And this is what he says to all humanity: ‘The fear of the Lord is true wisdom; to forsake evil is real understanding.’” --Job 28:28

He fits in on this team like he’s been here for 4 years. His game is similar to Jimmy’s and I have confidence in him when he has the ball.

Mexican Jimmy Is A Stud

As a ucla fan, nothing makes me happier than to see Jaime kickin ass in the league. I’m not surprised at all, at ucla he was the center of attention every game. When he would post up, he would get multiple bigs swarming on to him because he was the best player on the court. That’s not the case anymore in the league and if you put a small on him in the post it’s night, night and if you put a slower big on him, he’s gonna beat him off the bounce. I wish he got a chip at ucla and would’ve if it wasn’t for injuries, but I’m looking forward to seeing him be an all star in the league.

If you’re from the LA area that watched hoops, you knew this kid was gonna be nice. His UCLA jersey was selling out locally.

We are very proud of this kid. He gives it 110 % of his hard work on the court and the passion he has for the sport. We have watched him play for many years now. When he played on the Mexican Basketball Team in 2019 LIMA Pan American Games and at UCLA. Miami Heat made a great choice. Wishing the entire team much success. We sure miss him in Los Angeles - where he carries out a pretty large following fan base. We wish him only but the best. “GO JJJ - keep up the good work- God Bless You”

Miami, we did it again! We got a steal on draft day. I wish him nothing but success and greatness in his career.

Jaime Jaquez has made a big impression in the NBA. With good defense, exceptional offense and of course an outstanding team player. I look forward to watching him make great progress in his professional career.

What I notice and my friends notice is his footwork is incredible

i can't believe that the LA Lakers passed on this guy. He was just a pick away. Very good off the ball and has high basketball IQ

he has wide view, he can see the floor calmly that's why he's this consistent. along with his size, he's a steal draft tbh.

Triple J! UCLA Bruin fan here. I think the knock on Triple J coming out of college was that he did not have much of an upside- he played well at the D1 level, but sometimes D1 level points and other bball skills don't translate to the NBA. Also, Triple J would participate in the Rico Hines summer runs at UCLA. When you watched Triple J competing against NBA players like Paul George, Pascal Siakem, and Scottie Barnes you could see those guys just seemed to be at a higher athletic level. It didn't surprise me that Jaime fell out of the top 10 in the draft and I give Rob Pelinka a pass for drafting Hood-Scofino ahead of Triple J. You are right to point out how much better his shooting has gotten and when I watched him at Pauley Pavilion, I can't remember seeing the excellent footwork he shows at the elbow right now. There is a great video where folks can see Jaime training last summer with fellow UCLA alumnus Don McClean. The summer work paid off. Really happy to see Jaime doing so well in the pros.

Players like Jaquez and Desmond Bane prove that the NBA's obsession with drafting underclassmen who've never done anything is silly and short-sighted. 'oh, he hasn't been good enough to declare early...' Well, maybe they didn't want to leave school early. We can make a long list of one and dones who never did anything in the NBA. I'd rather have results than potential any day.

Portland dying inside watching Scoot turn into a bust. 😅

Everytime I watch heat highlights this dude is killing it. I'm like who is this guy? Great player. Controlls his emotions well and acts like hes been in the league for years.

You can tell just by looking at him he has it... whatever it is.

Jaime is literally the mexican name version of jimmy

I mean, it definitely helps that he is in a top world class basketball organization that is channeling his strenghts. GO HEAT

It’s good to see a perceived underdog do good. He has a bright future in the NBA.

Yes, I am so happy for him. He has more in his tank then I realize and he’s showing the professionals that he deserves to be there. He’s always been a hard worker at UCLA and it’s just carried over to his professional career. He’s always trying to learn new ways to be better on defense and of course improve the shooting. Go Jaime we’re all backing you up wishing the best for you.

Juan wick is a good one haha

Im always excited when he plays

Don't sleep on his athleticism. He is a lot more athletic than some give him credit for.

Wish they would start him but Spo uses him as the spark guy off the bench and a 4th quarter closer. Miami always start games off slow and I see him eventually starting later on when they’re healthier.

The fact that he is Hispanic makes him fit like a glove in the Miami scene. Also Miami fans like their players to dunk which he does with passionate rage. Every Spanish speaker in Miami is going to be rocking his jersey lol

I believe he's gonna drop 30-40 this season

JJJ is what happens when the Miami heat get their hands on a legitimate 1st round prospect instead of having to turn undrafted players into gold. Vincent and strus became high level starters through miamis development program, it’s scary to think what JJJ, a legit 1st rounder, will become once he hits his prime.

JJJ fits on this team for the Heat

Steal of the draft for sure 💪🔥

Jaquez is a Pitbull out there!😂

Nice video! Although I don't see any resemblance to Shane Battier.

The team kicking themselves the most is the Trailbalzers😂😂😂

Its the second year when you find out if a rookie that had a good season is about it. Not taking anything away from the guy or any other rookies that are playing well.

Jaime really hustles!

Good video 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾 and comments, good analysis

The NBA needs more Jaime Jaquez' to flourish again.

JJJ is a 20+ points 7+ rebound 4+ assist waiting to happen. I only wished the Laker picked him first. Go Bruins

I am very pleased to see my fellow UCLA alum J3 doing so well in his rookie year in the NBA. I just wish the Lakers had drafted him - IMO they would have a better record right now had they taken Jaime in the 2023 NBA draft. I predict a very bright basketball future for Jaime.

3triple J is going insaine to become rookie of the year...

Having high basketball IQ can take you far. The superstars usually have the IQ AND the athleticism. But players can have solid careers off the IQ alone.

WHAT'S CRAZY IS , he's 4 year college player???? that's fkn nuts, when the last time a 4yrs college player came out this smooth?

Baby jButler jr!

Age old mistake in the draft. Athleticism offers a safety net in not having to polish as many skills. It can be a get out of jail free card or distinguisher when skills are equal. But in the exact same token there are plenty of superstars (the best player on the planet rn case and point) that demonstrate that isn't a prerequisite. The draft often acts as it is. The same goes with the trajectory of secondary or tertiary strength players when prospects not being able to evolve into stars. Its a fluid line and happens fairly regularly. I understand scouting knack and feel on different levels can be dubious but teams would be wise to try to discern the safety net of players whose effectiveness is not predicated on their 10% percent outcome as well. I don't know how good Jaime is going to get, but he will be a plus contributor whatever level it shakes out at. And from what it looks like currently that could be an all star or a 4th option are all possibilities. Regardless he will be a solution for winning teams, and is going to play in meaningful games over his career. The guy has cut so much fat out of his game already to synthesize making just good basketball decisions possession by possession. Maybe my own philosophy but you add enough of that type and your job gets way easier and good things happen. Really look forward to watching him grow.

Point forward #solid 🪨 🔥 nation 💯♟️

Jaquez is athletic tho. He has bunny's.

Jaime the pirates jaquez🦾🦾🦾

I am saying again what I know many have said already.... the kid is composed out there. He doesnt play greedy. He can shoot.... He can drive... Low turnovers.. He has a bright future

Many always have low impression on guys who spent full 4 years in college but they come with enough experiences and preparations so that's a huge advantage

He is Jimmy 2.0.

To be fair, Jaquez was a senior. If you're picking in the lottery, you're drafting for potential.

He looks like he a big Pirate.

At this point Miami can draft or give me a nba contract and somonehow make me Productive 😂😂😂

For Da Record Jaquez Is A Younger Version Of Ginnonbli...😮

I can't believe the Lakers drafted Jalen Hood over Jaime, he's doing great in Miami while Jalen plays the last 2 minutes when the game is already lost or won

JUANITOO WICK

Juan Wick 😂

Jaquez is a Prime Example why NCAA Ballaz should play At least 2 seasons..

credit to coach spo 👊💪 #heatculture

Nickname "The Musketeer"

Who's they ??

Viva Mexico 🇲🇽 cabrones!!

Guy Fawkes can play!

Bro the miami heat KEEP doing this. Bam Adebayo - 14th pick Tyler Herro - 13th pick Jaimie Jaquez - 18th pick

Settle down there. Although he is exceeding expectations early in his career. It’s only year one. Dick for example is 2 years younger. Lets see after 3-4 years in the league before we rush to judge

JUAN WICK

Baby Tron on the heat that’s real neat take a seat you know the time I got a pat teak 😂

Mexican power 💪🏽

🇲🇽 😮

Lakers should have picked him.... Smh

Number 3 of ROTY he’s gonna win 🏆

Jimmy in Spanish means Jaime...

Triple Jotah!

I don't think he is a steal, honestly the reason he is so good é problably the same as others that go to Miami, i don't think he would work anywhere else, at least in the start of his carrer.

My friend and I call ham triple J

Lakers fans r crying

Former Lakers fan here until the the godfather Pat joint the Heat where I live for the last 20 yrs and Im asking how in the world d Lakers did not pick Jr? Hood Scofino is not born in LA with Mexican roots , why draft him INSTEAD of a local kid that LA loves? Jr is a superstar already and I can imagine how big Jr would have been in LA LA land. This is beyond STUPIDITY. I lived in LA half my life and there is no logical answer to me. The godfather Pat picked Jr himself and one can see the love he has for Jr. The godfather Pat hustle the streets of LA after d NBA living in a van hustling the pool halls to make money so the godfather Pat knows how in LA only the strongest survives. GM from LA Pelinka should be fired by d way. God bless all of you and protect you all. Peace

Triple J is a triple threat

he is nothing like shane battier hahaha!!!!!! jaime is super athletic and his post game and playmakinmg waý better. dumb comparison. watch some ball

Don't get excited. Ever hear about the Knicks Jeremy "Linsanisty"? Flash in the pan.

hes 22. thats why he fell. hes not 18 like everyone else who was drafted before him. but tbh, lets see where the rest of those guys are at 22 instead of 18. but thats why he fell.

He better not turn into a Kendrick Nunn 😢

He looked like a drug dealer in a movie but he play like a veteran.

I don’t think he’s out playing anything. He’s simply a BASKETBALL player!!! Key word , basketball player. These scouts know nothing about basketball. Drafting on potential is the dumbest thing I’ve ever heard. 90% of these lottery pics, have no basketball IQ.

They drafted him lol he fell to them the other teams faults.

He reminds me of Lebron💪🐐

WTF is with his name prononciation??? H'aime H"aquez??????? Its J( like Jay)aime Jaquez!!!!!!!!!! I become angry every time hearing it🤬😈

cool verse from the bible again @halfcourtreport guys averging what.. 12.. nooo 13 points a game? 3 rebounds? 35 mins a game? gtfo

It's amazing how much people praise Jaime yet keep saying his name wrong 😂. 'Hi' (hi/hello) then 'meh' 🤷. Hi-meh. Jaime.