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Usually, after his games, Ill go to his apartment. College basketball history is filled with siblings who played the sport at an elite level. Gabriela adds, "I really don't care if they see me as Jaime's little sister. The Bruins are 16-0 on their home court. Well eat and talk about the game. Get the latest local and national sports headlines deliveredto your inbox every morning. It wasnt like the 6-foot-7 freshman was a top-50 recruit who was a guaranteed star. 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, . He wanted them to become versatile players but still have fun. 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. Marcus Sasser (Houston)
Despite the disappointing game, Gabriela is an improving young player who was recruited to become an anchor for the Bruins. 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. 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. I think it's a really cool opportunity if we can capitalize on that. 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. (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. I bet on myself and my ability to step into this program and lead its turnaround. Receive the most recent obituaries every afternoon. UCLA's Jaime Jaquez Jr. practices on Thursday in . How did you fall in love with basketball? What made you want to play for Mick Cronin? 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. 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. 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. If I was going to go there for school, it meant that we would have to make results happen in March. Because of the way he pushes us and works for our success, it makes you want to play even harder for him. 0. UCLA plays at Colorado on Sunday at 1 p.m. PT. I still go out and golf. That was a great way to come out and just put our foot on their neck, Bailey said. (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. How are you two alike? Everything was a downer from there, Jordan Adams breaking his foot in the Pac-12 tournament and coach Ben Howland getting fired after . 4 UCLA to Host No. Shes very sassy and thinks shes No. The other MVP was fellow Bruins freshman Kiki Rice. 4 UCLA and Jaime Jaquez Jr. Gabriela had 10 points and six rebounds in her first college game as the Bruins beat Cal-Poly. 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. 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 Low 64F. What would be your emotions if you brought home UCLAs first national championship since 1995? Id say thats a pretty fun childhood. Jaquez Jr. has shot 48.9 percent from the field and 33.3 percent from 3-point distance (26-for-78). $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 . Si quieres personalizar tus opciones, haz clic en Gestionar configuracin de privacidad. (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. Earlier this year, Russell (Stong) and I were playing pickup soccer with the womens soccer team, who won the national championship. Receive special offers from The Daily News and select partners including discounts, contests and more. Subscribe to Email Newsletters And Breaking News Alerts, Jan Kim Lim - handout one time use, UCLA Athletics, Ringo H.W. This story originally appeared in Los Angeles Times. Tyler Kolek (Marquette)
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. No more than two posts per thread It was then that the Bruins turned to a savvy friend to get them through the tough times. He has plans to improve on his 3-point shooting after . 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.. Very few guys in college basketball can score without the offense. Jaquez leads the Bruins with 7.9 boards. Zach Edey (Purdue)
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Thats something I dont ever forget and wont ever forget. It has been a great season so far for No. Ive been able to learn a lot during this time. 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. 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. Were not into moral victories but really, really proud of the way they played today, Utah coach Craig Smith said. 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. 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 sure sounds like it. 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. 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. 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. scored 17 of his 23 points in the second half and Tyger Campbell added 18 to lift No. Oh no, I had to retire it. Note: A Spanish version of this story can be read here. More help could be on the way soon. On Sunday morning, the family will quickly head to Las Vegas as the Bruins look to win the conference women's tournament for the first time since 2006. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission. It has been a great season so far for No. Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. (AP Photo/Jeff Swinger), UCLA guard David Singleton passes the ball away from Utah guard Jaxon Brenchley (5) during the second half on Thursday night in Salt Lake City. But Jaquez came up with baskets when the Bruins needed them most. The goal is to make sure everyone who plays feels supported. If it doesn't, then what are we really here for?" Receive the daily weather forecast and the weekly outlook in your inbox each morning. But that's not his focus. Well, growing up I played football, soccer, golf, baseball and basketball. I wear it for him. My guys have faith in me that Im going to make the right play every time down the stretch.. There is a Jaquez family rule: no matter who plays, or where they play, a member of the family is in the stands. After the game, she moved into the multitude of siblings, nieces, nephews, parents, aunts and uncles who awaited her in a corridor of Pauley Pavilion. When you have Jaime and Tyger, its easy to be confident.. 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Get the latest local and national sports headlines deliveredto your inbox every morning. 20 Colorado 61-49 to earn a berth in the Pac-12 Conference championship game for the 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. Create a password that only you will remember. The game did not appear headed for a dramatic finish given its lopsided start. Things like that. Jaime Jr. said he tells his sister. Weve been among the top teams in the fewest turnovers (this year, 17th nationally with just 10.4 turnovers per game). Well, now were starting to get to the hard hitters here. I prepare myself to be in these situations, Jaquez said. ICYMI is a weekly newsletter highlighting stories from the past week. She was the 19th-ranked player in the Class of 2023 and co-MVP of last years McDonalds All-American game. Hes going to learn. It was definitely a thought. 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. Receive the latest Dear Abby column in your inbox each morning. He just always makes great decisions for us. Were not into moral victories but really, really proud of the way they played today, Utah coach Craig Smith said. He is one of just two players in the Pac-12 to rank among the league's top five leaders in scoring and rebounding (along with Arizona's Azuolas Tubelis). Jaime Jaquez, Jr. goes up for a dunk at a spring tournament in California. I can tell you this much, I can be a winner for your organization. Clark and senior forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. tried to recall who was on that team. Sept. 16, 2022 10:45 a.m. UCLA men's basketball senior guard/forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. has been a cornerstone of the program since his freshman year in 2019-2020. 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. Its such a great country. 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. The 6-foot-7 guard/forward led his team in scoring and rebounding as the fourth-ranked . I was born in Irvine, and we moved to Camarillo when I was 8 years old. Winds ESE at 5 to 10 mph. 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. While a . Its been a really impactful way to learn a lot on the entertainment side of things as well as marketing and understanding what consumers want. Lorenzo Mata is a former player on the Mexican senior team and a former UCLA center who made two Final Four runs with the Bruins in 2006 and 2007. I usually go once or twice a year. But it is their commitment to their bond and heritage that has allowed them to blossom on basketball courts throughout the West Coast for decades. UCLA guard Tyger Campbell drives as Utah guard Lazar Stefanovic defends during the first half on Thursday night in Salt Lake City. 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 would say mission accomplished. 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. Start your morning with the top headlines each day. The massive early run and all those turnovers UCLA forced were not going to lead to the easy evening the Bruins once envisioned. Utah center Keba . Receive Laura Elder's Biz Buzz direct to your inbox every Sunday. 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. Please log in, or sign up for a new account and purchase a subscription to read or post comments. 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. My dad (Jaime Sr.) taught me about John Wooden. 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. What was it like throwing out the ceremonial first pitch at Dodger Stadium? Get a link to the latest e-Edition delivered to your inbox each morning. Rather, he wants his name in the UCLA rafters next to the greats, such as Bill Walton and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. The Bruins held a 50-29 halftime lead after shooting 62.9% to Stanfords 43.5% and forcing nine Cardinal turnovers. Joe Kent's Reel Report every evening. Low 64F. On teammate Tyger Campbell, Jaquez says: "We dont get to a Final Four and Sweet 16 without him.". Subscribe to Email Newsletters And Breaking News Alerts, Jaquez Jr. leads No. When you have Jaime and Tyger, its easy to be confident.. 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. The moment I touched the ball, I didnt want to stop holding it. First off, I love reading philosophy. 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.
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