JAIME JAQUEZ JR. NEWS

See De'Aaron Fox talk about Miami's Jaime Jaquez Jr. after Kings loss Sacramento Kings guard De'Aaron Fox talks about Miami Heat forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. after the Kings' loss on Feb. 26, 2024, at Golden 1 Cent...

FEBRUARY 27, 2024 • SACBEE.COM

Pours in 26 points in starting role Jaquez supplied 26 points (12-17 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT), five rebounds, two assists and three steals across 38 minutes during Monday's 121-110 victory over the Kings.

Impact Jaquez helped the Heat win a fourth-straight game on a night where most of the starters were out. Jaquez aptly filled in for Jimmy Butler (suspension) with his second-best scoring total of the season. Although Jaquez was routinely posting strong numbers prior to a seven-game absence in January, his demotion to the second unit has had an adverse effect on his bottom line, Unless Miami's injury concerns become a more consistent problem, nights like these will be a rarity for the rookie.

FEBRUARY 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Jaime Jaquez Jr. Breaks Out For A 26-Point Performance In Win Vs. Sacramento Kings Jaime Jaquez Jr. records 20 points for the first time since returning from injury

FEBRUARY 27, 2024 • SACBEE.COM

Returns to starting lineup Jaquez is starting Monday's game against Sacramento.

Impact Jaquez is averaging 15.0 points, 4.8 rebounds and 2.4 assists on 52.8 percent shooting across his last five games as a starter. He is joined by Delon Wright, Duncan Robinson, Caleb Martin and Bam Adebayo in a makeshift starting lineup Monday while Jimmy Butler and Nikola Jovic are suspended and Tyler Herro (knee) and Terry Rozier (knee) are sidelined due to injuries.

FEBRUARY 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

The NBA dunk contest is broken — how can the league fix it?

Saturday's NBA dunk contest was a new low for a once-beloved part of All-Star Weekend.

FEBRUARY 18, 2024 • FOX SPORTS

2024 NBA All-Star Weekend highlights: Skills challenge, 3-point contest, dunk contest

NBA All-Star weekend continues Saturday with the highly anticipated skills, 3-point and dunk contests. Here are the top moments!

FEBRUARY 18, 2024 • FOX SPORTS

2023-24 NBA All-Star Weekend odds: Mac McClung favored to win dunk contest

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FEBRUARY 17, 2024 • FOX SPORTS

Returns to bench Jaquez isn't in the starting five for Tuesday's game versus the Bucks.

Impact Nikola Jovic will replace Jaquez in the starting lineup Tuesday. With Jimmy Butler (personal), Terry Rozier (knee) and Josh Richardson (shoulder) out, the rookie forward will likely be relied upon to lead Miami's second unit.

FEBRUARY 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Cracks starting five Jaquez will start at forward for the Heat in Sunday's game against the Celtics.

Impact He'll re-enter the starting five for the first time since making his return to action in late January following a six-game absence due to a strained left groin. While coming off the bench in Miami's last seven games, Jaquez has seen his playing time and fantasy value take a big hit, with the rookie averaging 7.6 points, 3.6 rebounds, 2.0 assists, 1.1 steals and 0.4 three-pointers in 25.3 minutes per game over that stretch. He'll likely see a temporary spike as he moves back to the top unit in place of Jimmy Butler (personal), who is out Sunday while he takes a leave of absence from the Heat following the death of a family matter. Butler is uncertain to be available for either of the Heat's final two games before the All-Star break (Tuesday in Milwaukee, Wednesday in Philadelphia), so Jaquez could have some appeal as a streamer beyond Sunday's contest.

FEBRUARY 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Low minutes continue Jaquez totaled 12 points (4-11 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 3-3 FT), six rebounds, two assists and three steals across 23 minutes during Tuesday's 121-95 win over the Magic.

Impact Miami is mostly healthy these days, and with Terry Rozier in town, Jaquez has seen his minutes trend in the wrong direction. Over his past seven games, the rookie played 23.3 minutes per contest to go with averages of 8.3 points, 3.9 rebounds, 2.3 assists, 1.3 steals and 1.3 turnovers.

FEBRUARY 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

NBA Slam Dunk Contest 2024: Jaylen Brown, Mac McClung headline participants

Jaylen Brown is the first NBA All-Star since 2017 to participate in the dunk contest.

FEBRUARY 7, 2024 • FOX SPORTS

Brings defensive stats in return Jaquez (groin) tallied six points (1-3 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 3-4 FT), four assists, two steals, two blocks and one rebound across 24 minutes in Saturday's 125-109 loss to the Knicks.

Impact After starting in 12 of his prior 13 appearances before missing six straight games with a left groin strain, Jaquez came off the bench in his return to action Saturday. Though he made a mark on the defensive end with the pair of steals and blocks, Jaquez's usage sat at just 9.4 percent on the day, well below his season-long rate of 18.2 percent. Before missing time with the groin strain, Jaquez had benefited from an expanded role on the offensive end while both Jimmy Butler and Tyler Herro missed time, but Butler and Herro are now back to full health. Additionally, the Heat recently acquired another high-usage player in Terry Rozier, and with Bam Adebayo also still on hand, Jaquez looks as though he'll fall further down in the offensive hierarchy than he had prior to suffering the injury. With that in mind, Jaquez may be hard-pressed to maintain his season-long average of 13.8 points per game, which had already been propped up by 51.2 percent shooting from the field.

JANUARY 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Coming off the bench Saturday Jaquez isn't in the starting five for Saturday's game versus the Knicks, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Impact Jaquez will come off the bench in his first game Saturday after a six-game absence due to a groin injury. The rookie forward is averaging 14.8 points, 3.8 rebounds, 3.4 assists and 1.0 steals in 33.4 minutes across his last five appearances coming off the bench.

JANUARY 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Slated to return Saturday Jaquez (groin) is available for Saturday's game against the Knicks.

Impact Jaquez missed six straight games due to a left groin strain but will return to action Saturday. He was a regular starter before his absence, averaging 16.3 points, 4.5 rebounds, 2.7 assists and 1.3 steals while starting 11 of his past 12 appearances. However, it's unclear if he'll reclaim a starting spot upon his return, as the Heat are back to full strength and added Terry Rozier to the mix since Jaquez last played.

JANUARY 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play against Boston Jaquez (groin) is out for Thursday's game versus the Celtics.

Impact Jaquez will miss his seventh straight game Thursday while dealing with a strained left groin. Caleb Martin should continue to receive extended playing time in his absence. Jaquez's next chance to suit up is Saturday's matchup with the Knicks.

JANUARY 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Officially ruled out Jaquez (groin) won't play in Wednesday's game versus the Grizzlies.

Impact Jaquez's absence streak will extend to six games Wednesday after being downgraded from doubtful to out with a left groin strain. The rookie forward's next chance to suit up is Thursday's matchup with Boston.

JANUARY 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Wednesday Jaquez (groin) is doubtful for Wednesday's game against the Grizzlies, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Impact Jaquez will likely miss a fifth straight game due to a left groin strain. Coach Erik Spoelstra said Sunday that Jaquez is without a timetable to return, so until he logs a full practice, Jaquez can likely be considered doubtful for future contests as well. Caleb Martin, Nikola Jovic and Haywood Highsmith (foot) are candidates for increased roles until Jaquez returns.

JANUARY 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

NBA Rookie Rankings: Wemby's role change, Jaquez's versatility and more Chet Holmgren still leads the race, but Victor Wembanyama has come on strong since the Spurs moved him to center. Plus, a Heat rookie rises.

JANUARY 23, 2024 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Without a concrete return Jaquez (groin) will miss his fourth consecutive game Sunday versus the Magic and is currently without a timetable to return, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports...

Impact Despite the seemingly pessimistic outlook on Jaquez' short-term availability, coach Eric Spoelstra noted that team trainers "have been encouraged" by the rookie's ongoing recovery from a left groin strain. Nonetheless, Jaquez is at risk of missing multiple contests beyond Monday, leaving Caleb Martin and Nikola Jovic to continue operating in enlarged roles.

JANUARY 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out for Sunday Jaquez (groin) is inactive for Sunday's game against Orlando, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Impact Jaquez did not travel with the team, so he will officially be sidelined for a fourth consecutive contest Sunday. The rookie's next opportunity to take the court comes Wednesday against Memphis.

JANUARY 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Officially ruled out Jaquez (groin) won't play in Friday's game versus the Hawks, Tim Reynolds of Associated Press reports.

Impact Jaquez will miss his third straight game Friday after being downgraded from doubtful to out with a groin strain. The rookie forward's next chance to suit up is Sunday's matchup with Orlando.

JANUARY 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Friday Jaquez (groin) is doubtful for Friday's game against the Hawks.

Impact Jaquez has missed the last two games and is in danger of missing a third straight. Prior to injury, the rookie found himself in a groove, averaging 15.7 points, 4.0 rebounds, 3.1 assists, 1.4 steals and 0.1 blocks across 33.9 minutes in his last seven games (all starts). If Jaquez is sidelined, expect Caleb Martin, Duncan Robinson and Haywood Highsmith to all see extended minutes.

JANUARY 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Missing two-game road trip Jaquez (groin), who has been ruled out for Monday's game in Brooklyn, didn't travel with the team on its road trip and will remain sidelined through Wednesday's contest in Toronto,...

Impact Jaquez will stay behind in Miami to receive further evaluation after he exited early in the second quarter of Sunday's 104-87 win over the Hornets due to a left groin strain. The rookie first-round pick was on his way to another strong outing prior to departing, finishing the day with 15 points (7-11 FG, 1-1 FT), five rebounds, two assists and one steal in 15 minutes. Head coach Erik Spoelstra said after Sunday's win that Jaquez was being viewed as day-to-day, so the 22-year-old could conceivably be ready to play Friday versus Atlanta after the team returns from its two-game road trip.

JANUARY 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't travel to Brooklyn Jaquez (groin) won't travel to Brooklyn for Monday's game against the Nets, Wes Goldberg of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact Jaquez sustained a left groin strain Sunday against the Hornets, and coach Erik Spoelstra said that the 22-year-old won't make the trip to Brooklyn ahead of Monday's matchup. However, Jaquez ll be considered day-to-day after Monday's game, and Spoelstra downplayed the severity of the injury following Sunday's contest. If Jimmy Butler (toe) remains out Monday, Caleb Martin, Duncan Robinson and Josh Richardson could see plenty of run for Miami.

JANUARY 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't return Sunday Jaquez has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's game against the Hornets due to a left groin strain, Tim Reynolds of Associated Press reports.

Impact Jaquez was part of the starting lineup Sunday for the 11th time in the last 12 matchups, but he was ruled out for the remainder of the game shortly after halftime. He tallied 15 points (7-11 FG, 1-1 FT), five rebounds, two assists and a steal in 15 minutes before leaving the game, and it's not yet clear whether he'll be available Monday against the Nets.

JANUARY 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE