Rutgers basketball commits Dylan Harper and Ace Bailey faced off at the City of Palms Classic. Harper's Don Bosco team defeated Bailey's McEachern team, with Harper scoring 28 points and Bailey scoring 24. Both players showcased their skills in front of Rutgers head coach Steve Pikiell and NBA scouts. Harper and Bailey's performances have drawn praise, with Harper being described as explosive and drawing comparisons to a Knicks star. The duo's on-court chemistry and potential have been highlighted, with Rutgers fans anticipating their impact in the upcoming season.
Said a second NBA scout of the Rutgers recruits: “Both are big-time players. Harper’s one of my favorites. Bailey shoots the crap out of it and is athletic and tall.” https://t.co/Y2NM3KBEFU
Led by Dylan Harper and Ace Bailey, @RutgersMBB has the No. 3 recruiting class nationally https://t.co/b9Lw67tFj8 https://t.co/Yx1GljjdmT
.@RutgersMBB commit Dylan Harper being interviewed on ESPNU ‘I want to go out there and go get a national championship’ at Rutgers. The class we have is very special’ https://t.co/75reRie4oy
‘Ace Bailey is a super talent,’ one NBA scout told me of the @RutgersMBB commit More on @njdotcom https://t.co/08sJekdpQ2
Now on @njdotcom Rutgers commit Dylan Harper explodes at City of Palms, draws comparison to Knicks star https://t.co/7dmk9BzF8S @RutgersMBB @PaulBiancardi
Rutgers commit Dylan Harper put on a show today 🔥Harper dropped 38 in the Don Bosco W https://t.co/FH7uVx4UsM
.@RutgersMBB commits Ace Bailey and Dylan Harper combined to score 81 points today at City of Palms https://t.co/BQxibJs3yJ
Some wild numbers from Rutgers basketball commits at the City of Palms Classic today: Dylan Harper had 38 points on 12/23 shooting (4/8 on 3s, 10/10 on frees), 6 rebounds, 4 turnovers, 3 steals, 2 assists in Don Bosco’s win over Columbus (Fl.) and the Boozer twins. https://t.co/LNTvhplqSh
Top-3 @RutgersMBB commits Ace Bailey and Dylan Harper combined for 81 points (30-50 FG), 25 rebounds, 8 assists & 4 steals today at the @CityOfPalmsBKB 🔥 @AiriousB: 43 PTS (18-27 FG), 19 REB, 5 AST, 2 STL @dy1anharper: 38 PTS (12-23), 6 REB, 3 STL, 2 AST https://t.co/TIA0Jwb26f
2024 McEachern (GA) F Ace Bailey (@AiriousB): 43 PTS (18-27 FG), 19 REB, 5 AST, 2 STL in a win over Cannon School @CityOfPalmsBKB @McEachernBoysBB @RutgersMBB @AOTBasketball @RUHoopsInsider @RutgersRivals https://t.co/pzL2d1vitO 🎥 @LeagueRDY https://t.co/rlFxuIL0wa
His production level is matching his potential. Ace Bailey has been impressive with no let up. @AiriousB | @RutgersMBB | @CityOfPalmsBKB https://t.co/oHjLCAlmiE
Rutgers commit Ace Bailey dropped 43 points and grabbed 19 rebounds this morning at City of Palms 🔥🔥 https://t.co/Qfm9oiK4WP
Rutgers commit Dylan Harper faced off with #5 ranked VJ Edgecombe at City of Palms 🌴🚨 https://t.co/Zur8q4MfFw
Dylan Harper was great against future Rutgers teammate Ace Bailey at City of Palms. Scored 28 on 11-17, tremendous display of speed change, timing, footwork, body control to create. No explosiveness needed. Herky-jerky on ball, moved without it for cuts. Added 4 3PTM. https://t.co/8gX4NILhzJ
Ace Bailey has had back to back high level performances @CityOfPalmsBKB. The combination of his length, athleticism and scoring skill move in rhythm. Will be an exciting and dynamic player at Rutgers. He plays with awareness and joy! With continued physical development, focus… https://t.co/CkbiRxr0yb
Ace Bailey woke up this morning and kicked the day off with a 26 points, 18 rebound performance while reeling in 3 steals. Shot 12-of-21 from the field, 2-of-8 from three. https://t.co/9ewXiyChx3
Steve Pikiell is joined by his full staff to watch Rutgers signee Ace Bailey this morning at City of Palms. Live Blog: https://t.co/yuzGm8Nd7K https://t.co/QAwtI6JdA9
Dylan Harper and Ace Bailey each made some high-level baskets last night. Has Rutgers ever had a player with this much offensive potential, let alone two? https://t.co/XYIUFmH6rP
In front of the entire Rutgers staff, over 40 NBA scouts and a few dozen Rutgers fans, future Scarlet Knights stars Dylan Harper and Ace Bailey put on a show at the prestigious City of Palms Classic last night. "Trying to put on for Rutgers nation." https://t.co/fSPMSV8N2X
Have written this a few times, but ace Bailey and Dylan Harper look like they have real chemistry and a genuine respect for each other. One of the toughest jobs for a coach is managing egos/expectations and these two on the same page headed in is huge for Rutgers. https://t.co/CGnXzLuLQw
Dylan Harper and Ace Bailey, two of the top three seniors in the country - who are both committed to Rutgers, went head to head on Tuesday night at The City of Palms. Following the game, they sat down with @247Sports. https://t.co/6reqFKcjV3
Dylan Harper (28 points) and Ace Bailey (24 points) were outstanding in front of their future head coach Steve Pikiell. @RutgersMBB fans get your season tickets now! @CityOfPalmsBKB https://t.co/2LDOYuJNfm
Here's the official box score from today's @CityOfPalmsBKB game between Don Bosco Prep and McEachern. #Rutgers commits Dylan Harper and Ace Bailey both led their team in scoring. 👉 https://t.co/n98ThRTjSQ https://t.co/Qd9pWRLlhe
The future of Rutgers basketball is in good hands 🛡️⚔️ Dylan Harper goes for 28p/8r and Ace Bailey 24p/7r in a Don Bosco Prep victory at @CityOfPalmsBKB! @dy1anharper @AiriousB https://t.co/QJfCsHRnKp
Dylan Harper (28 pts) and Ace Bailey (24 pts) dueled in the City of Palms Classic 🔥 @CityOfPalmsBKB https://t.co/qkxEGf9Snf
Rutgers head coach Steve Pikiell was in attendance for the Ace Bailey and Dylan Harper matchup. Harper and Don Bosco got the 26-point win over Bailey and McEachern. Harper had 28 points, Bailey with 24. The duo will be must-see TV next year in Piscataway. Live Blog:… https://t.co/M2utpkGOCt
Rutgers commits Dylan Harper and Ace Bailey just went at it at @CityOfPalmsBKB with Don Bosco pulling off a big win over McEachern. Harper was fantastic all night, finishing with 28PTS, 8REBS and 3ASTS on 11-17 from the floor. Bailey finished with 24PTS in the loss. Electric… https://t.co/e3Q2JkT2r4
Duke commit Cooper Flagg, the top prospect in the 2024 class, watches as Rutgers commits Dylan Harper and Ace Bailey face off: https://t.co/bSPbdV0MOt
My guy @briannnnf has you covered on the big Don Bosco-McEachern matchup at @CityOfPalmsBKB featuring 5-star @RutgersMBB commits Dylan Harper and Ace Bailey https://t.co/v23ht8nlWF
Up next here at City of Palms, Dylan Harper vs. Ace Bailey. The future Rutgers teammates go head-to-head tonight. Live Blog: https://t.co/yuzGm8Nd7K https://t.co/uj4KGDRxIB
Dylan Harper knocks down a 3 as Rutgers assistants Marlon Williamson and TJ Thompson watch on: https://t.co/x6r8IQB4Er
Dylan Harper and Don Bosco take the floor as Ace Bailey and McEacharn’s warm ups are underway: https://t.co/yARJari1CF
Greetings from Fort Myers. Rutgers commits Ace Bailey and McEachern face Dylan Harper and Don Bosco at 7 p.m. But first up: Long Island Lutheran and four-star 2025 target Nigel James. https://t.co/gkgv5fBbRP