Jaquez (illness) is available for Saturday's game against the Pacers, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Jaquez was a late addition to Saturday's injury report due to an illness, but the young forward has been cleared to play anyway. Jaquez will return after a two-game absence due to an ankle injury. He is averaging a solid line of 17.6 points, 3.9 rebounds and 3.9 assists per game in his last 10 appearances.
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Heat's Jaime Jaquez: Added to injury report
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Jaquez is now questionable for Saturday's game against Indiana due to an illness.
Jaquez was slated to return from a two-game absence due to a wrist injury before Thursday's game against the Bulls was postponed. Now, he's back on the injury report Saturday due to a stomach bug. If he can't play, Pelle Larsson and Simone Fontecchio could see a bump in minutes.
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Heat's Jaime Jaquez: Will play Thursday
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Jaquez (ankle) will play Thursday in Chicago, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Jaquez is back after a two-game absence, and his return could result in fewer minutes for Pelle Larsson and Simone Fontecchio. Jaquez is averaging 16.2 points, 5.3 rebounds, 4.7 assists and 2.1 turnovers per game this season.
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Heat's Jaime Jaquez: Out with ankle sprain
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Jaquez (ankle) is out for Tuesday's game against Minnesota.
A right ankle sprain is keeping Jaquez out for a second straight outing. As a result, Pelle Larsson and Nikola Jovic (groin) should continue to see meaningful run for the Heat on the wing.
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Heat's Jaime Jaquez: Unlikely to face Pelicans
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Jaquez (ankle) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against New Orleans.
Jaquez sprained his right ankle in the second quarter of Saturday's game against the Timberwolves and did not return. He's slated to miss Sunday's contest due to the issue as well. If he sits, Pelle Larsson (ankle) and Dru Smith could see a bump in playing time.
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Heat's Jaime Jaquez: Won't return Saturday
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Jaquez won't return to Saturday's game against the Timberwolves due to a sprained right ankle.
Jaquez sustained the sprained ankle when he stepped on an opposing player's foot in the second quarter. The 24-year-old swingman was initially deemed probable to return, though he was ruled out for the remainder of the game shortly thereafter. He'll finish with six points (3-5 FG), three rebounds, one assist and one steal across 10 minutes. His next opportunity to play will come Sunday against New Orleans, and if Jaquez is forced to miss time, Dru Smith and Simone Fontecchio are candidates to see increased playing time off the bench.
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Heat's Jaime Jaquez: Probable to return Saturday
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Jaquez sprained his right ankle in the second quarter of Saturday's game against the Timberwolves and is likely to return, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Jaquez stepped on an opposing player's foot and turned his ankle before limping to the locker room. However, he's likely to return to the hardwood at some point Saturday. The 24-year-old swingman logged 10 minutes before picking up the injury, posting six points (3-5 FG), three rebounds, one assist and one steal.
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Heat's Jaime Jaquez: Exits to locker room
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Jaquez exited to the locker room in the second quarter of Saturday's game against the Timberwolves due to an apparent right lower leg injury, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.
Jaquez stepped on an opposing player's foot and appeared to turn his ankle before limping to the locker room with 6:28 remaining in the second. If the 24-year-old swingman isn't cleared to check back in, Dru Smith and Simone Fontecchio are candidates for increased playing time the rest of the way.
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Heat's Jaime Jaquez: Cleared to face Minnesota
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Jaquez (thigh) will play in Saturday's game against the Timberwolves, Zachary Weinberger of ClutchPoints.com reports.
Jaquez will shed his probable tag to play in Saturday's matchup with the Timberwolves. He had been dealing with a right thigh contusion. With Tyler Herro (toe) and Pelle Larsson (ankle) out, plenty of minutes should be available for Jaquez.
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Heat's Jaime Jaquez: Strong line Thursday
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Jaquez ended Thursday's 118-112 victory over Detroit with 19 points (9-12 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-3 FT), three rebounds, five assists and two steals over 30 minutes.
This was another strong line for Jaquez, as he continues to put up solid fantasy numbers for the Heat. Over his last seven outings, he's averaging 20.1 points, 4.7 assists, 3.9 rebounds and 0.9 three-pointers on 57.1 percent shooting from the field.
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Heat's Jaime Jaquez: Bright spot off bench
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Jaquez posted 21 points (9-16 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-3 FT), two rebounds, two assists and one block over 36 minutes during Miami's 112-91 loss to Toronto on Tuesday.
The Heat entered Tuesday's game averaging 120.1 points per game -- fifth-best in the Association -- but Miami struggled from the field in the loss. Jaquez was able to provide the Heat with a spark off the bench with a team-high 21 points and a plus-nine point differential. Jaquez has scored at least 21 points in back-to-back games, and over his last nine outings he has averaged 16.7 points, 3.9 rebounds, 3.3 assists and 0.9 steals over 31.0 minutes per game.
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Heat's Jaime Jaquez: Back to bench Sunday
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Jaquez is not in Miami's starting lineup against New York on Sunday, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.
Jaquez started Friday's loss to the Celtics and finished with 14 points (5-15 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 3-4 FT), eight rebounds, four assists and four turnovers across 36 minutes. However, with Andrew Wiggins (back) cleared to return, Jaquez will revert to a bench role for Sunday's road tilt. Since Dec. 1, Jaquez has averaged 13.8 points, 4.6 rebounds, 3.5 assists and 1.0 steals over 28.8 minutes per game.
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Heat's Jaime Jaquez: Starting Friday
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Jaquez is in the starting lineup for Friday's matchup with the Celtics, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
With Tyler Herro (toe), Andrew Wiggins (back), Pelle Larsson (ankle) and Davion Mitchell (ankle) all unavailable Friday night, Jaquez will draw his first start of the season, and he should see a lot of playmaking opportunities. Per 36 minutes this year, Jaquez owns averages of 19.1 points, 7.1 rebounds and 5.9 assists per contest.
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Heat's Jaime Jaquez: Scores 19 points off bench
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Jaquez amassed 19 points (9-13 FG, 1-2 3Pt), five rebounds and one assist across 29 minutes during Thursday's 106-95 win over the Nets.
With Tyler Herro (toe) sidelined, Jaquez has seen his minutes in the mid-30s and has been a larger part of the offense. If Herro can't give it a go Friday in Boston, Jaquez should again see a bump in minutes and usage, which would put him on the radar as a potential target in daily fantasy leagues.
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Heat's Jaime Jaquez: Upgraded to available
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Jaquez (groin) is available for Monday's game against the Clippers, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.
Jaquez is shedding a questionable designation with a groin injury, returning from a one-game absence. The forward has averaged 16.2 points, 6.3 rebounds and 5.3 assists in 29.7 minutes per contest over 19 games this season, but a healthy Heat roster likely means his playing time is due to decline a bit going forward.
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Heat's Jaime Jaquez: Questionable for Saturday
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Jaquez (groin) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against Detroit, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.
Jaquez, who is averaging 16.2 points, 6.3 rebounds and 5.3 assists this season, was unable to practice Friday with this new injury. The questionable tag suggests that he's day-to-day, and the Heat will likely see how he responds to treatment before making a final call.
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Heat's Jaime Jaquez: Sits out practice
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Jaquez missed Friday's practice with a strained right groin, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
This is a new issue for Jaquez after he previously battled a hip issue. For now, he can be considered questionable for Saturday's game against Detroit. Jaquez holds averages of 16.2 points, 6.3 rebounds and 5.3 assists this season.
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Heat's Jaime Jaquez: Now probable vs. Bucks
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Jaquez (hip) is probable for Wednesday's game against the Bucks.
The Heat are effectively set to be at full strength for the first time all season Wednesday. Jaquez has averaged 16.6 points, 6.4 rebounds and 5.8 assists in 30.9 minutes per contest across 13 games this month, though his playing time could see a slight dip with Miami healthier now.
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Heat's Jaime Jaquez: Double-doubles in OT win
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Jaquez popped off for 22 points (7-12 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 8-8 FT), 13 rebounds, seven assists, one steal, two blocks and two turnovers in 33 minutes during Monday's 140-138 overtime win over the Cavaliers.
Jaquez, who posted his fourth 20-point game this season, brought some great energy off the bench in this one, immediately impacting the game with his playmaking, aggression on the glass and active hands on defense. He drilled a clutch shot with seven seconds left in regulation to send the game to overtime, and he then came through again with another big bucket in the closing minute of overtime to put Miami up by three. Donovan Mitchell then countered with an wild, miracle three-pointer with 0.4 seconds left to tie it up, but Andrew Wiggins was able to seal the deal with a game-winning, alley-oop jam on Miami's final inbounds play.
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Heat's Jaime Jaquez: Questionable Saturday
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Jaquez (ankle) is questionable to play in Saturday's game against the Cavaliers.
Jaquez is dealing with an ankle injury, which could keep him on the sideline for the first time this season. If he's ruled out, the team will likely turn to Dru Smith and Kasparas Jakucionis off the bench.
