Spurs Announcer Returns
Jacob Tobey returns as San Antonio Spurs play-by-play announcer after personal leave.
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The since-deleted Instagram post attributed to Tobey’s longtime girlfriend specifically alleged that he had been unfaithful with Loren Waters, the sister of Spurs guard Lindy Waters III, and included photos appearing to show Tobey and Waters kissing.
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Tobey’s return followed a period of uncertainty after he had signed a multiyear contract extension shortly before the allegations and his departure became public; neither he nor the Spurs initially confirmed whether he had been fired or resigned.
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His removal drew public criticism, including from sports commentator Colin Cowherd, who questioned whether someone could lose a job for cheating on a girlfriend, and former Spurs player Danny Green, who called Tobey a “really good dude” and said his private decisions should not have cost him his position.
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Before joining San Antonio, Tobey worked in Denver, calling games for the Broncos, Nuggets, Colorado Rockies and Avalanche, and previously worked as a sports anchor and reporter in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
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Tobey and Sean Elliott called the Spurs’ games during the team’s run to the 2026 NBA Finals, and Tobey’s return is scheduled to precede the 2026-27 preseason opener against the Atlanta Hawks on Oct. 8 and the regular-season home opener against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Oct. 20.
Jacob Tobey is returning as the San Antonio Spurs' television play-by-play announcer after stepping away for nearly two months following personal allegations. Sports Illustrated reported that the 29-year-old, who joined the broadcast team in 2024, will resume calling games alongside analyst Sean Elliott ahead of the 2026-27 preseason. Tobey acknowledged he must rebuild trust with the organization and San Antonio community after taking time to address personal matters.
Tobey's departure came after a deleted Instagram post attributed to his longtime girlfriend alleged he had been unfaithful with Loren Waters, sister of Spurs guard Lindy Waters III. Fade Away World noted the controversy erupted in July, though neither Tobey nor the Spurs publicly confirmed the allegations or whether he was fired or resigned.
Public Fallout and Support for Tobey
Tobey's removal sparked debate about mixing personal life with professional consequences. Sports commentator Colin Cowherd questioned whether someone should lose a job over cheating on a girlfriend. Talk Basket reported that former Spurs player Danny Green defended Tobey, calling him a "really good dude" and arguing his private decisions should not have cost him his position.
A Broadcasting Career Built in Denver
Before joining San Antonio, Tobey worked across Denver's sports landscape. He called games for the Broncos, Nuggets, Colorado Rockies, and Avalanche. Pounding the Rock noted he also previously worked as a sports anchor and reporter in Tulsa, Oklahoma before his move to professional sports broadcasting.
Tobey's Return Marks Third Season With Elliott
Tobey replaces longtime announcer Bill Land, who departed before the 2024 season. His return is scheduled before the 2026-27 preseason opener against the Atlanta Hawks on October 8 and the regular-season home opener against the Oklahoma City Thunder on October 20. Yahoo Sports confirmed that Tobey and Elliott called the Spurs' games during the team's run to the 2026 NBA Finals.
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