[Set of 2] Jaime Jaquez Jr. ‘Rising Stars’ Game Worn Warmup Top and ‘Dunk Contest’ Game Worn Warmup Top with Game-Issued Pants

This black Miami Heat ‘City Edition’ shooting shirt was worn by Jaime Jaquez Jr. on February 17, 2024, during the Dunk Contest. Additionally, this red Miami Heat shooting shirt was worn by Jaquez on February 16, 2024, during the Skills Contest.

This lot is accompanied by a pair of game-issued warmup pants, however, due to the provenance, we believe they are likely worn.

Jaime Jaquez Jr. brought energy to Indianapolis all the way from Miami. The standout rookie from UCLA had a busy weekend, participating in the Panini Rising Stars Game the night before the Dunk Contest. Jaquez was a surprise pick for the event for many, but Heat fans know by now that the talented rookie can jump with the best of them. For his first dunk, Jaquez did a windmill over Miami Heat legend Shaquille O’Neal, who stands well over 7 feet tall. For his second dunk, Jaquez paid homage to his Mexican heritage by wearing a custom “El Heat Cultura” jersey. He then threw down a 360 off a lob he bounced to himself, bringing the ball down to his knees before jamming it home. Despite the adoration from the crowd, he did not move on to the final round. 

Jaquez Jr is enjoying a successful rookie season that few predicted. He has found a perfect home in Miami alongside stars Jimmy Butler and Bam Adebayo, and will look to make an impact in the second half of the season as the Heat try to make another run to the NBA Finals. 

At the time of cataloging, Jaquez has averages of 12.7 points per game, 3.9 rebounds per game, and 2.6 assists per game.