Jaime Jaquez expresses sadness over Miami trade to Milwaukee
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 4:45 PM
Last updated Jul 13, 2026
After being traded to the Milwaukee Bucks, Jaime Jaquez Jr. expressed his emotional response to the move, stating that it was devastating to leave Miami, which he considered home. He acknowledged the trade was expected but still hit him hard. Jaquez, now looking forward to his new opportunity with the Bucks, will join fellow former Heat players Tyler Herro and Kasparas Jakucionis. The trade was part of a larger deal that saw Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bobby Portis join the Heat in exchange for multiple players and future draft picks.
- •Jaime Jaquez Jr. was traded from the Miami Heat to the Milwaukee Bucks.
- •He described the trade as emotionally devastating, emphasizing his love for Miami.
- •Jaquez is excited about new opportunities with the Bucks.
- •The trade included other notable players like Tyler Herro and future draft picks.
- •Giannis Antetokounmpo was acquired by the Heat as part of the trade.
- 4:45 PMYahoo Sports — Jaime Jaquez on getting traded to Milwaukee: It was definitely devastating for sure, I love Miami, it really felt like home
"Jaime Jaquez on getting traded to Milwaukee: It was definitely devastating for sure, I love Miami, it really felt like home
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