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Open Thread: The Spurs Showed Tre Jones Some Love

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SAN ANTONIO, TX - MARCH 30: Tre Jones #30 of the Chicago Bulls smiles after the game against the San Antonio Spurs on March 30, 2026 at the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photos by Michael Gonzales/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images

On Monday night, the Spurs hosted the Chicago Bulls. Prior to the game, Spurs head coach Mitch Johnson shared some great memories and kind words regarding former Spurs guard Tre Jones.

Spurs coach Mitch Johnson on Tre Jones, who returns to San Antonio tonight as a member of the Chicago Bulls: “He was at the forefront of doing that in terms of bringing the right approach and energy every single day. … He’s a competitive little sucker.” pic.twitter.com/GInen6vIhC

— Spurs Nation (@Spurs_Nation) March 30, 2026

“He was at the forefront of doing that in terms of bringing the right approach and energy every single day. … He’s a competitive little sucker.”

Before the game, I caught Tre in shoot around. He stepped away the moment his family came to the court. He was all smiles, which is how Spurs fans most remember him.

Caught Tre Jones @Tre3Jones in shoot around before Monday night’s @spurs@chicagobulls game. He stopped when his kids hit the hardwood. pic.twitter.com/sDQLMgGBd1

— Jeph Duarte (@JephDuarte) April 2, 2026

A common practice when a former player returns, the Spurs honor him with a video tribute during the opponent introductions. Monday night was no exception. As the in-arena PA announcer introduced the Bulls, he paused before calling Tre Jones and the lights dimmed as a video displayed on the Jumbotron.

Spurs honored Tre Jones with a tribute video prior to tonight’s game.
Tre is one of the kindest people to ever play with the Spurs. He has a big hand in this year’s success by showing this young group how to work, prepare, fight and never give up. pic.twitter.com/h7SsxcpikC

— Raul Dominguez Jr. (@DominguezCinco) March 31, 2026

Jones was drafted by the Spurs in the second round of the 2020 NBA Draft, 41st overall. He played with the Spurs for his first four-and-a-half seasons. He was a key component of the three-team trade that brought De’Aaron Fox to San Antonio.

From Wikipedia:

On February 3, 2025, Jones, alongside Zach Collins, Kevin Huerter and a 2025 first-round pick, was traded to the Chicago Bulls in a three team deal, in which they sent Zach LaVine, Sidy Cissoko, three first-round picks and two second-round picks to the Sacramento Kings, who sent De’Aaron Fox and Jordan McLaughlin to San Antonio.

Jones exemplified Spurs culture, played the role asked of him, maintained a positive attitude, and made significant contributions during the team’s greatest transition.

Once the game started, Jones had an impressive night, starting the game with a steal and a layup to kick off all scorers for the night. He ended with 23 points on 9 of 13 shooting, two rebounds and three assists as they came up short against the Silver & Black.

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