Dylan Harper scored 20 points, fellow freshman Ace Bailey had 17 in his college debut and No. 24 Rutgers beat Monmouth 98-81 on Friday night.

Ace Bailey will make his highly anticipated Rutgers debut on Friday night. The five-star freshman was not listed on the pregame availability report submitted to the Big Ten, meaning he will be available for the Scarlet Knights when they host Monmouth at Jersey Mike’s Arena.

Almost one year ago to the day, Ace Bailey signed his letter of intent to join Rutgers. Fans have been patiently waiting for Bailey to take the floor in a Scarlet Knight uniform and on Friday night, a full-throated crowd at Jersey Mike’s Arena got their wish.