiasm is devoted to joining the Utah Jazz." This statement undoubtedly gave the Jazz management and fans who were worried about his attitude.

Jazz took the decisive move in the fifth pick and chose the 18-year-old striker with a precious lottery. It was a bold choice. What the team values ​​is the potential of superstars that can be seen in the naked eye. The 2.03-meter-high all-around forward has been stunning in Rutgers’ only season: averaging 17.6 points and 7.2 rebounds, and a three-point shooting percentage of 34.6%. Not only can he open up space for his teammates with his excellent shooting range, he also has skilled dribbling shooting, accurate step-back jump shots and tough ending skills at the basket. In the draft prediction, he was originally recognized as the top three favorites.

"I'm full of energy," Bailey showed strong confidence when talking about his game style. "From fighting for rebounds, locking opponents, to scoring and passing assists - there are so many things I can do. I can contribute to the team in a variety of ways."

From the refusal to training before the draft to the honest gratitude at the press conference, Ace Bailey's journey to Utah has already begun. When the "most arrogant rookie" shows sincerity to integrate, can the Jazz gain the cornerstone rewards this adventure? The energy of this all-around striker is about to spark new sparks on the basketball map of Salt Lake City.