David Jones Garcia returns to the court for Spurs after injury

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 10, 2026, 9:29 PM

Last updated Oct 10, 2026

David Jones Garcia returns to the court for Spurs after injury
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San Antonio Spurs forward David Jones Garcia is back on the court after recovering from a severe ankle injury that halted his rookie season. He scored 14 points in 15 minutes during the Spurs' preseason opener against the Atlanta Hawks, which ended in a 123-116 loss. Jones Garcia, who spent nearly nine months recovering from his injury, describes his return as feeling 'reborn'. Competing for a roster spot, he aims to join a strong lineup featuring De'Aaron Fox and others as the regular season approaches.

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  • •David Jones Garcia suffered a gruesome ankle injury in January 2026.
  • •He played in his first competitive game since the injury on October 8, 2026.
  • •Jones Garcia scored 14 points in 15 minutes against the Hawks.
  • •The Spurs lost the preseason opener 123-116.
  • •He aims to secure a full NBA contract with his performance.
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After a gruesome ankle injury ended a feel-good rookie season, David Jones Garcia is set to resume his NBA career

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