Getting to a Bucket with Ja'Quan Newton

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Former University of Miami Point Guard Ja'Quan Newton, discusses where the game of basketball has taken him thus far in life. He tells the story of losing his mother a few days before the state championship game, and the memorable performance he put on. He also talks about the influence his father had on his game and his mindset. Ja'Quan discusses why he chose to commit to University of Miami knowing that there was great competition for playing time. He admits to losing focus during his college career, as the parties and the social aspects of college began to attract him. He concludes with refocusing on basketball, as he plays professionally overseas with the goal of eventually making it to the NBA.