A sloppy stretch in the second half helped swing a Maples Pavilion crowd that once generated more noise for the visitors back squarely in favor of the home team. Receive the latest Dear Abby column in your inbox each morning. 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. Postgame - David Singleton, Jaime Jaquez Jr., Tyger Campbell (Jan. 19 Jaquez Jr. leads No. 4 UCLA to 78-71 win over Utah Internet forum rules I prepare myself to be in these situations, Jaquez said. Jaime is a big-time player. UCLA is sixth in the Pac-12 in rebounding with 32.7 rebounds. Be truthful. A lot of people in Mexico would love to see someone else in the NBA. 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. That UCLA, when he got there, was not the best. Subscribe to Email Newsletters And Breaking News Alerts, Jaquez Jr. leads No. In high school, he earned recognition in local newspapers as one of the first Mexican American players in the area to compete at an elite level. We play very similarly. 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. It's a really cool dynamic. Its always on my mind because were this close to the moment and weve been close before. She cares only about what it's going to take for our team to win.". 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. On teammate Tyger Campbell, Jaquez says: "We dont get to a Final Four and Sweet 16 without him.". Subscribe now to be updated on the latest videos: https://www.youtube.com/marchmadnessConnect with March Madness:Follow March Madness MBB on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MarchMadnessMBBFollow March Madness WBB on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MarchMadnessWBBLike March Madness MBB on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarchMadnessMBBLike March Madness WBB on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarchMadnessWBB/Follow March Madness MBB on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marchmadnessmbb/Follow March Madness WBB on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marchmadnesswbb/Follow March Madness MBB on Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/add/marchmad#marchmadness #collegebasketball Shes got an attitude to her and thinks shes the best. 24. "And I started to appreciate it a lot more.". All rights reserved. My dad is from there. Weve been among the top teams in the fewest turnovers (this year, 17th nationally with just 10.4 turnovers per game). Hours earlier, Jaime Jr. had scored in double figures, on the same court, also in front of his family. It was incredible. (AP Photo/Jeff Swinger), Utah guard Mike Saunders Jr., left, shoots over UCLA guard Tyger Campbell during the second half on Thursday night in Salt Lake City. 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. Fun fact: Jaime Jaquez Jr. batted .306 for Camarillo High School during his senior year. UCLA's Jaime Jaquez Jr. Presents 'Versatile' Challenge for Kentucky Were moving a lot faster up and down the floor. 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. The chant that serenaded the Bruins after Jaquez stole an inbounds pass for a breakaway dunk provided comforting familiarity in their first true road game of the season. (Laughs). Get a link to the latest e-Edition delivered to your inbox each morning. lewd, racist or sexually-oriented language. We won't share it with anyone else. Submitting this form below will send a message to your email with a link to change your password. A fresh-faced freshman Jaime Jaquez Jr. (4) celebrates with teammate Prince Ali during a game in the 2019-20 . The list includes Gonzaga's Drew Timme, Arizona's Azuolas Tubelis, Purdue's Zach Edey, Alabama's Brandon Miller, UCLA's Jaime Jaquez Jr. and Kentucky's Oscar Tshiebwe, who won the award in 2022. His play in recent weeks has enhanced his legacy on a team with national championship aspirations. Right now, Juan Toscano-Anderson of the Lakers is the only player of Mexican descent playing in the NBA. Jaime Jaquez Jr. Photos and Premium High Res Pictures - Getty Images The decision made waves within the Jaquez family, who still have roots in Mexico, including relatives living in Guadalajara. We'll get there.". "Jaime is a big-time player. Receive Laura Elder's Biz Buzz direct to your inbox every Sunday. Jaquez Jr. and Tubelis are the only Pac-12 student-athletes on the list of 15 players. Your purchase was successful, and you are now logged in. Jaime Jaquez Jr. burned the Buffaloes for 23 points and 13 rebounds earlier this season. Jaquez, who was UCLAs only effective offensive player in the second half, made a 3-pointer with 1:03 remaining to seal the win just moments after Campbell made one of his own from the corner. Receive special offers from The Daily News and select partners including discounts, contests and more. It has been a great season so far for No. In four seasons under coach Mick Cronin, Jaquez has emerged as a fan favorite and one of Cronins favorite players who has played for him all four years. (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. Only a few seconds after tipoff, UCLAs Jaylen Clark double-teamed Brandon Ingram, the extra help confounding the Stanford forward and forcing a traveling violation. and may be republished in print. Plan your fishing trips with Capt. After arriving in America more than 50 years ago to visit her sister, she met Ezequiel. Week 4.5: Andrew Platek let me down and he doesn't even play for UNC UCLA plays at Colorado on Sunday at 1 p.m. PT. Trayce Jackson-Davis (Indiana) (AP Photo/Jeff Swinger), UCLA guard Jaime Jaquez Jr. runs into Utah guard Marco Anthony during the first half on Thursday night in Salt Lake City. (Photo by Soobum Im/Getty Images). I would play baseball. 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. But Jaime Jr., Gabriela and Marcos represent the third generation of basketball players in their family. He wanted them to become versatile players but still have fun. 4 UCLA to Host Arizona State on Thursday Evening. All rights reserved. Antoine Davis (Detroit) Jaquez Jr. has shot 48.9 percent from the field and 33.3 percent from 3-point distance (26-for-78). 10, nationally. Thats easy: to win a national championship. Si quieres personalizar tus opciones, haz clic en Gestionar configuracin de privacidad. UCLA Jaquez Family Basketball | Sports | newspressnow.com Kendric Davis (Memphis) Utah guard Lazar Stefanovic (20) drives against UCLA guard Amari Bailey (5) during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game Thursday, Feb. 23, 2023, in Salt Lake City. We would get up and head to the park to play basketball, then when lunchtime came we would always hit Taco Bell. All rights reserved. Well, why would I think about anything else? The Bruins have gone 15-0 in home games. 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. Now were selling out games.. How Jaime Jaquez Jr. became the UCLA Bruins' toughest player If UCLA (-2.5) intends to beat North Carolina in their NCAA tournament Sweet 16 matchup Friday, the availability of Jaime Jaquez Jr. can swing the difficulty of that . Men's Basketball Hes the one who makes all of that happen. But it would hardly be a wasted trip, as Cronin learned everything he needed to know about then-freshman Jaime Jaquez Jr. Gabriela, the co-MVP of last year's McDonald's All-American game, is averaging 6.7 PPG for the women's squad, which is currently projected as a 6-seed in the NCAA tournament. ICYMI also features select historical content. 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 blocks from Branden Carlson and Keba Keita. LOS ANGELES -- Gabriela Jaquez's biggest fan entered Pauley Pavilion on a Saturday afternoon with a couple of his buddies. Throughout the revolution, More . (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. 22d; 0:21. If the way the Bruins unleashed it in the first half is any indication, theyre quick learners. They could suck recently, this or that but when I get there, were going to be good. Theres no ifs, ands, or buts about it," he said. The stars were Shabazz Muhammad, Larry Drew II and Kyle Anderson, the Bruins edging Oregon by one game in the conference standings. It was a heck of an effort. (AP Photo/Jeff Swinger), UCLA forward Adem Bona dunks over Utah center Keba Keita, left, as Utah forward Bostyn Holt looks on during the second half on Thursday night in Salt Lake City. "I think for us, we can win a game in different ways and thats why were confident we can beat anyone," Jaquez says about this season's Bruins. Every Sunday, she cooks a large meal for her family, who pop in and out to say hello and eat. I think weve got a lot of different options and thats led us to become more athletic this season. 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. If I was an NBA scout and I asked you what you will bring to an organization at the next level, whats your answer? Arizona driven to deal UCLA first home loss in top-10 showdown My dad (Jaime Sr.) taught me about John Wooden. Zach Edey (Purdue) But he still laments the game's old rules. 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 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. Except, this was no usual rim; it was less than a foot wide, much smaller than the 18-inch width of a regulation-sized cylinder. But he can do it.". I was a left-handed hitter, but I threw right. Drew Timme (Gonzaga) He just always makes great decisions for us. He has totaled 72 assists and 55 turnovers and ranks second on the team with 44 steals (averaging 1.5 steals per game). When Gabriela hit a 3-pointer late in the third quarter, Jaime Jaquez Jr. -- the UCLA men's basketball star and her older brother -- stood up, pumped his fist and high-fived his friends. I listen to him and his teammates talk about the game, and I try to see what I can learn from that.. Thats why I wear No. What would it mean to you to be the second? The pride in those moments permeates the Jaquez family's bond. The highlights included what looked like a Bailey trapeze act given the way he flew toward the basket for a put-back dunk that had his teammates flapping towels on the bench in celebration. "She's doing a great job," Jaime . (AP Photo/Jeff Swinger), Utah guard Marco Anthony drives against UCLA guard Dylan Andrews during the second half on Thursday night in Salt Lake City. Id say thats a pretty fun childhood. Your e-mail address will be used to confirm your account. Surrounded by her family, she embraced her father and put her head on his shoulder in comfort. While a meaningless game could have been hard for some to get up for, Jaquez made the most of his minutes. (AP Photo/Jeff Swinger), UCLA coach Mick Cronin gestures from the sidelines during the first half of their game against Utah on Thursday night in Salt Lake City. 4 UCLA held off a late Utah rally to win 78-71 and inch closer to their first Pac-12 regular season title since 2013. I think of all of the AAU games and practices they drove me to throughout California, and all of the hours they put in. "I love representing a country and representing a culture of something bigger than myself as well," he said. Well eat and talk about the game. 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. All rights reserved. each comment to let us know of rule violations. Jaquez, who was UCLAs only effective offensive player in the second half, made a 3-pointer with 1:03 remaining to seal the win just moments after Campbell made a 3 from the corner. UCLA Destroys Hapless San Jose State as Jaime Jaquez Stars As the game went on, Hill also had 4 nice assists and shot a game-high 12 free throws to finish tied with Jaquez for the team high of 18 points. My dad was extremely supportive of my dream, and he knew that I was better than the average Joe just by watching me in little league reg games. 6 Stanford 69-65 in the Pac-12 tournament semifinals, https://apnews.com/hub/college-basketball, https://apnews.com/hub/ap-top-25-college-basketball-poll, Guest commentary: End of Texas' open beaches might be near, Long-voyage Carnival ship to sail from Galveston, New Port Bolivar-Galveston ferry to shore up aged fleet, Man slain in League City a longtime teacher, coach, Second store in Galveston County enters fights against opioid overdoses, Galveston police reviewing whether patrol unit hit crash victim, Biz Buzz: Main St. Start your morning with the top headlines each day. Marcos is there now too. 8 Arizona on Saturday Night, No. Ball security is massive for us. During the Mexican Revolution from 1910 to 1920, a few battles were fought in the Mexican towns just across the border from Arizonan border settlements. Its a pretty cool deal, Jaime said. He wants to be known as a Bruins legend first. UCLA's Jaime Jaquez Jr. hopeful for matchup vs. North - ABC News The 6-foot-7 guard/forward led his team in scoring and rebounding as the fourth-ranked . 4 UCLA Posts 79-61 Victory Against Arizona State, Clark Among 10 Semifinalists for National Defensive Award, No. Jaime Jaquez Jr. - Wikipedia The family visits help them recharge during a long and busy season. 20 Colorado 61-49 to earn a berth in the Pac-12 Conference championship game for the This offseason, Jaquez opted to . UCLA's Jaime Jaquez Jr. expected to play against North Carolina Submitting this form below will send a message to your email with a link to change your password. Jaime loves UCLA and has been a mentor for my daughter to show whats required of being a student. Freshman guard Amari Bailey added 19 points and senior guard Tyger Campbell . Your e-mail address will be used to confirm your account. The deal is perhaps the biggest expression of the Jaquez's legacy. ICYMI is a weekly newsletter highlighting stories from the past week. (AP Photo/Jeff Swinger), UCLA guard Tyger Campbell shoots as Utah guard Wilguens Junior Exacte, left, defends during the first half on Thursday night in Salt Lake City. The best piece of advice came from my dad, and its actually something that he got by reading Coach Wooden: Be quick, but not in a hurry. "We're both competitive," Jaime Jr. said to ESPN of his sister's reaction to what she considered a disappointing performance, despite also picking up nine rebounds. 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). Get an email notification whenever someone contributes to the discussion. Note: Jaquez had ankle surgery following last season, which hampered his ability to work out with pro teams. 8 Arizona Wildcats after Jaime Jaquez Jr. scored 26 points in UCLA's 79-61 win against the Arizona State Sun Devils. The game was never in jeopardy, Cronin said, despite Utahs late runs. 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. Jaquez was ranked 87th in the 2019 recruiting rankings. At the head of one of the tables sat Ezequiel and Gloria, Jaime Jr. and Gabriela's grandparents. 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. The first word I want them to say is "legacy." It was an absolute dream come true. Jaquez scored 17 of his 23 points in the second half to help the Bruins hold on for a 78-71 win. 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. Stanfords first nine possessions ended in futile fashion. Keep posts to 75 words or less. (Photo courtesy of Los Angeles Dodgers). Copyright 2023 ESPN Internet Ventures. Azuolas Tubelis (Arizona) Its extremely busy, but were proud of all of them, Jaime Sr. said. A screen by teammate David Singleton had cleared a tempting path to the basket. Sometimes, they bring their friends and show them how to put ranch on their favorite pizza slices. My guys have faith in me that Im going to make the right play every time down the stretch.. (AP Photo/Jeff Swinger), Utah center Branden Carlson shoots over UCLA forward Kenneth Nwuba during the first half on Thursday night in Salt Lake City. "I didn't want to leave and go to a new school and meet a bunch of people. 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. Ive learned more about being a consumer and what it means to sell to people. An email message containing instructions on how to reset your password has been sent to the e-mail address listed on your account. Low 64F. Receive the latest Dear Abby column in your inbox each morning. But they'll see them in between visits, too. 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. Receive Laura Elder's Biz Buzz direct to your inbox every Sunday. I just wanted to play with them and see what I could do. 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. "It was basketball and life goals. Jaime Jaquez Jr., Tyger Campbell step . It was midday Taco Bell for us, then after that, it was back to the courts for more hoops. At Toppers Pizza in Camarillo, members of the Jaquez family took up two large tables as they passed a collection of pizzas -- creamy garlic chicken, chicken ranch dijon and hot honey -- between them. To look back and know I achieved those goals still working on my brothers, right?". Going into Saturdays regular-season finale against No. FILE - UCLA forward Gabriela Jaquez (23) shoots against South Carolina guard Brea Beal during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in Columbia, S.C., Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2022. Armando Bacot (North Carolina) I was just waiting for an opportunity. 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). Without their guards, Saunders was a pleasant surprise, but it didnt matter because UCLA shot so well early and held Carlson in check. I can tell you this much, I can be a winner for your organization. The Utes played without their starting backcourt of Rollie Worster and Gabe Madsen, who are both injured. He then became a local high school coach who helped Marion Jones, the former Olympic gold medalist and former North Carolina women's basketball standout, develop her game. My guys have faith in me that Im going to make the right play every time down the stretch.. A 6-foot-7 guard/forward from Camarillo, Calif., Jaquez Jr. has led the Bruins in scoring (17.0 ppg) and rebounding (8.0 rpg) through the team's first 29 games of the season. The weekly shuffle also comes with balancing the highs and lows competing inevitably brings -- like celebrating Jaime Jr.'s excellent performance against Denver and consoling Gabriela hours later. UCLA had rolled off the games first 17 points while making all eight shots. The Weeknd. An email message containing instructions on how to reset your password has been sent to the e-mail address listed on your account. Our transition has gotten a lot better. Whats the best piece of advice you have ever gotten? It helps that it was her dream school. "I remember telling all the other players before I got to UCLA: Listen guys, when I get here, Im making sure that UCLA is back on the map. StubHub Ticket Market Place, UCLA's Jaquez Jr. Jaime Jaquez Jr., Tyger Campbell step it up as No. 4 UCLA holds off Utah 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. LOS ANGELES (AP) Jaime Jaquez Jr. is having the type of senior season at UCLA most players dream about. I made it clear to him that it was my dream to reach the NBA, and he and my mom couldnt have been more supportive of it. After Hours Tour. 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 beyond the arc. Your account has been registered, and you are now logged in. I played first base and was a pitcher, too. I want them to say that he left a legacy here. Jaquez played 37 minutes, Campbell 36 and Bailey 32, numbers that Cronin regretted even after his team posted its third consecutive victory. 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 Jaime Jaquez Jr. #4 of the UCLA Bruins reacts after getting fouled with Johnny Juzang of the UCLA Bruins during the second half against the Marquette. Get the latest local and national sports headlines deliveredto your inbox every morning. Los Angeles; Thursday, 9 p.m. EST. Ive been learning a lot, and theres still a lot to learn, she said. Bistro makes a move; The Anchor ends seawall suspense, Grand jury indicts second defendant in Galveston doctor's death, Seguin man pleads guilty in island doctor Nancy Hughes' death, Former Galveston postal worker sentenced for mail obstruction, Mardi Gras celebrations come to an end with Fat Tuesday parade, First weekend of Mardi Gras in full swing, Good times roll on at Mardi Gras! This is the name that will be used to identify you within the system. 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. The other MVP was fellow Bruins freshman Kiki Rice. Hes going to learn. Stand behind what you post. Now, back to basketball. Be brief. UCLA: The Bruins took what the Utes gave them, so they consistently scored from the mid-range. The game against the Wildcats will feature a matchup of the two favorites for player of the year. (AP Photo/Jeff Swinger), Utah guard Marco Anthony looks to pass the ball as UCLA guard Jaylen Clark defends during the second half on Thursday night in Salt Lake City. Thats massive. Jaime Jaquez Jr. slams home big dunk. We have a good team capable of winning games.. 49.2k Followers, 977 Following, 103 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Jaime Jaquez Jr (@trippplej) I usually go once or twice a year. Seven turnovers and two missed shots later, the Cardinal remained scoreless. They were some things tonight hes got to do better, but he really sparked us on the offensive end, Smith said. Its just so many things to get in when youve got all these freshmen, just so much to teach, Cronin said. Hes an everyday guy, thats why. : bit.ly/23alm-68. The projected All-American (17.3 PPG, 7.9 RPG) this season has already led the Bruins to the top of the Pac-12 and has them well-positioned to make up for the loss to North Carolina in the Sweet 16 a year ago. I feel like my teammates believe in me.. Jaquez quickly became integral to the Bruins' success, helping guide his team to seven NCAA Tournament wins over the last two seasons, including a Final Four appearance in 2021. 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. The thing about Coach is that he never gives in, never quits on us. I love my friends. That was a great way to come out and just put our foot on their neck, Bailey said. "I just wanted to make sure that they won first and I wanted them to go through the steps," he said. It also has dramatically improved his standing in a two-man race for Pac-12 player of the year, along with Arizona's Azuolas Tubelis. 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. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission.
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