Mark Jones (basketball, born 1961) facts for kids
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | April 10, 1961 Rochester, New York, U.S. |
| High school | East (Rochester, New York) |
| Listed height | 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m) |
| Listed weight | 175 lb (79 kg) |
| Career information | |
| College | St. Bonaventure (1979–1983) |
| NBA Draft | 1983 / Round: 4 / Pick: 82nd overall |
| Selected by the New York Knicks | |
| Career history | |
| 1983 | New Jersey Nets |
| 1983–1984 | Albany Patroons |
| Career highlights and awards | |
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Mark Anthony Jones, born on April 10, 1961, is a retired American professional basketball player. He was a point guard, which means he was responsible for bringing the ball up the court and setting up plays for his team. Jones played college basketball for the St. Bonaventure Bonnies before starting his professional career.
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Mark Jones: A Basketball Journey
Mark Jones had an exciting journey in the world of basketball. He played both college and professional basketball, showing his skills as a point guard.
College Basketball Days
Jones played for four seasons at St. Bonaventure University. During his time there, he was a strong scorer, averaging 15.2 points per game.
Awards and Recognition
In 1982, Mark Jones was recognized for his talent. He was named to the All-Eastern Athletic Association first team. The next year, he made the second team after the conference changed its name to the Atlantic 10 Conference. Today, Jones is still one of the top scorers in St. Bonaventure history, ranking ninth overall.
Professional Career Highlights
After college, Mark Jones hoped to play in the NBA. He was drafted by the New York Knicks in the 1983 NBA draft.
NBA and CBA Experience
The New York Knicks picked Jones as the 82nd player overall in the fourth round of the 1983 NBA draft. However, he did not play for the Knicks. Instead, he signed with the New Jersey Nets shortly after. He played six games for the Nets during the 1983–84 season, scoring 7 points.
Jones spent the rest of that season playing in the Continental Basketball Association (CBA). He joined the Albany Patroons and played in 29 games. He averaged 10.8 points per game for the Patroons. His team, coached by the famous Phil Jackson, went on to win the CBA championship in 1984.
See also
In Spanish: Mark Jones (baloncestista de 1961) para niños
