Ahead of what could be his final game at Pauley Pavilion, the senior forward and Pac-12 Player of the Year contender is more focused on the Bruins’ success
Despite the fandom, the star of Westwood remained humble when asked if the honor is something he’s eyeing, graciously keeping his team the focus after Thursday night’s win. Jaquez is averaging 17.3 points and 7.9 rebounds per game while shooting just under 49% from the field this season.“I know he’s not going to say it, but he deserves the damn award,” Clark said.
Jaquez’ ascension from Camarillo to Westwood has been remarkable. His leadership under Cronin as the Bruins reclaim a top spot in college basketball has been storybook as the senior preps to play what’s likely his last game in Pauley Pavilion against No. 8 Arizona in a regular-season finale at 7 p.m. Saturday on ESPN.
Jaquez is loved already, and maybe that’s why he’s not sure how he’s going to handle what is likely to be an emotional game Saturday. Jaquez has scored 20 points 10 times this season, notched six double-doubles and ranks No. 19 on UCLA’s career scoring list and No. 17 in total rebounds, making him the 10th player in the school’s history to rank among the top 20 leaders in scoring and rebounding. Under Cronin’s tutelage, Jaquez has helped the Bruins go a combined 75-22 overall and 45-13 in Pac-12 play the last three seasons, with trips to the Final Four and Sweet 16 heading into this year’s final game.
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