Mark Jones to Conclude 36-Year Career with ESPN During Celtics vs. Magic Game
36-year ESPN veteran will announce final network game this weekend
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Mark Jones, a veteran announcer with ESPN since 1990, will announce his final game this weekend when the Boston Celtics face the Orlando Magic. Although he is leaving ESPN, he is not expected to retire and feels it's time for a new chapter in his career.
- 01Mark Jones has been with ESPN for over 36 years.
- 02His final game will be the Boston Celtics vs. Orlando Magic on Sunday.
- 03Jones is not expected to retire but is leaving ESPN by choice.
- 04ESPN will pay tribute to Jones during his final game.
- 05He believes his best work is still ahead of him.
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Mark Jones, a prominent sports announcer, is set to conclude his 36-year tenure with ESPN during the upcoming game between the Boston Celtics and the Orlando Magic. Having joined ESPN in 1990, Jones has been a key voice in NBA and college football coverage, including calling multiple NBA Finals games in 2022. Despite his departure from ESPN, he is not expected to retire and has indicated that the decision to leave was his own, feeling it was simply time for a change. ESPN expressed gratitude for his contributions, stating, "Mark has made an enduring impact at ESPN since 1990." A tribute to Jones will be featured during his final game, scheduled for 6 p.m. on Sunday. He has shared on social media that he believes his "best work" is still to come as he embarks on his next chapter.
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