Jaime Jaquez Jr. swiftly justifies Bucks’ decision to promote him

The Bucks' new wing looked really good following promotion to the starting five.

By William Moxon · Behind the Buck Pass

Published: Thursday, 22 October 2026 at 2:05 PM

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Behind the Buck Pass argues Jaime Jaquez Jr. justified his promotion to the Milwaukee Bucks' starting lineup.
Jaquez scored 22 points and led the team with seven rebounds during Milwaukee's season-opening loss to Washington.
The Washington Wizards defeated the Milwaukee Bucks after using a decisive 21-4 fourth-quarter run.

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Jaime Jaquez Jr. made a strong debut for the Milwaukee Bucks, scoring 22 points in a season-opening loss to the Washington Wizards. Despite Milwaukee falling after a fourth-quarter 21-4 run by Washington, Jaquez justified his promotion to head coach Taylor Jenkins' starting lineup by shooting 8-of-12 from the field and grabbing a team-high seven rebounds.

Behind the Buck Pass argues that Jaquez solidified his place at small forward over Kyle Kuzma, who struggled with five points. Following the trade involving Giannis Antetokounmpo, fellow former Miami Heat players Tyler Herro and Kel'el Ware also featured, with Herro leading Milwaukee with 24 points.

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