Receive an email notification each time resident weather expert Stan Blazyk writes a new article. 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. 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. I am his little sister. SoFi Stadium. 23 Chicago White Sox. Marcos is there now too. When Stanfords Brandon Angel rose for a three-pointer with 41/2 minutes left Thursday night, a UCLA lead that had once stood at 23 points was down to eight and the tension inside the old building was palpable. Its been great, man. A lot of us are rushing and want to make the extra pass, especially for me. Jaquez was ranked 87th in the 2019 recruiting rankings. "He's become an elite scorer in college basketball," UCLA men's head coach Mick Cronin said. We were always going to the park when I was growing up, and summers were the best. Be aware. Jaquez said the most important part of the game-opening spurt was what the Bruins did defensively. I prepare myself to be in these situations, Jaquez said. Utah center Branden Carlson (35) drives to the basket against UCLA forward Adem Bona (3) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game Thursday, Feb. 23, 2023, in Salt Lake City. (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. UCLA guard Jaime Jaquez Jr., right, steals the ball from Sacramento State forward Akol Mawein during the first half of the Bruins' 76-50 season-opening win Monday night at Pauley Pavilion. Utah center Branden Carlson (35) drives to the basket against UCLA forward Adem Bona (3) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game Thursday, Feb. 23, 2023, in Salt Lake City. 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. 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. Arizona State guard Luther Muhammad (1) shoots against UCLA guard Jaime Jaquez Jr. (24) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game Thursday, March 2, 2023, in Los Angeles. 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. The Bruins won, but Gabriela scored just the three points. Don't threaten. 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 use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. But Im older now and starting to get a little bit more wisdom. I came here on a mission, and that was to restore UCLA to glory. I was just waiting for an opportunity. This is the name that will be used to identify you within the system. National championship. Jaime loves UCLA and has been a mentor for my daughter to show whats required of being a student. (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. The massive early run and all those turnovers UCLA forced were not going to lead to the easy evening the Bruins once envisioned. What kind of impact have your parents had on you? Through group texts, it is collectively decided who will attend which game and when. Maxx Flash Deal: Get 100GB, unlimited local outgoing calls and 2GB Roaming Data. First off, I love reading philosophy. and may be republished in print. Things like that. Hes going to learn. (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. He just always makes great decisions for us. It was incredible. 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. $15 M1 Maxx SIM-only plan with 100GB Forever. Jaquez thinks this team can go even further. More help could be on the way soon. What made you want to play for Mick Cronin? The Bruins (26-4, 17-2 Pac . Please log in, or sign up for a new account and purchase a subscription to read or post comments. Population Growth by County, 2000-2007. I try to get out there as much as I can to visit family. Be nice. Zach Edey (Purdue) Watch his March Madness highlights here.Watch highlights, game recaps and much more from the NCAA Division I mens and womens basketball tournaments on the official NCAA March Madness YouTube channel. She cares only about what it's going to take for our team to win.". 4 UCLA hosts the No. UCLA's Jaime Jaquez Jr. practices on Thursday in . The Bruins held a 50-29 halftime lead after shooting 62.9% to Stanfords 43.5% and forcing nine Cardinal turnovers. 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. But I don't feel any pressure. (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. 2023 College Basketball Power Rankings: Which teams can take advantage of the chaos? 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! The key was to disrupt their offense, not let them run their sets, Jaquez said. But his focus was solely on the freshman forward on the floor for UCLA. Right now, Juan Toscano-Anderson of the Lakers is the only player of Mexican descent playing in the NBA. I dont think about anything else. Thats massive. Thats why I wear No. Thats what we got in mind, Jacquez said. His play in recent weeks has enhanced his legacy on a team with national championship aspirations. 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. 4 UCLA Posts 79-61 Victory Against Arizona State, Clark Among 10 Semifinalists for National Defensive Award, No. My guys have faith in me that Im going to make the right play every time down the stretch.. Although, Id head back there if they want to do an NIL deal (laughs). 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. 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. The Bruins are 16-0 on their home court. But Jaquez came up with baskets when the Bruins needed them most. Not a lot of people can say that. The game was never in jeopardy, Cronin said, despite Utahs late runs. Kendric Davis (Memphis) My parents got me involved in the sport, and I remember instantly loving the competitiveness of it. It sure sounds like it. 21 Bruins persevere for an 80-66 victory in their Pac-12 Conference opener after having scored the games first 17 points. Freshman guard Amari Bailey added 19 points and senior guard Tyger Campbell tallied 17 points and eight assists for the Bruins, who held the Cardinal (3-5, 0-1) to 45.3% shooting and 17 turnovers. Hours previously, Jaime Jr. had scored in double figures, on the . LOS ANGELES For the briefest of moments as he dribbled on the wing, UCLA's Jaime Jaquez Jr. saw an opening. 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. A couple of hours later, Jaime had 14 points and seven rebounds in UCLAs victory over Sacramento State. 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But the Jaquez family's only former McDonald's All-American, and its most competitive member, didn't seem to notice her brother's reaction or that of her family sitting in the stands, and jumped back on defense. What would be your emotions if you brought home UCLAs first national championship since 1995? 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,. Its extremely busy, but were proud of all of them, Jaime Sr. said. He wore ripped jeans and a flannel shirt, and plopped down in the front row as fans whispered to one another about him. I think it would be eye-opening for people in Mexico to understand that if you follow your dream, it can happen. It was a heck of an effort. Jaime is a big-time player. Jaquez scored 17 of his 23 points in the second half and Tyger Campbell added 18 to lift fourth-ranked UCLA to a 78-71 victory over Utah on Thursday night. Invalid password or account does not exist. Jaime Jaquez Jr. helps No. I think it's a really cool opportunity if we can capitalize on that. $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 . 20d; 0:31. Winds ESE at 5 to 10 mph.. Clear skies. Weve been among the top teams in the fewest turnovers (this year, 17th nationally with just 10.4 turnovers per game). It was right by my house growing up so that made it convenient. To look back and know I achieved those goals still working on my brothers, right?". The first word I want them to say is "legacy." 4 UCLA to a 78-71 win over Utah on Thursday night. Were not into moral victories but really, really proud of the way they played today, Utah coach Craig Smith said. 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. In high school, I could do whatever I wanted. 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. Jaime Jaquez Jr. (/ h a m e h k z /, HY-may HAH-kez; born February 18, 2001) is a Mexican American college basketball player for the UCLA Bruins of the Pac-12 Conference.He has earned two all-conference selections in the Pac-12, including first-team honors as a junior in 2022. Its always on my mind because were this close to the moment and weve been close before. Going into Saturdays regular-season finale against No. My dad (Jaime Sr.) taught me about John Wooden. The Wildcats are 14-5 in Pac-12 play. You were originally recruited by Steve Alford and committed to the Bruins when he was the coach. 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. Let me put it this way: I didnt bet on UCLA. What was it like throwing out the ceremonial first pitch at Dodger Stadium? Hes an everyday guy, thats why. Throughout the revolution, Don't use obscene, vulgar, The game was never in jeopardy, Cronin said, despite Utahs late runs. Freshman guard/forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. has Mexican heritage on his father's side and spent time competing with Team Mexico at the Pan American Games in the summer of 2019. Thats something I would take great pride in. Winds ESE at 5 to 10 mph.. Clear skies. Thats huge to me and really is something that I want to make happen. Its eye-opening for a lot of people and I know how much it means to Mexico to see the growth in basketball. Dont knowingly lie about anyone or Get the latest local and national sports headlines deliveredto your inbox every morning. Follow him on Twitter @John_Fanta. Jaime is a big-time player. 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? More . "I didn't want to leave and go to a new school and meet a bunch of people. 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. Low 64F. He wants to be known as a Bruins legend first. 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. But that he left it in a better place from where he found it. "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. 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. Gabriela had 10 points and six rebounds in her first college game as the Bruins beat Cal-Poly. National championship. Juan (Toscano-Anderson) is already there, and hes holding it down, having won an NBA championship with the Warriors. (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. Chiu - freelancer, FR170512 AP, Jaquez siblings helping UCLA men, women succeed on court, Jaime Jaquez Jr. is having the type of senior season at UCLA most players dream about. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission. The decision made waves within the Jaquez family, who still have roots in Mexico, including relatives living in Guadalajara. Azuolas Tubelis (Arizona) It's the foundation of their unity. I think for us, we can win a game in different ways and thats why were confident we can beat anyone. Green counties grew faster than the national average, while purple counties grew more slowly or, in a few cases, lost population. 4 UCLA to a 78-71 win over Utah on Thursday night. 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. But that's not his focus. Everything was a downer from there, Jordan Adams breaking his foot in the Pac-12 tournament and coach Ben Howland getting fired after . The 2023 Oscar Robertson Trophy will be presented by its namesake at the upcoming NCAA Final Four in Houston. 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. Notifications from this discussion will be disabled. All rights reserved. A 6-foot-7 guard/forward from Camarillo . "To be on the mound where legends have been and do that was so, so cool," Jaquez said. Jaime Jaquez Jr. makes a nice move for the layup. Purdue center Zach Edey and reigning winner Oscar Tshiebwe of Kentucky were among the 15 finalists named Saturday for the Wooden Award as the best men's college basketball player. We all knew each other and spent a ton of time together. Mar 2, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; UCLA Bruins guard Jaime Jaquez Jr. (24) moves to the basket against the Arizona State Sun Devils during the second half at Pauley Pavilion. I just wanted to play with them and see what I could do. My guys have faith in me that Im going to make the right play every time down the stretch.. Create a password that only you will remember. (AP Photo/Jeff Swinger), UCLA guard Jaime Jaquez Jr. celebrates after making a 3-point shot during the second half of their game against Utah on Thursday night in Salt Lake City. LOS ANGELES (AP) Jaime Jaquez Jr. is having the type of senior season at UCLA most players dream about. She smiled when showing off the pictures of the gathering, particularly one: More than 100 members, including Jaime Jr., Gabriela and others from California, standing in front of a church she once attended as a youth. (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. We dont get to a Final Four and Sweet 16 without him. Follow your favorites to personalize your FOX Sports experience, Follow your favorites to get information about games, news and more, FOX SPORTS, SPEED, SPEED.COM & 2023 Fox Media LLC and Fox Sports Interactive Media, LLC. I was just waiting for an opportunity. 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. "Jaime is a big . If the way the Bruins unleashed it in the first half is any indication, theyre quick learners. Cuando utilizas nuestros sitios y aplicaciones, usamos. Your real name will be displayed next to your photo for comments, blog posts, and more! 4 UCLA looking to continue its three-game road winning streak. This offseason, Jaquez opted to . (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. 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It's a really cool dynamic. 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. 0. The Utes played without their starting backcourt of Rollie Worster and Gabe Madsen, who are both injured. I love cooking up beats on garage band, too. Jaquez poured in 12.3 points and 6.1 rebounds-per-game that season, then averaged 13.9 PPG last year. All rights reserved. Kris Murray (Iowa) 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). "His Spanish got better," Gloria joked. She's so blue-collar and willing to do whatever. 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. LOS ANGELES -- Jaime Jaquez Jr. is having the type of senior season at UCLA most players dream about. Theyve meant a lot and have been very supportive from the start. It came from Mamba. The pride in those moments permeates the Jaquez family's bond. 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. mostrar anuncios y contenido personalizados basados en perfiles de inters; medir la efectividad de los anuncios y el contenido personalizados, y. desarrollar y mejorar nuestros productos y servicios. We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. LAS VEGAS (AP) Charlisse Leger-Walker scored 15 points and seventh-seeded Washington State stunned No. On teammate Tyger Campbell, Jaquez says: "We dont get to a Final Four and Sweet 16 without him.". Si quieres personalizar tus opciones, haz clic en Gestionar configuracin de privacidad. 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. 8 Arizona Wildcats after Jaime Jaquez Jr. scored 26 points in UCLA's 79-61 win against the Arizona State Sun Devils. On the other hand, Im very low-key and mellow, but man, shes got an attitude and confidence. Your account has been registered, and you are now logged in. She was the 19th-ranked player in the Class of 2023 and co-MVP of last years McDonalds All-American game. Shes very different from me off the court. Speaking of the place UCLA was in, why did you bet on this place considering their struggles before your time there? Choose wisely! Jaime Jaquez Jr. (UCLA) The other MVP was fellow Bruins freshman Kiki Rice. Every Sunday, she cooks a large meal for her family, who pop in and out to say hello and eat. BOTTOM LINE: No. You see the game, and its getting to be a lot more international. Arizonas Azuolas Tubelis leads the conference in scoring and rebounding and could become the first Pac-12 player since Cals Leon Powe in 2006 to lead in both categories at the end of the season. UCLA: The Bruins took what the Utes gave them, so they consistently scored from the mid-range. The 6-foot-7 guard/forward led his team in scoring and rebounding as the fourth-ranked . I would play baseball. (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. 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. Hes the one who makes all of that happen. A 10-second violation continued a procession of turnovers that made it seem as if Stanford had never faced a full-court press. "The whole community, because they have their friends, they played with them on our team. Joe Kent's Reel Report every evening. 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. And it's good for our family. There is a Jaquez family rule: no matter who plays, or where they play, a member of the family is in the stands. The Weeknd. Jaquez thinks this team can go even further. "I just wanted to make sure that they won first and I wanted them to go through the steps," he said. It has been a great season so far for No. Jaime Jaquez Jr. scored 27 points to help No. Jaime Jaquez Jr. scored 23 points as No. 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. After Hours Tour. Utah center Keba . We grew up in a small community that was really close-knit. All posts are property of The Daily News We have a good team capable of winning games.. Arizona guard Shaina Pellington (1) reacts after missing the last shot in regulation as UCLA forward Gabriela Jaquez runs by on Feb. 3 in Los Angeles. Once married, Gloria, who did not speak English then, created a thriving hair salon business in Camarillo. Receive the latest Dear Abby column in your inbox each morning. 15d; 0:19. Jaquez Jr. has shot 48.9 percent from the field and 33.3 percent from 3-point distance (26-for-78). 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