Through the past two games of the Utah Jazz's summer league action, it's been two outings without fifth-overall pick Ace Bailey being in the fold, as he's dealt with a hip injury to sideline him vs. the Oklahoma City Thunder,

League is officially underway in Las Vegas as Ace Bailey and the Utah Jazz take on Kon Knueppel and the Charlotte Hornets on Friday.

The 7-footer has a higher standing reach than Victor Wembanyama and should immediately feast on lobs. Summer league will give Maluach the opportunity to prove he can catch and finish on the move, keep up with the pace of opposing offenses and anchor a solid defense.