Jaime Jaquez Jr. News, Rumors, Updates - Miami Heat

Solid production continues 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.

Impact 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 two weeks, 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.

NOVEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Moves into starting lineup Jaquez will move into the starting lineup Saturday against the Nets, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Impact 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.

NOVEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Top scorer off bench in loss Jaquez contributed 15 points (6-17 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds, four assists and one steal across 35 minutes during Friday's 100-98 loss to New York.

Impact Jaquez led all Heat bench players in scoring while handing out a team-high assist total in 35 minutes off the bench in a losing effort. Jaquez has provided Miami with a spark off the bench this season, tallying 15 or more points on the second unit in three straight outings.

NOVEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Another quality performance 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.

Impact 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.

NOVEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Heat rookie Jaime Jaquez Jr. experiences 'Welcome to NBA' moment in Saturday's loss to Bulls Heat rookie Jaime Jaquez Jr. ran into a “Welcome to the NBA” moment late in Saturday night’s loss to the Bulls.

NOVEMBER 19, 2023 • MIAMIHERALD.COM

Huge workload continues 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.

Impact 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. Kyle Lowry logged just 15 minutes Tuesday, but it's unclear if his limited role is directly correlated to Jaquez's growing role.

NOVEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Brings defensive stats in win 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.

Impact 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 for 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.

NOVEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Stars against Atlanta Jaquez registered 20 points (8-17 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, four assists and one steal over 38 minutes during Saturday's 117-109 win over the Hawks.

Impact Jaquez moved into the starting lineup with Tyler Herro (ankle) and Jimmy Butler (personal) inactive, and he made the most of the opportunity by delivering the best scoring output of his young NBA career -- and by a wide margin. Jaquez has been trending in the right direction of late, scoring in double digits in each of his last two games and putting up at least nine points in four straight.

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Joins starting lineup Jaquez will start at small forward Saturday against Atlanta.

Impact Jaquez slots into the starting lineup with Tyler Herro (ankle) and Jimmy Butler (personal) inactive. Saturday will mark Jaquez' third career start.

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Jaquez will come off the bench for Friday's game against the Wizards.

Impact 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.

NOVEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back with first unit Jaquez will start Wednesday's game against the Nets, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Impact Jaquez will receive his second start of the campaign Wednesday, filling in for Kevin Love (shoulder). While he saw only 18 minutes in his first start, Jaquez has had his minutes increase in every contest, including 23 minutes during Monday's tilt.

NOVEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back with first unit Jaquez will start Wednesday's game against the Nets, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

NOVEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Coming off bench Jaquez isn't starting Monday's game against the Bucks, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Impact 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.

OCTOBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Wolves Jaquez is in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against Minnesota, Alan Horton of the Timberwolves Radio Network reports.

Impact 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.

OCTOBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Jaquez (groin) is available for Friday's game against the Celtics.

Impact 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.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Likely to play Friday Jaquez is probable for Friday's game versus the Celtics due to a groin injury, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Impact 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.

OCTOBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jaime Jaquez Jr. earning trust of Heat coaches and teammates: 'Jaime is not a regular rookie' Heat rookie Jaime Jaquez Jr. continues to earn the trust of his coaches and teammates.

OCTOBER 26, 2023 • MIAMIHERALD.COM

Set to play Wednesday Jaquez (groin) isn't on the injury report for Wednesday's game against Detroit, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Impact Jaquez returned to practice Monday and is set to play in Miami's regular-season opener despite a groin injury he suffered during the preseason. The rookie forward could see increased playing time Wednesday with Josh Richardson (foot) out.

OCTOBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still limited by groin Jaquez (groin) said he's still limited, but he won't rule himself out for Wednesday's game against Detroit on Opening Night, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports...

Impact Jaquez was able to do contact work at Monday's practice, so he's trending in the right direction. Meanwhile, Josh Richardson (foot) still isn't practicing and Caleb Martin (knee) will play Wednesday despite being less than 100 percent. Expect another update on Jaquez on Wednesday afternoon.

OCTOBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Participates in contact work Jaquez (groin) participated in contact work during Monday's scrimmage, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Impact 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.

OCTOBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Friday Jaquez (groin) has been ruled out for Friday's preseason finale against Houston, Wes Goldberg of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact Jaquez has been dealing with a groin injury for just over a week, and he'll miss a fourth consecutive game to close out the preseason. It's unclear whether he'll be able to suit up for Wednesday's regular-season opener against Detroit.

OCTOBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will remain out Wednesday Jaquez (groin) will be unavailable for Wednesday's preseason contest against Brooklyn, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Impact 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.

OCTOBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remaining out Wednesday Jaquez (groin) will be unavailable for Wednesdays preseason contest against Brooklyn, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Impact 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.

OCTOBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Jaquez (groin) won't play in Sunday's preseason game against Memphis, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Impact 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.

OCTOBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 11, 2023 • SUN-SENTINEL.COM

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