It was a successful season-opener for Rutgers and head coach Steve Pikiell as he begins his ninth year on the sideline. The Scarlet Knights cruised to a victory against Wagner on their home floor and were able to show off all new toys over the course of the game.

The debut of Rutgers basketball phenom Ace Bailey will have to wait. The five-star freshman was ruled out of Wednesday night’s season opener at home against Wagner with an injury — a surprise development announced several hours before tip-off.

Rutgers basketball freshman standout Ace Bailey is set to miss the season opener against Wagner due to an undisclosed injury.