Jaquez closed Thursday's 142-132 win over Indiana with 24 points (8-13 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 7-7 FT), five rebounds, one assist and one steal over 33 minutes.
It was a career-best scoring effort for the 18th overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft, as Jaquez continues to take advantage of Tyler Herro's absence due to an ankle injury. The 22-year-old wing is averaging 32.4 minutes in 11 games since Herro was sidelined, posting 16.0 points, 4.6 boards, 3.0 assists, 1.6 threes and 1.0 steals with a 53.8/46.2/90.0 shooting line that belies his status as a rookie. Herro should be back in the lineup early in December, but Jaquez doesn't figure to give up his increased role in the rotation easily.
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Heat's Jaime Jaquez: Returns to bench
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Jaquez isn't in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game versus Milwaukee, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Kevin Love will replace Jaquez in the starting lineup Tuesday. Jaquez is averaging 12.9 points, 4.4 rebounds, 2.4 assists and 1.1 steals in 28.2 minutes across his previous 10 appearances off the bench this season.
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Heat's Jaime Jaquez: Solid production continues
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Jaquez ended Saturday's 112-97 loss to the Nets with 18 points (8-15 FG, 2-3 3Pt), five rebounds, four assists and one steal across 31 minutes.
Jaquez moved into the starting lineup Saturday, replacing Jimmy Butler, who was ruled out due to an ankle injury. He ended the loss with another impressive performance, scoring double digits for the ninth time in the past 10 games. He has basically been a top-100 player over the past eight games, averaging 14.8 points per game to go with 4.9 rebounds, 2.8 assists, 1.0 steals and 1.9 three-pointers. Although his role is likely to scale back slightly when the team is healthy, Jaquez appears as though he could be a must-roster player moving forward.
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Heat's Jaime Jaquez: Moves into starting lineup
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Jaquez will move into the starting lineup Saturday against the Nets, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.
Jimmy Butler is sitting out Saturday with an ankle issue, and the fact that this is the second leg of a back-to-back may have factored into the decision. Jaquez scored 15 points in 35 minutes Friday, but he could have a lot more usage coming his way Saturday with the Heat shorthanded.
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Heat's Jaime Jaquez: Another quality performance
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Jaquez produced 19 points (8-13 FG, 3-4 3Pt), three rebounds, four assists and two steals in 33 minutes during Monday's 118-100 win over the Bulls.
Jaquez put forth an efficient and productive effort, posting the second-highest scoring output of his young career. Knocking down three triples marked a season high and boosted his average to 35.7 percent from beyond the arc this season. Jaquez's shooting development is notable progression after he connected on just 31.7 percent of 2.8 threes per game at UCLA last year.
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Heat's Jaime Jaquez: Huge workload continues
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Jaquez amassed 17 points (8-13 FG, 1-3 3Pt), five rebounds and one assist over 33 minutes during Tuesday's 111-105 victory over the Hornets.
Jaquez was Miami's fourth-leading scorer with efficient production in a well-balanced offensive attack Tuesday. He's rapidly becoming an entrusted part of the rotation, logging at least 32 minutes in three straight games. Jaquez is seventh among all rookies in win shares and appears poised to carve out a quality NBA career.
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Heat's Jaime Jaquez: Brings defensive stats in win
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Jaquez recorded 11 points (4-10 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds, three assists, three steals and one block across 32 minutes in Sunday's 118-113 win over the Spurs.
With Jimmy Butler (personal) making his return from a one-game absence, Jaquez moved to the bench and saw his usage drop from 23.9 percent in Saturday's win over the Hawks to 16.3 percent Sunday. However, due to Kyle Lowry (rest) getting the night off and Tyler Herro (ankle) and Caleb Martin (knee) remaining out, Jaquez's playing time remained fairly stable from the game before, and he was able to make up for the downturn in offense by ratcheting up his defensive production. Lowry should be back in action Tuesday in Charlotte, and though Jaquez could end up pushing below 30 minutes as a result, he should at least have a path to a consistent 20-to-25-minute role while the returns of Herro and Martin appear to be further off.
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Heat's Jaime Jaquez: Pours in 20 points in start
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Jaquez registered 20 points (8-17 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four assists, three rebounds and one steal over 38 minutes during Saturday's 117-109 win over the Hawks.
Jaquez moved into the starting lineup with Tyler Herro (ankle) and Jimmy Butler (personal) sitting out, and the rookie made the most of the opportunity by delivering the best scoring output of his young NBA career. The 22-year-old has been trending in the right direction of late, scoring in double digits in both of his last two games while putting up at least nine points in four straight. He's seemingly solidified a rotation spot at this stage, but his opportunities to hoist double-digit shots may be few and far between once Butler rejoins the lineup.
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Heat's Jaime Jaquez: Joins starting lineup
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Jaquez will start at small forward Saturday against Atlanta.
Jaquez slots into the starting lineup with Tyler Herro (ankle) and Jimmy Butler (personal) inactive. Saturday will mark Jaquez's third career start.
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Heat's Jaime Jaquez: Returns to bench
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Jaquez will come off the bench for Friday's game against the Wizards.
Kevin Love (shoulder) will return to action Friday, but the Heat are replacing Jaquez in the first unit with Haywood Highsmith. Jaquez is likely to be a key contributor with the second unit Friday evening.
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Heat's Jaime Jaquez: Coming off bench
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Jaquez isn't starting Monday's game against the Bucks, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Jaquez saw an opportunity to start in Miami's previous contest due to multiple injuries in the frontcourt, but he'll return to his usual bench role Monday evening. Jimmy Butler will slot in as the starting small forward, joined by Kevin Love at power forward and Thomas Bryant at center.
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Heat's Jaime Jaquez: Starting against Wolves
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Jaquez is in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against Minnesota, Alan Horton of the Timberwolves Radio Network reports.
The Heat will be thin in the frontcourt, so the rookie out of UCLA will make the first NBA start of his career. Jaquez has logged 27 total minutes off the bench in Miami's first two games, but he should be in line for a more prominent role in this game.
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Heat's Jaime Jaquez: Good to go
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Jaquez (groin) is available for Friday's game against the Celtics.
No surprise here, as Jaquez had a probable designation prior to the game. Barring any setbacks, look for him to be available to provide depth at forward when needed.
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Heat's Jaime Jaquez: Likely to play Friday
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Jaquez is probable for Friday's game versus the Celtics due to a groin injury, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Jaquez will likely suit up for the second straight game despite his groin injury. The rookie forward tallied six points, two rebounds, two assists and two steals in his regular-season debut.
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Heat's Jaime Jaquez: Participates in contact work
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Jaquez (groin) participated in contact work during Monday's scrimmage, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Jaquez has been dealing with a left groin strain for nearly two weeks, and although he participated in most of Monday's scrimmage, he was also monitored. It's not yet clear whether he'll be available for Wednesday's regular-season opener against Detroit, but even if he sits out, it seems likely that he'll be ready to play early in the regular season.
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Heat's Jaime Jaquez: Will remain out Wednesday
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Jaquez (groin) will be unavailable for Wednesday's preseason contest against Brooklyn, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Jaquez is still dealing with a nagging groin issue, with Wednesday's absence marking a week since the injury occurred. His final opportunity for preseason action is Friday against Houston.
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Heat's Jaime Jaquez: Still out
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Jaquez (groin) won't play in Sunday's preseason game against Memphis, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Jaquez will miss a second straight preseason game due to a groin strain. His next chance to take the floor will be Wednesday against the Nets.
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Heat's Jaime Jaquez: Won't play Friday
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Jaquez (groin) has been ruled out for Friday's preseason game against the Spurs, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.
Jaquez suffered a left groin strain during Wednesday's practice session and will be unable to suit up in Miami's second preseason game. His next opportunity to take the floor will be Sunday against the Grizzlies.
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Heat's Jaime Jaquez: Sustains left groin strain
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Jaquez sustained a left groin strain during Wednesday's practice session, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Jaquez was productive during Tuesday's preseason victory, but it's discouraging that he sustained an injury a day later. The severity of his injury isn't yet clear, and his availability for Friday's preseason matchup against the Spurs remains to be seen.
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Heat's Jaime Jaquez: Drops 13 points
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Jaquez logged 13 points (5-8 FG, 0-1 3PT, 3-4 FT), seven rebounds, two assists and two turnovers in 24 minutes during Tuesday's 113-109 preseason win over Charlotte.
Jaquez looked very poised with the ball in his hands and put together a promising performance. Miami lost a good bit of depth during the offseason, so Jaquez will have an opportunity to carve out a role as a rookie.
