Eye Test vs. The Numbers: Breaking Down Ace Bailey’s NBA Potential

In this episode of the Locked On NBA Big Board Podcast, Rafael Barlowe continues his “Eye Test vs. The Numbers” series with a deep dive on Rutgers freshman and potential top 3 pick Ace Bailey. In the first segment, Barlowe shares his personal scouting notes, highlighting what stands out on film. In the second segment, he compares those observations with the analytics—breaking down Bailey’s shot selection, shooting efficiency, and finishing at the rim, using Synergy data. Finally, Barlowe outlines the key areas for improvement that could help Bailey unlock his full NBA potential. Timestamps: 2:06 - Rafael's scouting report 11:06 - Synergy data 19:18 - Areas for improvement #AceBailey #NBADraft2025 #RutgersBasketball #NBAProspects #ScoutingReport #EyeTestVsTheNumbers #LockedOnNBABigBoard #CollegeBasketball #BasketballAnalytics #NBAEvaluation #FilmStudy #SynergySports #NBAAnalysis #DraftBreakdown #FutureNBAStar Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Betterhelp This episode is sponsored by Betterhelp. Your well-being is worth it. Visit BetterHelp.com/lockedonnba today to get 10% off your first month. Robinhood With Robinhood Gold, you can now enjoy the VIP treatment. The new Gold Standard is here with Robinhood Gold. To receive 3% boost on annual IRA contributions, sign up at robinhood.com/gold. Door Dash 50% Off 1 Order (Up to $10 Off) Offer valid from 9:00 AM PT through 11:59 PM PT after a 50 point performance in any game during the NBA season on orders placed at participating merchant locations. Valid only in the United States. Maximum value of discount is $10.00. Discount applies to subtotal only; does not apply to fees, taxes, and gratuity. Not valid for pickup. Limit one per person. Not valid for the purchase of alcohol. Fees, taxes, and gratuity still apply. Must have an active DashPass account. See further terms and conditions at https://drd.sh/8ONpZP/. Prizepicks Now’s the perfect time to join. That’s right—no need to win to get the bonus, it’s guaranteed. PrizePicks—Run Your Game! Click Here: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONNBA Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Gametime Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Right now, new customers can get TWO HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS when your first FIVE DOLLAR BET WINS! Download the app or head to FANDUEL.COM to get started. Bet with FanDuel—Official Partner of the NBA.