During the Miami Heat’s shootaround, Jaime Jaquez Jr. added a touch of soccer flair by showcasing his basketball juggling skills with his feet. A video of his playful display, which included smoothly converting a long-range 3-pointer from nearly halfcourt, was posted on the NBA’s Instagram page and received mixed reactions from fans. Some humorously compared Jaquez’s appearance to Mexican Jesus or Juan Wick, while others made cross-cultural comparisons to Luka Doncic. Beyond the fun and intrigue sparked by Jaquez’s skills, fans have been impressed by his recent performance on the court and consider him a strong contender for the Rookie of the Year title, as reflected in the Rookie Ladder. This indicates a promising trajectory for Jaquez’s rookie season in the NBA.
‘Juan Wick’ soccer-basketball trick drives crowd wild in Miami Heat warm-up
