Ace Bailey Injury Status Update for April 7th, 2026
Ace Bailey of the Jazz has been ruled out and will not play today. Ace was previously listed as Doubtful before being officially ruled out.
This will be the 10th game Ace has missed this season.
Ace Bailey Season Averages
Ace's absence leaves a significant hole in the Jazz rotation. Across 70 games this season, he's averaging 13.6 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 1.8 assists per game while playing 27.6 minutes per night.
| MPG | PPG | RPG | APG | FGA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27.6 | 13.6 | 4.1 | 1.8 | 12.2 |
Jazz Performance With & Without Ace Bailey
The numbers tell a clear story about Ace's value to the Jazz. With Ace in the lineup this season, the team is 18-52. Without him, they've gone 3-6. The Jazz's net rating is 2.9 points worse per 100 possessions when Ace plays, which is a substantial gap.
| With | Without | Diff | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Record | 18-52 | 3-6 | — |
| Off Rating | 112.8 | 113.0 | +0.3 |
| Def Rating | 120.8 | 124.0 | +3.1 |
| Net Rating | -8.1 | -10.9 | -2.9 |
| PPG | 117.3 | 113.2 | -4.1 |
Which Teammates Benefit Without Ace Bailey?
When Ace sits, other Jazz players see increased opportunities. Based on this season's data, Elijah Harkless and Jusuf Nurkic stand to benefit the most from his absence.
When Ace has been out this season, Elijah Harkless has averaged 8.3 more points per game, 4.1 additional field goal attempts, 12.1 extra minutes and 2.3 more assists.
PPG: +8.3 | FGA: +4.1 | MPG: +12.1 | APG: +2.3
When Ace has been out this season, Jusuf Nurkic has averaged 10.9 more points per game and 3.2 additional field goal attempts.
PPG: +10.9 | FGA: +3.2
Ace Bailey Betting Trends
For bettors, Ace's absence has historically had a measurable impact on the Jazz's lines and related player props. Here are the most notable trends when Ace has been out this season:
💰 Betting Trends (without Bailey) Cody Williams PTS OVER: 5-0 (+5.0u, 8.7 / -105 avg. line)
Full Injury Report — Ace Bailey's Game
Here's the complete injury report for tonight's game. Both teams have key players dealing with various ailments heading into this one:
Jazz @ Pelicans - April 7, 2026 Utah Jazz: Keyonte George (Out) Walker Kessler (Out) Jaren Jackson Jr. (Out) Jusuf Nurkic (Out) Lauri Markkanen (Out) New Orleans Pelicans: Trey Murphy III (Out) Dejounte Murray (Out)
We'll continue to monitor Ace's status and provide updates as they become available. Check back for the latest injury news and lineup updates for the Jazz.