The Rutgers basketball alumni are making waves in the NBA, and it's been quite the season to watch. Dylan Harper, coming off the bench for the San Antonio Spurs, has shown promise, while his brother Ron Harper Jr. has been a reliable asset for the Celtics when called up from the G-League. But it's Ace Bailey, a former teammate of Dylan's, who's been turning heads with his recent performances for the Utah Jazz.
Bailey has been on fire, racking up 95 points over his last few outings. Against the Milwaukee Bucks, he delivered a standout performance with 33 points, 9 rebounds, and 4 assists, leading the Jazz to a commanding 128-96 victory.
Even in losses to the Philadelphia 76ers and Toronto Raptors, Bailey shone brightly, scoring 25 and 37 points, respectively. This remarkable run places him among elite company as the fifth-youngest player in NBA history to notch 25 points per game over three consecutive games, joining the ranks of LeBron James, Cooper Flagg, Carmelo Anthony, and Devin Booker.
Bailey's recent surge isn't just a flash in the pan-it's indicative of his growing comfort and adaptation to the NBA's demands. Since March began, he's consistently hit double digits, scoring at least 20 points in half of the Jazz's games and maintaining a monthly average of 21.2 points, his best since entering the league. His shooting has been particularly impressive, with a 46.6 percent field goal percentage and a sharp 43.8 percent from beyond the arc.
Looking ahead, Bailey aims to extend his hot streak against a struggling Washington Wizards team, offering Jazz fans plenty of optimism for what's to come.
Meanwhile, Dylan Harper has been making the most of his minutes with the Spurs, notching 24 points against the Indiana Pacers and 21 against the Miami Heat. Although primarily used in a reserve role, averaging just over 20 minutes per game, he's making every second count. Bailey, by contrast, is seeing more court time, averaging around 30 minutes, a reflection of team dynamics rather than individual skill levels.
As the season progresses, the hope is for Bailey to keep thrilling the Jazz supporters with his performances, while the Harper brothers continue to provide valuable contributions to their respective teams, setting the stage for an exciting finish to the season.