Jaime Jaquez Is A Future NBA All-Star-Bam Adebayo
Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo is confident that teammate Jaime Jaquez, who was selected 18th overall in last year’s NBA Draft, could blossom into an NBA All-Star. Jaquez, a standout forward from UCLA, exceeded expectations in his rookie season, averaging 11.9 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 2.6 assists. Adebayo praised Jaquez’s maturity, noting his experience as a top option in college and his ability to handle high-pressure situations. Despite a season-ending injury during the playoffs, Jaquez made a strong impression, starting in several games. Adebayo believes Jaquez’s growth and work ethic could lead to a path similar to his own, predicting that Jaquez has “no ceiling” and could become a household name in the NBA.
“He didn’t play like a normal rookie,” Adebayo said. “I feel like Jaime can be an All-Star. He knows how to handle certain situations when he gets the ball… The sky’s the limit.
