Top 10 Big Ten basketball players for the 2024-25 season
9. Ace Bailey, G, Rutgers
Rutgers may be entering a golden era of basketball as a top-25 team to begin the season with some intriguing talent on its roster. The two most notable players are the freshmen, Bailey and Dylan Harper. While Harper could also deserve a spot on this list, Bailey may ultimately be the more versatile and invaluable player for the Scarlet Knights. Both freshmen were top-five players in the Class of 2024 with Bailey averaging an incredible 33.3 points, 15.5 rebounds, 3.9 assists and 2.9 blocks as a senior at McEachern High School in Georgia. The 6-foot-10, 200-pound standout has good length and athleticism, and his offensive game continues to grow. It could take time to adapt to the physicality of the Big Ten, but Bailey has the potential to quickly ascend into one of the league鈥檚 most valuable players thanks to his diverse skill set.
