Gabriela confesses she also picked UCLA because she wanted to stay close to those she loves. Jaquez finished with 27 points on 12-for-17 shooting to help UCLA (6-2 overall, 1-0 Pac-12) make 59.3% of its shots and withstand a slipshod second half in which it committed 13 turnovers, Bruins fans finally exhaling with an eight-clap with about 11/2 minutes left. 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. Honestly, it felt amazing and it was crazy because I envisioned it, Saunders said. Now, back to basketball. (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. I know the mens and womens teams have become closer because my son and daughter hang out and talk more, so I think thats been pretty cool., AP college basketball: https://apnews.com/hub/college-basketball and https://apnews.com/hub/ap-top-25-college-basketball-poll and https://twitter.com/AP_Top25. Jaquez's ankle has been the biggest storyline heading into Friday's matchup, and Bruins coach Mick Cronin says he is 'going to try'. Please log in, or sign up for a new account and purchase a subscription to read or post comments. Start your morning with the top headlines each day. 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. lewd, racist or sexually-oriented language. Lets turn to your classmate and point guard, Tyger Campbell (12.2 PPG, 4.8 APG). "I didn't want to leave and go to a new school and meet a bunch of people. How did you fall in love with basketball? "She doesn't just get the rebounds in her area; she gets the tough ones. Every Sunday, she cooks a large meal for her family, who pop in and out to say hello and eat. When you have Jaime and Tyger, its easy to be confident.. Bruins (25-8) upset No. Invalid password or account does not exist. His sister, Gabriela, is having a solid season for the 19th-ranked Bruins womens basketball team. 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. Very few guys in college basketball can score without the offense. An email message containing instructions on how to reset your password has been sent to the e-mail address listed on your account. Weve been among the top teams in the fewest turnovers (this year, 17th nationally with just 10.4 turnovers per game). Marcos is there now too. Having a little sister around, you dont really appreciate that when youre in high school. that is degrading to another person. (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. Clear skies. Freshman guard Amari Bailey added 19 points and senior guard Tyger Campbell . The US Basketball Writers Association revealed the 15-man late season watch list for the Oscar Robertson Trophy on Thursday, and UCLA men's basketball guard/forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. made the cut. If I was an NBA scout and I asked you what you will bring to an organization at the next level, whats your answer? Well, growing up I played football, soccer, golf, baseball and basketball. Don't use obscene, vulgar, The Weeknd. 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. A couple of hours later, Jaime had 14 points and seven rebounds in UCLAs victory over Sacramento State. I think it would be eye-opening for people in Mexico to understand that if you follow your dream, it can happen. 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. Speaking of the place UCLA was in, why did you bet on this place considering their struggles before your time there? Our program is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of former student-athlete Jalen Hill. Keep it clean. Despite the disappointing game, Gabriela is an improving young player who was recruited to become an anchor for the Bruins. My guys have faith in me that Im going to make the right play every time down the stretch.. But it's a familiar grind. 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. names allowed. 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. To be on the mound where legends have been and do that was so, so cool. Were not into moral victories but really, really proud of the way they played today, Utah coach Craig Smith said. We started with no one coming to our games, no one even wanting to, everyone overlooking us. That was always my mindset from the beginning and I was not going to think any other way. Its really our versatility and ability to switch and move defensively. First off, I love reading philosophy. Its extremely busy, but were proud of all of them, Jaime Sr. said. Antoine Davis (Detroit) The 2023 Oscar Robertson Trophy will be presented by its namesake at the upcoming NCAA Final Four in Houston. He committed to UCLA in 2018 when the program was at one of its lowest points after firing Steve Alford less than a week before the start of conference play. 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. 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. Arizona basketball coach Tommy Lloyd discusses his team's "game-by-game" approach, sharing that as an answer to how the Wildcats have . 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. I am elite in Mario Super Smash Bros. Im also a surfer, skateboarder and snowboarder, but snowboardings kind of hard out in L.A. "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. You talk about your dad showing you what UCLA was all about. The Cardinal couldnt even get the ball past halfcourt on its next possession. 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. That, or the nachos supreme was my order. I would say yes, due to my circumstances. He has totaled 72 assists and 55 turnovers and ranks second on the team with 44 steals (averaging 1.5 steals per game). This story originally appeared in Los Angeles Times. If it doesn't, then what are we really here for?" But the Jaquez family's only previous McDonald's All-American, and its most competitive member, didn't seem to observe her brother's reaction or that of her household being in the stands, and leapt back on defense.Basketball highlights are the norm for the Jaquez family. (AP Photo/Jeff Swinger), Utah guard Wilguens Junior Exacte celebrates a play during the second half of their game against UCLA on Thursday night in Salt Lake City. Maxx Flash Deal: Get 100GB, unlimited local outgoing calls and 2GB Roaming Data. "But I also like to think I want to be remembered as a great basketball player, and not just a great Mexican basketball player. Jaime was expected to be one of UCLAs leaders at the start of the season. Wether they were the most important, most read or most talked about we want to make sure you read them. That was a great way to come out and just put our foot on their neck, Bailey said. Im a grand master when it comes to chess. 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. The 6-foot-7 guard/forward led his team in scoring and rebounding as the fourth-ranked . (AP Photo/Jeff Swinger), UCLA guard Jaime Jaquez Jr. shoots as Utah guard Marco Anthony defends during the second half on Thursday night in Salt Lake City. The more immediate task is preparing for Saturdays game, which will also be Jaquezs final game in Pauley Pavilion. 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. Invalid password or account does not exist. (Photo courtesy of Scott Chandler/UCLA). Jaime Sr. continued in his father's footsteps, playing college basketball at Concordia University in Irvine, California, where he met Angela, his wife, who also played college basketball. Use of this website (including any and all parts and components) constitutes your acceptance of these, MLB 26-and-under power rankings: No. "I was in basketball camp in fourth grade and they just had us write down our goals," she said. We have a good team capable of winning games.. 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. When you have Jaime and Tyger, its easy to be confident.. I love cooking up beats on garage band, too. Without their guards, Saunders was a pleasant surprise, but it didnt matter because UCLA shot so well early and held Carlson in check. It's more than a tradition; it's a legacy Gabriela and Jaime Jr. have cherished. But that he left it in a better place from where he found it. 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. I want them to say that he left a legacy here. But that's not his focus. (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. Since college hoops season, if I make a visit it comes in the summertime. 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. All rights reserved. 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. It was then that the Bruins turned to a savvy friend to get them through the tough times. The pride in those moments permeates the Jaquez family's bond. It was a layup drill.. 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. Your purchase was successful, and you are now logged in. Its eye-opening for a lot of people and I know how much it means to Mexico to see the growth in basketball. But Jaquez came up with baskets when the Bruins needed them most. 21 Bruins persevere for an 80-66 victory in their Pac-12 Conference opener after having scored the games first 17 points. Edit yourself. 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. All rights reserved. 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. The Bruins (26-4, 17-2 Pac . 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. Not a lot of people can say that. Tyler Kolek (Marquette) 24. More than a dozen relatives travel back and forth between Pauley Pavilion and their hometown of Camarillo, California, 45 miles northwest of Westwood, in support of the talented siblings -- including younger brother Marcos, a basketball player and budding football prospect at Camarillo High School. UCLA guard Tyger Campbell drives as Utah guard Lazar Stefanovic defends during the first half on Thursday night in Salt Lake City. In high school, I could do whatever I wanted. Receive the daily weather forecast and the weekly outlook in your inbox each morning. It sure sounds like it. He wore ripped jeans and a flannel shirt, and plopped down in the front row as fans whispered to one another about 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 I think she just has a winning attitude. Jaime Jaquez Jr. finishes with 26 points as UCLA defeats Arizona State 79-61 to keep their bid for a top seed in the NCAA tournament very much alive. This is the name that will be used to identify you within the system. Kendric Davis (Memphis) 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). Low 64F. Real names required. Jalen Pickett (Penn State) (AP Photo/Jeff Swinger), Utah center Branden Carlson, right, grabs for a rebound in front of UCLA forward Adem Bona during the first half on Thursday night in Salt Lake City. Selected to Wooden Award National Ballot, No. 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. I couldnt ask for two better parents. UCLA's Jaime Jaquez Jr. practices on Thursday in . Although, Id head back there if they want to do an NIL deal (laughs). 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 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. Your real name will be displayed next to your photo for comments, blog posts, and more! Receive the latest Dear Abby column in your inbox each morning. If you forget it, you'll be able to recover it using your email address. Winds ESE at 5 to 10 mph.. Clear skies. Gloria is the matriarch who has helped the family remain tight. Jaime Jaquez Jr. scored 27 points to help No. But I don't feel any pressure. The Bruins are 16-0 on their home court. I wouldn't want to do it with anybody else. 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. Jaime Jaquez Jr. scored 17 of his 23 points in the second half and Tyger Campbell added 18 to lift No. I know I'm on my own path. Jaquez scored 17 of his 23 points in the second half to help the Bruins hold on for a 78-71 win. 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! And our team, both of our teams, were really, really good.". On the other hand, Im very low-key and mellow, but man, shes got an attitude and confidence. Earlier this year, Russell (Stong) and I were playing pickup soccer with the womens soccer team, who won the national championship. (AP Photo/Jeff Swinger), UCLA guard Jaime Jaquez Jr. shoots as Utah center Branden Carlson, left and guard Lazar Stefanovic defend during the first half on Thursday night in Salt Lake City. It was definitely a thought. I just wanted to play with them and see what I could do. Notifications from this discussion will be disabled. "When I was really young, I just thought everyone comes to your games and supports [you], but then as I got older, I realized that's not the case for everybody," Jaime Jr. said. 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. Thats what we got in mind, Jacquez said. Create a password that only you will remember. I was just waiting for an opportunity. 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. 4 UCLA to a 78-71 win over Utah on Thursday night. UCLA, with a three-game league lead over USC and Arizona, will return to action against Arizona State (20-9, 11-7) this Thursday evening at 6 p.m. (PT). It came from Mamba. I try to get out there as much as I can to visit family. UCLA had rolled off the games first 17 points while making all eight shots. UCLA is 23- when it . 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. Our ball movement in the first half was as good as its been since Ive been here side to side, Cronin said. The Bruins won, but Gabriela scored just the three points. Well eat and talk about the game. 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. 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. And I said, 'Get an offer from UCLA,' 'Get a scholarship,' 'Be nicer to my brothers' and 'Make a left-handed layup.' "Gabriela Jaquez is just all heart," UCLA women's coach Cori Close said. Id say thats a pretty fun childhood. BOTTOM LINE: Arizona State visits No. Low 64F. 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. Note: A Spanish version of this story can be read here. Si quieres personalizar tus opciones, haz clic en Gestionar configuracin de privacidad. The rise of Jaime Jr. and Gabriela is a testament to the support and love that surrounds them and the sacrifices made before they were born. Start your morning with the top headlines each day. 8 Arizona Wildcats after Jaime Jaquez Jr. scored 26 points in UCLA's 79-61 win against the Arizona State Sun Devils. One of the highlights for both came on Nov. 7 when UCLA held a rare basketball doubleheader for the season opener. 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. Plan your fishing trips with Capt. We caught up with the Bruins superstar last week following practice for our latest FOX College Hoops Q&A. She cares only about what it's going to take for our team to win.". Its the Dodgers. Were moving a lot faster up and down the floor. It helps that it was her dream school. They were some things tonight hes got to do better, but he really sparked us on the offensive end, Smith 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. It's a really cool dynamic. 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. "Jaime is a big-time player. Alright, speaking of music, whats the best concert youve ever been to? (AP Photo/Jeff Swinger), UCLA forward Mac Etienne shoots as Utah forward Bostyn Holt defends during the first half on Thursday night in Salt Lake City. He is also a two-time member of the Pac-12 All-Defensive Team. Ive been able to learn a lot during this time. LOS ANGELES (AP) Jaime Jaquez Jr. is having the type of senior season at UCLA most players dream about. Note: Jaquez had ankle surgery following last season, which hampered his ability to work out with pro teams. 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. At the head of one of the tables sat Ezequiel and Gloria, Jaime Jr. and Gabriela's grandparents. I love getting out and playing soccer. I love my friends. Even bigger than Jaime Jr. playing for Mexico at the 2019 Pan American Games in Lima, Peru. Learning about him, and all the championships he won, made me want to be a part of UCLA. The first word I want them to say is "legacy." We won't share it with anyone else. 15d; 0:19. Joe Kent's Reel Report every evening. Thats who he is. All rights reserved. Winds ESE at 5 to 10 mph. The stars were Shabazz Muhammad, Larry Drew II and Kyle Anderson, the Bruins edging Oregon by one game in the conference standings. I cant eat it like that anymore. "We're all just people at the end of the day. Were not into moral victories but really, really proud of the way they played today, Utah coach Craig Smith said. It was a heck of an effort. Hours earlier, Jaime Jr. had scored in double figures, on the same court, also in front of his family.
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