Last Updated on January 11, 2025 by Mathew Diekhake

David Apolinar Jones García is a Dominican professional basketball player known for his versatility and scoring ability.

Personal Information:

  • Full Name: David Apolinar Jones García
  • Nationality: Dominican
  • Date of Birth: November 24, 2001
  • Hometown: Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
  • Height: 6 feet 6 inches (198 cm)
  • Weight: 210 pounds (95 kg)
  • Wingspan: 6 feet 10 inches (208cm)
  • Shoe Size: Size 14 (US)
  • Position: Small Forward
  • Jersey Number: 8
  • High School:
    • Teays Valley Christian School (Teays Valley, West Virginia): Moved to the United States to enhance his basketball career after being noticed in FIBA youth tournaments.
  • College:
    • DePaul University (2020–2022):
      • Recorded DePaul’s first-ever triple-double with 22 points, 14 rebounds, and 10 assists against Georgetown.
      • Averaged 14.5 points and 7.4 rebounds per game in the 2021–2022 season.
    • St. John’s University (2022–2023):
      • Averaged 13.2 points and 6.8 rebounds per game.
    • University of Memphis (2023–2024):
      • Averaged 21.8 points, 7.6 rebounds, 2.2 steals, and 1.8 assists per game.
      • Named First Team All-AAC.
  • Professional Career:
    • Mexico City Capitanes (2024):
      • Signed after going undrafted in the 2024 NBA Draft.
      • Averaged 21.2 points, 6.2 rebounds, and 3.5 assists per game in four appearances.
    • Utah Jazz / Salt Lake City Stars (2024–2025):
      • Signed a two-way contract with the Utah Jazz on November 22, 2024.
      • Waived on January 1, 2025, after appearing in 13 games for the Salt Lake City Stars.
    • Return to Mexico City Capitanes (2025–present):
      • Rejoined the team on January 3, 2025.
  • Championship Rings: None.
  • Siblings: Information not publicly available.
  • Children: None.

Jones’s journey from the Dominican Republic to professional basketball in the United States highlights his dedication and talent in the sport.