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Apr 29, 2024; Miami, Florida, USA; Miami Heat guard Jaime Jaquez Jr. (11) dribbles the ball during the first quarter of game four of the first round for the 2024 NBA playoffs at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Michael Laughlin-USA TODAY Sports

UCLA Basketball: Jaime Jaquez Inspired by Team USA Superstar's Work Ethic

The former UCLA All-American served on the USA Select Team this summer.

Apr 29, 2024; Miami, Florida, USA; Miami Heat guard Jaime Jaquez Jr. (11) dribbles the ball during the first quarter of game four of the first round for the 2024 NBA playoffs at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Michael Laughlin-USA TODAY Sports

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UCLA Basketball: Jaime Jaquez Inspired by Team USA Superstar's Work Ethic

The former UCLA All-American served on the USA Select Team this summer.

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Aug 7, 2021; Saitama, Japan; United States forward Kevin Durant (7) and United States guard Jrue Holiday (12) celebrate winning the gold medal against France in the men's basketball gold medal game during the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Summer Games at Saitama Super Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

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UCLA Basketball: Should Jrue Holiday Start for Team USA When Kevin Durant Returns?

How will the ex-Bruin be affected when the Suns All-Star recovers?

Aug 7, 2021; Saitama, Japan; USA player Kevin Durant (7) and USA player Jrue Holiday (12) react after winning the gold medal game during the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Summer Games at Saitama Super Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

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UCLA Basketball: Jrue Holiday Reveals Team USA Will Integrate Injured Kevin Durant

After winning gold with the now-Suns star in Tokyo, the former Bruin is hoping to do it again in Paris.

Mar 23, 2023; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Gonzaga Bulldogs forward Drew Timme (2) reaches for a loose ball against UCLA Bruins guard Jaime Jaquez Jr. (24) and forward Kenneth Nwuba (14) during the first half at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports

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UCLA Basketball: Bruins Alum Named to Summer League All-Rookie Team

He's made good on his days toiling for the Blue and Gold.

Jul 10, 2024; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; USA guard Jrue Holiday (12) guards Canada guard Nickeil Alexander-Walker (1) in the second quarter in the USA Basketball Showcase at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Candice Ward-USA TODAY Sports

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UCLA Basketball: Jrue Holiday Helps Drive Team USA to Pre-Olympics Win vs Germany

The one-and-done ex-Bruin is looking for his second gold medal.

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UCLA Basketball: Recapping Adem Bona's Summer League Performance

Recapping former UCLA men's basketball standout Adem Bona's summer league performance.

Jul 15, 2024; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Philadelphia 76ers forward/center Adem Bona (30) dribbles the ball against the Portland Trail Blazers during the second half at Thomas & Mack Center. Mandatory Credit: Lucas Peltier-USA TODAY Sports

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UCLA Basketball: Despite Quiet Adem Bona Game, Summer League Philadelphia 76ers Dominate Spurs

Bona had a modest night. The Sixers didn't.

Aug 7, 2021; Saitama, Japan; United States guard Jrue Holiday (12) dunks the ball against France in the men's basketball gold medal game during the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Summer Games at Saitama Super Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

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UCLA Basketball: Jrue Holiday Helps Propel USA Basketball to Blowout of Team Serbia

The ex-Bruin continues to make his case for a starting spot.

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UCLA Basketball: Unpacking Mick Cronin's 6 New Bruins Transfers

Mick Cronin added six transfers to the Bruins' roster as they head into their first season in the Big Ten.

July 6, 2012; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Team USA guard Russell Westbrook and forward Kevin Love during practice at the UNLV Mendenhall Center. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports

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UCLA Basketball: Hall of Fame Ex-Bruin Joining Contender After Sign-and-Trade

As he pursues a title in his dotage, can he still make an impact?

Mar 14, 2024; Las Vegas, NV, USA; UCLA Bruins guard Dylan Andrews (2) dribbles ahead of Oregon Ducks guard Jermaine Couisnard (5) during the second half at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-USA TODAY Sports

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UCLA Basketball: Bruins Lock Up 2-Year Neutral-Site Series vs Gonzaga

The Bruins will square off against one of the nation's elite programs over the next two seasons.

Jul 10, 2024; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; USA guard Jrue Holiday (12) guards Canada guard Nickeil Alexander-Walker (1) in the second quarter in the USA Basketball Showcase at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Candice Ward-USA TODAY Sports

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UCLA Basketball: Jrue Holiday Embracing Second Gold Medal Pursuit with Fellow Celtics

The one-and-done former Bruin is cementing his pro legacy.

Jul 15, 2024; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Philadelphia 76ers forward/center Adem Bona (30) attempts to catch the rebound against Portland Trail Blazers forward Justin Minaya (24) and guard/forward Rayan Rupert during the second half at Thomas & Mack Center. Mandatory Credit: Lucas Peltier-USA TODAY Sports

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UCLA Basketball: Watch Adem Bona's Efficient Summer League Night vs Trail Blazers

Philadelphia fell to Portland in its second Summer League matchup this year.

Mar 12, 2024; Kansas City, MO, USA; UCF Knights guard Darius Johnson (3) drives to the basket around Oklahoma State Cowboys forward Eric Dailey Jr. (2) during the first half at T-Mobile Center. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-USA TODAY Sports

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UCLA Basketball: Ex-Big 12 Transfer Unpacks Decision to Join Bruins

Why this talented forward is joining the Blue and Gold.

Mar 13, 2024; Las Vegas, NV, USA; UCLA Bruins forward Adem Bona (3) dunks against the Oregon State Beavers during the second half at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-USA TODAY Sports

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UCLA Basketball: Adem Bona Signs Long-Term Deal with Sixers During Summer League

Philadelphia evidenty likes what it's seen out of the No. 41 overall pick and ex-UCLA great.

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UCLA Basketball: Star Freshman Reveals Season Expectations

Incoming UCLA basketball freshman reveals expectations for upcoming season.

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UCLA Basketball: Pac-12 Transfer Discusses Recruitment to Bruins

Former Pac-12 rival explains why he decided to transfer to UCLA men's basketball.

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UCLA Basketball: Former Arch Nemesis Reflects on Early Offseason in Westwood

Former UCLA basketball rival speaks on first offseason with the Bruins in Westwood.

Apr 9, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Miami Heat forward Kevin Love (42) passes the ball against the Atlanta Hawks in the first quarter at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

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UCLA Basketball: Kevin Love Explains Decision to Re-Sign with Heat

The former Bruins great reveals why he decided to return to South Beach.

Mar 13, 2024; Las Vegas, NV, USA; UCLA Bruins forward Adem Bona (3) dunks against the Oregon State Beavers during the second half at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-USA TODAY Sports

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UCLA Basketball: Adem Bona Gets Honest About Emotional Reaction to Being Drafted

The former Pac-12 Defensive Player of the Year was selected by the Philadelphia 76ers last month.

Dec 20, 2011; Los Angeles, CA, USA; General view of seat cushions at the Sports Arena with the words: UCLA Basketball 2011-2013 Road Show before the game against the UC Irvine Anteaters. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee/Image of Sport-USA TODAY Sports

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UCLA Basketball: Bruins Considered Nation's Best in Key Aspect

Is this a fair assessment?

Apr 5, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine (8) sits on the bench in street clothes during the first quarter at United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

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UCLA Basketball: How Zach LaVine is Handling Icy Trade Market

The former Bruin is waiting to be flipped.

Feb 11, 2024; Miami, Florida, USA; Boston Celtics guard Jrue Holiday (4) splits the defense of Miami Heat guard Jaime Jaquez Jr. (11) and Miami Heat forward Caleb Martin (16) during the first half at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-USA TODAY Sports

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UCLA Basketball: Rigorous Training Program Pays Dividends for Star Ex-Bruin

The Blue and Gold have one heck of an alum.

Jan 23, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; UCLA Bruins guard Zach LaVine (14), forward/center Tony Parker (23) and guard/forward Kyle Anderson (5) walk off the court after their game against the Stanford Cardinal at Pauley Pavilion. UCLA won 91-74. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

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UCLA Basketball: Tanking NBA Team Hopes to Trade 2 Ex-Bruins Stars

But they will prove costly to ship out.

Apr 24, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Jump ball against Boston Celtics guard Jrue Holiday (4) and Miami Heat guard Jaime Jaquez Jr. (11) in the second half during game two of the first round for the 2024 NBA playoffs at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports

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UCLA Basketball: Former Bruin Makes USA Basketball Select Squad Ahead of Olympics

Clearly, Team USA thinks highly of his upside.