NBA prospect Ace Bailey stirs controversy by refusing pre-draft workouts, risking his draft position.

Ace Bailey, a top NBA draft prospect, is causing controversy with his refusal to participate in pre-draft workouts, including one with the Philadelphia 76ers, who hold the third pick. Despite his impressive freshman stats at Rutgers, Bailey's decision to skip workouts has raised concerns about his maturity and draft stock, potentially pushing him down to the fifth or sixth pick. Meanwhile, V.J. Edgecombe of Baylor is favored to be picked third by the 76ers. Bailey's talent is undeniable, but his strategy has made him one of the most polarizing prospects in the 2025 draft class.