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Former UCLA guard Amari Bailey, who was drafted by the Hornets and has since appeared in the NBA and in the G-League, says he intends to return to college basketball to chase a national title and would become the first player to go back to college after NBA games. He’s begun reaching out to teams for next season, with attorney Elliott Abrams advocating for eligibility reconsideration.
Former UCLA star and NBA draftee Amari Bailey is pursuing a return to college after brief NBA and G League stints. He has hired an agent and a lawyer to challenge NCAA eligibility, aiming to play one more season and argues he would be a college senior if allowed to enroll; his case adds to the ongoing wave of eligibility moves as players seek a path back to college post-pro pro experience.
Former UCLA guard Amari Bailey, who appeared in 10 NBA games for Charlotte on a two‑way deal, is pursuing NCAA eligibility to return to college basketball. He has hired an agent and a lawyer to seek a waiver to play (potentially in 2026-27), arguing his NBA stint shouldn’t permanently bar him. Bailey would have one year remaining in the five‑year window and plans to explore college options, a move that tests NCAA rules amid ongoing lawsuits and cases like Charles Bediako’s injunction.
The winners and losers of the 2023 NBA Draft Combine have been identified. Amari Bailey showed versatility, Keyonte George impressed in his pro day, Brandin Podziemski shone, and Trey Alexander wowed. The Detroit Pistons and Houston Rockets were among the losers, with the Pistons falling to No. 5 in the lottery and the Rockets missing out on a chance to draft Victor Wembanyama. The lack of participation by some prospects and the G League Elite Camp's call-up system were also identified as losers.
UCLA freshman guard Amari Bailey has announced on Instagram that he will be declaring for the NBA draft, effectively ending his college career. Bailey was a member of the Pac-12’s all-freshman team and helped lead the Bruins to the Sweet 16 of the NCAA tournament. He joins teammates Tyger Campbell, Jaylen Clark, and Jaime Jaquez Jr. in declaring for the draft with remaining eligibility.
UCLA freshman Amari Bailey, ranked No. 42 in the ESPN 100, has announced on Instagram that he will enter the 2023 NBA draft and will not be returning to college. Bailey made the Pac-12 All-Freshman team after averaging 11.2 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 2.2 assists per game, shooting 39% from 3. He is considered a potential first-round pick depending on his performance in the pre-draft process.