Is Ace Bailey playing tonight against Spurs? Latest on Jazz rookie’s status for NBA Summer League (July 14)

Ace Bailey, the No. 5 pick in the 2025 draft, is expected to miss the Utah Jazz’s upcoming Summer League clash against the San Antonio Spurs due to right hip flexor soreness. Bailey’s injury will deprive the basketball community of his highly anticipated duel against Dylan Harper.

Bailey participated in the first two games of the Summer League for Utah. On July 5, he helped the Jazz get past the Philadelphia 76ers 93-89, recording eight points and seven rebounds.

His performance significantly improved in the subsequent matchup on July 7. With 18 points, seven rebounds and three assists, Bailey played a vital role in the 112-111 win against the Memphis Grizzlies.

Bailey was then ruled out for the final Salt Lake Summer League game due to a right groin strain. He was expected to perform in Las Vegas, set to take on the floor for against the Charlotte Hornets on Friday. However, he was a last-minute addition to the team’s injury report due to hip flexor soreness.

In his absence, the Jazz suffered a 111-105 loss, despite Kyle Filipowski’s 32-point outburst.

Utah witnessed a similar result in their clash against the Golden State Warriors on Sunday, with Bailey sidelined. Backed by Gabe Madsen’s 22-point effort, the Warriors won 103-93.

Despite missing three consecutive games, Tony Jones of The Athletic reported that the Jazz have not shut their lottery pick down for the rest of the Summer League.

“I’m told Ace Bailey’s hip flexor is a true day-to-day thing and that he hasn’t been ruled out of summer league,” Jones reported on X. “Same with John Tonje. The two are being evaluated daily and their availability is based on those evaluations.”

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I’m told Ace Bailey’s hip flexor is a true day-to-day thing and that he hasn’t been ruled out of summer league. Same with John Tonje. The two are being evaluated daily and their availability is based on those evaluations

With several other players such as RJ Luis Jr., Walter Clayton Jr., John Tonje and Elijah Harkless also added to the injury report alongside Bailey, the Jazz’s chances to pull off an upset against Dylan Harper’s Spurs remain slim.

Where to watch Utah Jazz vs San Antonio Spurs?

The Utah Jazz vs San Antonio Spurs will be available for live broadcast on NBA TV. Fans can stream the game via NBA League Pass and the FUBO TV app/website (regional restrictions might apply).

The game will tip off at 8:30 p.m. EST (5:30 p.m. PT) on Monday at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas, Nevada.