Ace Bailey vs Sion James: head-to-head statistical comparison
Ace Bailey
13.8 PPG · 4.2 REB · 1.8 AST
Sion James
5.4 PPG · 3.5 REB · 2.0 AST
VS
2–1
categories
Bailey leads the head-to-head, 2 categories to 1.
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The two-way profile
Bailey 4James 3
Balladex DNA ratings (0–99). Bailey wins 4 of 8 attribute battles.
Tale of the tape
13.8
5.4
4.2
3.5
1.8
2.0
The trophy case edge: James
No. 5 Draft pick (2025)1× All-Rookie Team
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33rd Draft pick (2025)1× ACC All-Defensive (2025)
The verdict
Bailey holds the edge, leading in 2 of 3 categories (points / game, rebounds / game). James answers in assists / game — which is exactly why this is the marquee debate.
58Bailey · Solid starter
Balladex Impact Index
56James · Rotation piece
Card value — head to head
Ace Bailey
$4.0
Climbing
5-yr outlook+25%
Legacy floor100%
Sion James
$4.0
Climbing
5-yr outlook+25%
Legacy floor100%
Card verdictBoth grade to about $4.0 today.
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