Winds ESE at 5 to 10 mph. (AP Photo/Jeff Swinger), Utah center Branden Carlson, left, drives to the basket as UCLA forward Adem Bona defends during the first half on Thursday night in Salt Lake City. A projected second-round pick in the 2023 NBA draft per ESPN, Jaime Jr. could become one of the few players with Mexican heritage to compete in the NBA. Clark and senior forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. tried to recall who was on that team. Receive Laura Elder's Biz Buzz direct to your inbox every Sunday. Soccer, basketball, football, Taco Bell, digest and play some more. Clear skies. Twenty years from now, when UCLA fans are talking about the mark Jaime Jaquez left on the program, what do you want them to say? (Laughs). The two played all four years at Camarillo High School. LOS ANGELES Jaime Jaquez Jr. is having the type of senior season at UCLA most players dream about. proporcionarte nuestros sitios y aplicaciones; autenticar usuarios, aplicar medidas de seguridad y evitar el spam y los abusos, y. medir el uso que haces de nuestros sitios y aplicaciones. UCLA has been in the Top 10 for the last month and further upward mobility will probably depend on one of the top three losing this weekend. Get an email notification whenever someone contributes to the discussion. 4 UCLA to a 78-71 win over Utah on Thursday night. Ive been able to learn a lot during this time. (AP Photo/Jeff Swinger), Utah center Branden Carlson, left, looks to drive against UCLA forward Adem Bona during the first half on Thursday night in Salt Lake City. Jaime Jaquez Jr. has been named a first-team preseason All-American in the Field of 68's Almanac, among the most comprehensive guides to the college hoops season. It came from Mamba. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission. Los Angeles; Thursday, 9 p.m. EST. Tygers leadership is amazing. When you have Jaime and Tyger, its easy to be confident.. All rights reserved. 24. UCLA (24-4, 15-2 Pac-12) has won seven in a row despite giving up more than 70 points for just the fourth time this season. UCLA seniors Jaime Jaquez Jr. and David Singleton met with reporters at the Galen Center after the Bruins dropped a 77-64 decision in a Pac-12 contest. Its eye-opening for a lot of people and I know how much it means to Mexico to see the growth in basketball. 21 UCLA open up Pac-12 play with an 80-66 win over Stanford on Thursday in Palo Alto. And our team, both of our teams, were really, really good.". When you have Jaime and Tyger, its easy to be confident.. Armando Bacot (North Carolina) Jaime Jr. and Gabriela still return to Camarillo during the season. Joe Kent's Reel Report every evening. Clear skies. "It was basketball and life goals. All three Jaquez siblings recently recognized their Mexican heritage with a name, image and likeness (NIL) deal with Tricolor Holdings, a company in Dallas that helps Latino immigrants purchase and finance cars. What has allowed you guys to win six straight games and have a 23-4 record on the season? Now were selling out games.. Jaquez thinks this team can go even further. (AP Photo/Jeff Swinger), Utah center Branden Carlson, left, tries to keep the ball from UCLA guard Jaime Jaquez Jr. during the second half on Thursday night in Salt Lake City. I feel like every time Im on the floor, I keep smiling and am so happy to be playing with these guys," said Jaquez, who is averaging 17.3 points, 7.9 rebounds and 1.5 steals per game. 4 UCLA to a 78-71 win over Utah. What has it meant playing alongside Tyger through this journey, and what does he mean to the Bruins? The moment I touched the ball, I didnt want to stop holding it. It's more than a tradition; it's a legacy Gabriela and Jaime Jr. have cherished. You were originally recruited by Steve Alford and committed to the Bruins when he was the coach. Would you still be in college if NIL wasnt a thing? I remember I was very young. Ive learned more about being a consumer and what it means to sell to people. Micks intensity level is off the charts, and his coaching tank is always full. Without their guards, Saunders was a pleasant surprise, but it didnt matter because UCLA shot so well early and held Carlson in check. 0. March 3, 2023, 4:04 PM. The Cardinal couldnt even get the ball past halfcourt on its next possession. Receive updates on the latest issues of Coast Monthly. But he still laments the game's old rules. and stay on topic. It's a really cool dynamic. Jaquez scored 17 of his 23 points in the second half to help the Bruins hold on for a 78-71 win. Were not into moral victories but really, really proud of the way they played today, Utah coach Craig Smith said. Jaime was expected to be one of UCLAs leaders at the start of the season. Limited time only! Utah: The Utes made it difficult at times for the Bruins with a determined effort on the boards and a lot of hustle, but the Utes couldnt shoot. When you have Jaime and Tyger, its easy to be confident.. Jaime Jaquez Jr., Tyger Campbell step . UCLA guard Tyger Campbell drives as Utah guard Lazar Stefanovic defends during the first half on Thursday night in Salt Lake City. Winning a national title would mean I could wipe my hands and say what I needed. UCLA is sixth in the Pac-12 in rebounding with 32.7 rebounds. 21 Bruins persevere for an 80-66 victory in their Pac-12 Conference opener after having scored the games first 17 points. Honestly, it felt amazing and it was crazy because I envisioned it, Saunders said. Our program is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of former student-athlete Jalen Hill. Jaquez Jr. and the Bruins (25-4, 16-2 Pac-12) clinched the Pac-12 Conference's regular-season title in outright fashion last Sunday afternoon with a 60-56 win at Colorado. That was always my mindset from the beginning and I was not going to think any other way. March 23, 2022 2:46 pm ET. This offseason, Jaquez opted to . If they can beat Washington State in the championship game Sunday, it would improve their seeding for the NCAA Tournament. Senior forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. banked in a short jumper and made a layup amid a sea of bodies to help the No. Copyright 2023 The Associated Press. Everybody was like family in our neighborhood. Jaquez poured in 12.3 points and 6.1 rebounds-per-game that season, then averaged 13.9 PPG last year. Weve been among the top teams in the fewest turnovers (this year, 17th nationally with just 10.4 turnovers per game). The game against the Wildcats will feature a matchup of the two favorites for player of the year. One of the highlights for both came on Nov. 7 when UCLA held a rare basketball doubleheader for the season opener. Utah: The Utes made it difficult at times for the Bruins with a determined effort on the boards and a lot of hustle, but the Utes couldnt shoot. 49.2k Followers, 977 Following, 103 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Jaime Jaquez Jr (@trippplej) Utah held the Bruins without a field goal for more than six minutes in the middle of the second half, highlighted by a couple of thunderous blocked shots from Branden Carlson and Keba Keita. Hes an All-American and a guy thats going to play in the NBA for 10-12 years, so its not a surprise, UCLA coach Mick Cronin said. The pride in those moments permeates the Jaquez family's bond. Once married, Gloria, who did not speak English then, created a thriving hair salon business in Camarillo. Mike Saunders Jr. came off the bench to score a career-high 25 points for Utah (17-12, 10-8 Pac-12), which has lost three in a row. What was your Taco Bell order? (AP Photo/Jeff Swinger), Utah head coach Craig Smith watches from the sidelines during the first half of their game against UCLA on Thursday night in Salt Lake City. In all seriousness, I played basketball and baseball in high school, but Ive continued to play soccer, and golf, and Ill go out and throw a football every now and then. Saunders, who only had three points in all of conference play coming into the game, brought a new element of speed to the Utes but made some mistakes characteristic of seldom-used players. You see the game, and its getting to be a lot more international. (AP Photo/Jeff Swinger), UCLA guard Jaime Jaquez Jr. looks to drive against Utah during the first half on Thursday night in Salt Lake City. The key was to disrupt their offense, not let them run their sets, Jaquez said. LOS ANGELES (AP) Jaime Jaquez Jr. is having the type of senior season at UCLA most players dream about. But Ezequiel remembers convincing his father to build a rim for him and his brother, Dick, to practice with. No pseudonyms or partial What was it like throwing out the ceremonial first pitch at Dodger Stadium? He has gone beyond that and is one of the favorites for Pac-12 Player of the Year. UCLAs 15-2 mark through 17 Pac-12 games marks the programs best conference start since the 2007-08 Final Four team with Kevin Love and Russell Westbrook. If the way the Bruins unleashed it in the first half is any indication, theyre quick learners. Population Growth by County, 2000-2007. Hes the one who makes all of that happen. Jaime Jaquez Jr. burned the Buffaloes for 23 points and 13 rebounds earlier this season. Hes going to learn. Every Sunday, she cooks a large meal for her family, who pop in and out to say hello and eat. Do not link to sites outside galvnews.com. Marcus Sasser (Houston) Thats what we got in mind, Jacquez said. UCLA's David Singleton, Jaime Jaquez Jr. and Tyger Campbell spoke to media members at Desert Financial Arena after the Bruins defeated Arizona State, 74-62, . Even with their scoring drought, the Bruins took care of the ball with only six turnovers, marking the 27th of 28 games this season they have less giveaways than their opponent. Jaime Jaquez Jr. exerts his authority as UCLA earns its ninth consecutive win Kirill Kaprizov scores twice as Wild slip past Canucks 2-1 Warriors third-quarter outburst leads to key win over Clippers Bro, Im a five-sport athlete now! $5 6-leg flex play Tyler Herro o19.5 Rd 1 points, Kevin Huerter o21.5 Rd 1 points, Teuvo Teravainen o2.5 SOG, Hunter Dickinson o17.5 points, Jaime Jaquez Jr. o16.5 points, Zyon Pulling o15 . Jaime Jaquez Jr. (UCLA) Sometimes its easy to forget about some of the cool things that Ive been able to do. Jaime Jaquez Jr. #24 of the UCLA Bruins handles the ball during the second half of the NCAA game at McKale Center on January 21, 2023 in Tucson,. Although, Id head back there if they want to do an NIL deal (laughs). Dont knowingly lie about anyone or I was just waiting for an opportunity. Real names required. I love cooking up beats on garage band, too. It diversifies the NBA a lot more, too. Earlier this year, Russell (Stong) and I were playing pickup soccer with the womens soccer team, who won the national championship. Being from Camarillo, how much did you think about going to UCLA when you were growing up? He covers the sport in a variety of capacities, from calling games on FS1 to serving as lead host on the BIG EAST Digital Network to providing commentary on The Field of 68 Media Network. The key is number one, taking care of the ball, and two, relying on your defense to get things done, not your offense, Campbell said. My guys have faith in me that Im going to make the right play every time down the stretch.. Gabriela added, "We'll learn from it. The key is number one, taking care of the ball, and two, relying on your defense to get things done, not your offense, Campbell said. We dont get to a Final Four and Sweet 16 without him. Follow him on Twitter @John_Fanta. It was my favorite. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission. The Bruins will close their regular-season schedule at home against Arizona on Saturday, March 4. NIL has opened up a lot of gateways, and I think the biggest thing now is that theres not a bad option for anybody coming out of high school. Copyright 2023 The Associated Press. UCLA (24-4, 15-2 Pac-12) has won seven in a row despite giving up more than 70 points for just the fourth time this season. This is the nation's oldest such award and the only one named after a former player. 4 UCLA to 78-71 win over Utah, Jaime Jaquez Jr. scored 17 of his 23 points in the second half and Tyger Campbell added 18 to lift No. And it's good for our family. A screen by teammate David Singleton had cleared a tempting path to the basket. (AP Photo/Jeff Swinger), Utah guard Lazar Stefanovic drives as UCLA guard Amari Bailey defends during the second half on Thursday night in Salt Lake City. Seven turnovers and two missed shots later, the Cardinal remained scoreless. He just always makes great decisions for us. I think she just has a winning attitude. I dont think about anything else. I would say yes, due to my circumstances. Through group texts, it is collectively decided who will attend which game and when. A lot of us are rushing and want to make the extra pass, especially for me. ICYMI is a weekly newsletter highlighting stories from the past week. A fresh-faced freshman Jaime Jaquez Jr. (4) celebrates with teammate Prince Ali during a game in the 2019-20 . Gabriela had 10 points and six rebounds in her first college game as the Bruins beat Cal-Poly. Receive email alerts anytime there is breaking news or a severe weather alert. The game was never in jeopardy, Cronin said, despite Utahs late runs. Jaime Jaquez Sr. said the plan is for most of the family to be at Pauley Pavilion while some will be at the regional semifinal since both games are taking place simultaneously. After helping lead UCLA's historic Final Four run in 2021, Jaime Jaquez Jr. returned to lead the Bruins back to the Sweet 16 before losing to eventual runner-up North Carolina. I love getting out and playing soccer. Jaquez Jr. and Tubelis are the only Pac-12 student-athletes on the list of 15 players. Don't use obscene, vulgar, If you forget it, you'll be able to recover it using your email address. While a meaningless game could have been hard for some to get up for, Jaquez made the most of his minutes. 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Mata has mentored Jquez Jr., who said Mata . UCLA Bruins guard Jaime Jaquez Jr. (4) pose for a picture after the UCLA Bruins beat the Michigan Wolverines in the Elite Eight of the 2021 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium. I can tell you this much, I can be a winner for your organization. Learning about him, and all the championships he won, made me want to be a part of UCLA. So whether I'm Mexican or not -- and I love to embrace my culture and that's who I am -- I'm a person at the end of the day.". I still go out and golf. For a program going through a rebuild, the trip to Hawaii started poorly with a loss to BYU, setting up a dreaded game against Division II Chaminade from which there wasn't much to gain. (AP Photo/Jeff Swinger), Utah center Keba Keita (13) blocks a shot by UCLA guard Jaime Jaquez Jr. during the second half on Thursday night in Salt Lake City. 4 UCLA and Jaime Jaquez Jr. Not only does the senior have a chance at winning Pac-12 Player of the Year honors, but this season has been extra special because his sister Gabriela is in her first year on the Bruins women's basketball team. LOS ANGELES (AP) Jaime Jaquez Jr. is having the type of senior season at UCLA most players dream about. UCLA: The Bruins took what the Utes gave them, so they consistently scored from the mid-range. Now, back to basketball. 4 UCLA to a 78-71 win over Utah on Thursday night. I would play baseball. March 02, 2023, INDIANAPOLIS UCLA senior Jaime Jaquez Jr. has been selected as one of 15 top players to the late season watch list for the Oscar Robertson Trophy, which is annually awarded to the nation's most outstanding men's college basketball player by the U.S. Basketball Writers Association (USBWA). "I was in basketball camp in fourth grade and they just had us write down our goals," she said. Gabriela has started two games but has mainly come off the bench while averaging 6.5 points and 3.5 rebounds. Note: A Spanish version of this story can be read here. Even bigger than Jaime Jr. playing for Mexico at the 2019 Pan American Games in Lima, Peru. Cousins, uncles, grandparents and other relatives all gathered on the Friday night, members of a family that roams the West Coast, and beyond, to watch Jaquez athletes compete in every sport from softball and volleyball to basketball, baseball and football. Create a password that only you will remember. College basketball history is filled with siblings who played the sport at an elite level. Winds ESE at 5 to 10 mph.. Clear skies. SALT LAKE CITY (AP) Jaime Jaquez Jr. scored 17 of his 23 points in the second half and Tyger Campbell added 18 to lift No. What made you want to play for Mick Cronin? On teammate Tyger Campbell, Jaquez says: "We dont get to a Final Four and Sweet 16 without him." At the head of one of the tables sat Ezequiel and Gloria, Jaime Jr. and Gabriela's grandparents. Edit yourself. While Jaime came in under the radar, Gabriela entered UCLA with plenty of hype as part of the top-ranked recruiting class in the country. All for just $15 (U.P. Invalid password or account does not exist. Be truthful. It was then that the Bruins turned to a savvy friend to get them through the tough times. This is the name that will be used to identify you within the system. Threats of harming another But he can do it.". Puedes cambiar tus opciones en cualquier momento haciendo clic en el enlace Panel de control de privacidad de nuestros sitios y aplicaciones. He has plans to improve on his 3-point shooting after . An email message containing instructions on how to reset your password has been sent to the e-mail address listed on your account. A 6-foot-7 guard/forward from Camarillo . 4 UCLA hosts the No. The 6-foot-7 guard/forward led his team in scoring and . I just wanted to play with them and see what I could do. Jaquez has deflected talk of individual honors and said the only thing he concentrates on is team honors, and trying to get UCLA (26-4) a top seed in the NCAA Tournament. 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Cronin blamed himself for his teams second-half letdown, saying he should have played his reserves more to keep his starters fresh and the intensity level as high as it was early in the game. 4 UCLA and Jaime Jaquez Jr. Not only does the senior have a chance at winning Pac-12 Player of the Year honors, but this season has been extra special because his sister Gabriela is in her first year on the Bruins women's basketball team. Whats the best piece of advice you have ever gotten? Theres so much opportunity and with NIL, theres so much potential. The first word I want them to say is "legacy." "I just told her there's going to be highs, there's going to be lows, but as long as you just persevere and understand this is all a part of your journey and take it as that, because I believe everything happens for a reason. Stanfords first nine possessions ended in futile fashion. Game time between UCLA and Arizona is set for 7 p.m. (PT). Keep it clean. FILE - UCLA guard Jaime Jaquez Jr. (24) is defended by Stanford forwards Maxime Raynaud (42) and Harrison Ingram (55) during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game Thursday, Feb. 16, 2023, in Los Angeles. Utah finally started making 3-pointers in the second half and cut the Bruins lead to 62-59 after Wilguens Exacte and Saunders hit from behind the arc. But their father had no interest in joining the nationwide trend whereby many top players leave their local schools in favor of private or prep schools. But the . The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. (AP Photo/Jeff Swinger), Utah guard Mike Saunders Jr. (2) shoots as UCLA guard Amari Bailey defends during the second half on Thursday night in Salt Lake City. Lets turn to your classmate and point guard, Tyger Campbell (12.2 PPG, 4.8 APG). Copyright UCLA Athletics. The Bruins (25-8) upset No. But Jaquez came up with baskets when the Bruins needed them most. Arizona guard Cedric Henderson Jr. grabs a handful of UCLA guard Jaime Jaquez Jr. in the fight for a rebound in the second half of the Wildcats' 58-52 win over the Bruins on Jan. 21 in McKale Center. Thats why I wear No. (Photo courtesy of Los Angeles Dodgers). 19 recruit in the class of 2022. Your first road game is your scariest road game, especially with all our freshmen, UCLA coach Mick Cronin said, so I was really happy with the way we started out and we rode that the rest of the way.. All rights reserved. Well, growing up I played football, soccer, golf, baseball and basketball. Honestly, it felt amazing and it was crazy because I envisioned it, Saunders said. Oscar Tschiebwe (Kentucky) Its always on my mind because were this close to the moment and weve been close before. Were not into moral victories but really, really proud of the way they played today, Utah coach Craig Smith said. 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In a sport with limited Mexican representation -- Juan Toscano-Anderson (Marquette), Jorge Gutierrez (Cal), Horacio Llamas (Grand Canyon) and Eduardo Najera (Oklahoma) are four of just five NBA players with Mexican heritage since 1946, while Evina Westbrook (UConn) became the WNBA's first Mexican-American player when she was drafted by the Seattle Storm in 2022 -- the Jaquez family's legacy might be unprecedented. Utah guard Marco Anthony (10) drives against UCLA guard Dylan Andrews during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game Thursday, Feb. 23, 2023, in Salt Lake City. It wasnt like the 6-foot-7 freshman was a top-50 recruit who was a guaranteed star. Were not into moral victories but really, really proud of the way they played today, Utah coach Craig Smith said. Receive Laura Elder's Biz Buzz direct to your inbox every Sunday. Submitting this form below will send a message to your email with a link to change your password. Well, why would I think about anything else? Well, now were starting to get to the hard hitters here. Things like that. Everything was a downer from there, Jordan Adams breaking his foot in the Pac-12 tournament and coach Ben Howland getting fired after . Jaquez, now a 6-foot-7 matchup nightmare, returns for his senior season after averaging 13.9 points and 5.7 rebounds in 30.5 minutes per game. (AP Photo/Jeff Swinger), Utah center Keba Keita, left, and UCLA guard Jaime Jaquez Jr. watch the ball get away during the second half on Thursday night in Salt Lake City. What would it mean to you to be the second? Were moving a lot faster up and down the floor. 8 Arizona on Saturday Night, No. Thats massive. I listen to him and his teammates talk about the game, and I try to see what I can learn from that.. This handout provided by UCLA Athletics shows Gabriela Jaquez and Jaime Jaquez Jr. posed at Pauley Pavilion on the campus of UCLA in Los Angeles, Aug. 23, 2022 It has been a great season so far for No. Thats the mentality that Jaquez has had since he arrived in Westwood to a program that went 17-16 the season beforehand and was an after-thought nationally. We have a good team capable of winning games.. PHILADELPHIA -- UCLA star forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. remains day-to-day with a sprained right ankle and will attempt to play in the No. The 6-foot-7 guard/forward led his team in scoring and rebounding as .

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