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Back to EpisodesJaime Jaquez Jr. Hits 1K Bench Points, Heat's Sixth Man Candidate
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Jaime Jaquez Junior achieves a significant milestone with the Miami Heat, becoming the fourth player to score at least one thousand points off the bench in a single season. He joins an elite club with Tyler Herro, Dwyane Wade, and Tyler Johnson. Jaquez, who previously started most games, now thrives in his reserve role, providing a reliable spark for the second unit. Coach Erik Spoelstra values his impact, and Herro admires sharing this club. Despite minor injuries, Jaquez has bounced back strong, contributing to the Heats playoff chase. He sees this bench role as growth, transitioning from a lifelong starter to a team-first leader.
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