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. Be truthful. BOTTOM LINE: Arizona State visits No. The game was never in jeopardy, Cronin said, despite Utahs late runs. "When we need a bucket, it's pretty simple where we go. Now were selling out games.. UCLA's Jaime Jaquez Jr. (24) drives between Arizona's Oumar Ballo, left, and Arizona's Pelle Larsson (3) during the Pac-12 tournament championship game on March 12 in Las Vegas. You see the game, and its getting to be a lot more international. 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. Its just been a lot of fun being able to hang out with him outside of basketball and doing other things, she said. Receive an email notification each time resident weather expert Stan Blazyk writes a new article. Clear skies. He has plans to improve on his 3-point shooting after . We won't share it with anyone else. 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. The Camarillo . Clear skies. Soccer, basketball, football, Taco Bell, digest and play some more. Selected to Wooden Award National Ballot, No. 4 UCLA looking to continue its three-game road winning streak. Your account has been registered, and you are now logged in. (AP Photo/Jeff Swinger), Utah guard Lazar Stefanovic drives as UCLA guard Amari Bailey defends during the second half on Thursday night in Salt Lake City. A lot of people in Mexico would love to see someone else in the NBA. 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. Green counties grew faster than the national average, while purple counties grew more slowly or, in a few cases, lost population. The game was never in jeopardy, Cronin said, despite Utahs late runs. Hours previously, Jaime Jr. had scored in double figures, on the . What would it mean to you to be the second? 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. (AP Photo/Jeff Swinger), UCLA forward Adem Bona reacts during the second half of their game against Utah on Thursday night in Salt Lake City. Get the latest local and national sports headlines deliveredto your inbox every morning. (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. Jaime Jaquez, Jr. goes up for a dunk at a spring tournament in California. "I love representing a country and representing a culture of something bigger than myself as well," he said. But his focus was solely on the freshman forward on the floor for UCLA. Gabriela confesses she also picked UCLA because she wanted to stay close to those she loves. I still go out and golf. Jaime Jr. said he tells his sister. Gabriela said having her older brother around has made adjusting to college easier. "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. 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! To this day, most of her children and grandchildren live in Camarillo. But he can do it.". Story Links. and may be republished in print. 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 key is number one, taking care of the ball, and two, relying on your defense to get things done, not your offense, Campbell said. "Jaime is a big-time player. (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. Receive an email notification each time resident weather expert Stan Blazyk writes a new article. (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. Everybody was like family in our neighborhood. While a . 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. (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. 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. Meanwhile, Jaime Jr. aims to lead UCLA to its first national championship since 1995. It wasnt like the 6-foot-7 freshman was a top-50 recruit who was a guaranteed star. Our transition has gotten a lot better. An email message containing instructions on how to reset your password has been sent to the e-mail address listed on your account. They were some things tonight hes got to do better, but he really sparked us on the offensive end, Smith said. Don't use obscene, vulgar, The pride in those moments permeates the Jaquez family's bond. Receive the most recent obituaries every afternoon. The Bruins won, but Gabriela scored just the three points. 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. It was then that the Bruins turned to a savvy friend to get them through the tough times. LOS ANGELES (AP) Jaime Jaquez Jr. is having the type of senior season at UCLA most players dream about. If they can beat Washington State in the championship game Sunday, it would improve their seeding for the NCAA Tournament. Basketball highlights are the norm for the Jaquez family. You talk about your dad showing you what UCLA was all about. Utah: The Utes made it difficult at times for the Bruins with a determined effort on the boards and a lot of hustle, but the Utes couldnt shoot. This offseason, Jaquez opted to . "Hes going to help a team win right away because hes made UCLA win for three years, and hes going to have the experience to do that," Cronin said at Pac-12 media days. I just wanted to play with them and see what I could do. Sometimes, its easy for a guy to want to take a day off or get some rest. 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. 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. Ezequiel's parents didn't know much about basketball after they emigrated from Mexico and moved to Oxnard, California, when their son was a child. 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. We caught up with the Bruins superstar last week following practice for our latest FOX College Hoops Q&A. It was definitely a thought. Internet forum rules National championship. I would say yes, due to my circumstances. I prepare myself to be in these situations, Jaquez said. (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. I was born in Irvine, and we moved to Camarillo when I was 8 years old. 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. 20d; 0:31. 6 Stanford 69-65 in the Pac-12 tournament semifinals Friday night. (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. "Gabriela Jaquez is just all heart," UCLA women's coach Cori Close said. Its eye-opening for a lot of people and I know how much it means to Mexico to see the growth in basketball. Jaime Jaquez Jr. burned the Buffaloes for 23 points and 13 rebounds earlier this season. (Photo by Soobum Im/Getty Images). 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. Jaime Jaquez Jr. scored 27 points to help No. Every Sunday, she cooks a large meal for her family, who pop in and out to say hello and eat. 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. 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. 4 UCLA to a 78-71 win over Utah. More help could be on the way soon. 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. It's an adjustment from high school. I think it would be eye-opening for people in Mexico to understand that if you follow your dream, it can happen. Copyright 2023 The Associated Press. 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. Wether they were the most important, most read or most talked about we want to make sure you read them. Going into Saturdays regular-season finale against No. Without their guards, Saunders was a pleasant surprise, but it didnt matter because UCLA shot so well early and held Carlson in check. Receive Laura Elder's Biz Buzz direct to your inbox every Sunday. 23 Chicago White Sox. 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. Sometimes, they bring their friends and show them how to put ranch on their favorite pizza slices. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission. Real names required. 15d; 0:19. Kobe Bryant. lewd, racist or sexually-oriented language. FIFA World Cup - Best Goals from Every Angle, Draw for the FIFA Women's World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023, College Basketball Broadcaster and Reporter. "I just told her there's going to be highs, there's going to be lows, but as long as you just persevere and understand this is all a part of your journey and take it as that, because I believe everything happens for a reason. (AP Photo/Jeff Swinger), UCLA guard Jaime Jaquez Jr. looks to drive against Utah during the first half on Thursday night in Salt Lake City. No more than two posts per thread 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. The two played all four years at Camarillo High School. Please log in, or sign up for a new account and purchase a subscription to read or post comments. Bro, Im a five-sport athlete now! Ezequiel would go on to play basketball at Ventura Community College before transferring to Northern Arizona. We all knew each other and spent a ton of time together. Well, now were starting to get to the hard hitters here. 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. They were some things tonight hes got to do better, but he really sparked us on the offensive end, Smith said. Receive the daily weather forecast and the weekly outlook in your inbox each morning. Marcus Sasser (Houston) Thats who he is. 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. If you didnt play basketball what would you do? What kind of impact have your parents had on you? 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. The family visits help them recharge during a long and busy season. Stand behind what you post. (AP Photo/Jeff Swinger), Utah center Branden Carlson, left, drives to the basket as UCLA forward Adem Bona defends during the first half on Thursday night in Salt Lake City. 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. 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. 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. I love my friends. Gloria is the matriarch who has helped the family remain tight. 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. But Im older now and starting to get a little bit more wisdom. 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. We have a good team capable of winning games.. Joe Kent's Reel Report every evening. Copyright 2023 The Associated Press. Having a little sister around, you dont really appreciate that when youre in high school. 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. "You got to put ranch on this one," Marcos advised, as he nibbled on a slice about an hour after his family had watched him play a basketball game. I love cooking up beats on garage band, too. 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. "One of the things I thought about, I just had all my friends," Jaime Jr. said. Jaquez thinks this team can go even further. Please log in, or sign up for a new account and purchase a subscription to read or post comments. Get a link to the latest e-Edition delivered to your inbox each morning. Theres so much opportunity and with NIL, theres so much potential. 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. The Bruins (25-8) upset No. 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. My guys have faith in me that Im going to make the right play every time down the stretch.. 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 game against the Wildcats will feature a matchup of the two favorites for player of the year. Receive the latest Dear Abby column in your inbox each morning. I usually go once or twice a year. 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. The next day against Michigan State in the final game of the tournament, the Camarillo, California native got his first career start. Ive been learning a lot, and theres still a lot to learn, she said. person will not be tolerated. I love getting out and playing soccer. $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 . Drew Timme (Gonzaga) It diversifies the NBA a lot more, too. I played first base and was a pitcher, too. In high school, I could do whatever I wanted. I can tell you this much, I can be a winner for your organization. If I was an NBA scout and I asked you what you will bring to an organization at the next level, whats your answer? 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. Do not link to sites outside galvnews.com. That was always my mindset from the beginning and I was not going to think any other way. A lot of us are rushing and want to make the extra pass, especially for me. No. She cares only about what it's going to take for our team to win.". Receive updates on the latest issues of Coast Monthly. On teammate Tyger Campbell, Jaquez says: "We dont get to a Final Four and Sweet 16 without him." My parents got me involved in the sport, and I remember instantly loving the competitiveness of it. Jaquez scored 17 of his 23 points in the second half to help the Bruins hold on for a 78-71 win. To look back and know I achieved those goals still working on my brothers, right?". 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. Were not into moral victories but really, really proud of the way they played today, Utah coach Craig Smith said. ICYMI is a weekly newsletter highlighting stories from the past week. UCLA had rolled off the games first 17 points while making all eight shots. My dad is from there. 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. 4 UCLA to a 78-71 win over Utah on Thursday night. 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. Learning about him, and all the championships he won, made me want to be a part of UCLA. I would play baseball. Jaime Jaquez Jr. scored 17 of his 23 points in the second half and Tyger Campbell added 18 to lift No. Si no quieres que nosotros ni nuestros socios utilicemos cookies y datos personales para estos propsitos adicionales, haz clic en Rechazar todo. After Hours Tour. Tygers leadership is amazing. "She doesn't just get the rebounds in her area; she gets the tough ones. "I didn't want to leave and go to a new school and meet a bunch of people. I would say mission accomplished. 4 Bruins' Sweet 16 game against No . It was a layup drill.. 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. Plain and simple, if you want to win, thats what I can do. We did it growing up on the pavement in the neighborhood. The thing about Coach is that he never gives in, never quits on us. 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. And I said, 'Get an offer from UCLA,' 'Get a scholarship,' 'Be nicer to my brothers' and 'Make a left-handed layup.' UCLA: The Bruins took what the Utes gave them, so they consistently scored from the mid-range. Well, why would I think about anything else? (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. Kris Murray (Iowa) Don't threaten. I listen to him and his teammates talk about the game, and I try to see what I can learn from that.. 49.2k Followers, 977 Following, 103 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Jaime Jaquez Jr (@trippplej)

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