DERRICK JONES JR. NEWS

Sets season high in loss Jones chipped in 20 points (8-13 FG, 4-5 3Pt, 0-1 FT), five rebounds, three assists and one steal over 33 minutes during Monday's 134-128 loss to Oklahoma City.

Impact Jones produced a bounce-back game after scoring only four points and shooting 1-for-5 from the field in Saturday's win over Toronto. The 27-year-old has reached the double-digit mark in scoring in seven of 11 regular-season outings, though his 20 points Monday mark a new season high. Jones has averaged 11.2 points, 3.5 rebounds, 1.2 assists and 1.1 steals while shooting 45.2 percent from beyond the arc across 27.1 minutes per game thus far.

NOVEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Drops double digits in win Jones added 10 points (4-10 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 0-1 FT), two rebounds, two assists and a block over 22 minutes in Monday's 113-104 win against San Antonio.

Impact Jones has been very involved in the Clippers offense, attempting at least six shots in every game so far. He is averaging 10.1 points and 27.4 minutes this season, both of which would be career highs, and while his efficiency has dipped following his first three games, his willingness to shoot allows for big scoring potential moving forward.

NOVEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Drops double digits in win Jones added 10 points (4-10 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 0-1 FT), two rebounds, two assists and a block over 22 minutes in Monday's 113-104 win against San Antonio.

Impact Jones has been very involved in the Clippers offense, attempting at least six shots in every game so far. He is averaging 10.1 points and 27.4 minutes this season, both of which would be career highs, and while his efficiency has dipped following his first three games, his willingness to shoot allows for big scoring potential moving forward.

NOVEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Derrick Jones Jr. discusses similarities between two maestros of the pass L.A.

NOVEMBER 2 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Efficient in win Sunday Jones finished Sunday's 112-104 victory over the Warriors with 18 points (7-10 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 1-2 FT), four rebounds and two steals across 35 minutes.

Impact Jones showed an efficient touch from the floor Sunday and missed just three of his 10 shots en route to his best scoring output of the current campaign. The efficiency has been remarkable for the nine-year veteran, and even though he's bound to regress sooner than later, his percentages are eye-popping right now. Through three outings, Jones is shooting 66.7 percent from the field and 60 percent from three-point range while averaging 13.0 points per contest.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Part of first unit Jones will start Wednesday's game against the Suns, Joey Linn of SI.com reports.

Impact Jones fills in for Kawhi Leonard (knee) at the power forward position Wednesday, slotting in between Ivica Zubac and Terance Mann in the frontcourt. With Leonard slated to miss multiple weeks, Jones is in line for extended run with the first unit to start the season. Jones started in 66 of 76 regular-season games with Dallas last season, averaging 8.6 points, 3.3 rebounds and 1.0 assists across 23.5 minutes.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Ready for opener vs. Suns Jones (rest) is expected to play in Wednesday's regular-season opener against the Suns, Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Impact Jones missed the club's final preseason game due to rest purposes, though he is expected to be 100 percent for the Clippers' Opening Night. The 27-year-old will likely draw the start with Kawhi Leonard (knee) ruled out. Jones is coming off a productive season with the Mavericks, and he should play a prominent role with the Clippers.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Receiving night off Jones won't play in Thursday's preseason game against the Kings due to rest purposes, Justin Russo of the 'Clip & Roll' podcast reports.

Impact The Clippers have seen enough of Jones in the preseason, so he'll take a seat for Thursday's finale. Nicolas Batum, Amir Coffey and Kobe Brown could see additional opportunities in Jones' absence.

OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Derrick Jones Jr. insists that his outstanding performance was unrelated to facing his former team "I'm aggressive, making my mark offensively, and defensively, just being who I am.".

OCTOBER 16 • KANSASCITY.COM

Intuit Dome opens its doors to Los Angeles Clippers fans

The flashy new Intuit Dome opened its doors to basketball fans for the first time Monday night as the Los Angeles Clippers hosted a preseason game against the Dallas Mavericks

OCTOBER 15 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Derrick Jones Jr. is a perfect fit alongside James Harden: "I just got to run the floor" DJJ looks to take advantage of his strengths.

OCTOBER 13 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Expectations soar for Mavs with addition of Klay Thompson after run to NBA Finals

The Mavericks addressed their biggest scoring need by adding Klay Thompson in a sign-and-trade after their first trip to the NBA Finals since winning their only title in 2011

OCTOBER 12 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Leading scorer in preseason win Jones scored a team-high 16 points (4-8 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 8-10 FT) while adding one steal in 21 minutes during Friday's 101-99 preseason win over the Trail Blazers.

Impact After scoring just three points combined in the Clippers' first two preseason contests, Jones got his offense rolling Friday. The veteran forward is expected to be a glue player for Los Angeles this season after signing a three-year deal, $30 million contract in free agency, but his fantasy contributions are likely to be modest -- he averaged a career-high 8.6 points and 1.1 threes for the Mavericks in 2023-24.

OCTOBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Ty Lue says Derrick Jones Jr. is 'okay' after injury scare vs. Nets Derrick Jones Jr.

OCTOBER 9 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Not injured despite leaving early Jones (head) is fine and doesn't have any injury to worry about moving forward, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.

Impact Despite leaving Tuesday's preseason game versus the Nets early with a head contusion, Jones isn't expected to miss any further time. Jones appears set to begin the 2024-25 campaign as one of the Clippers' starting forwards.

OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Won't return Tuesday Jones is out for the remainder of Tuesday's preseason game versus the Nets due to a head contusion, Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Impact Jones will end the contest with three points (1-1 FG, 1-1 3Pt), three blocks, one assist and one steal in 13 minutes. The 27-year-old forward has already begun to display the defensive prowess he can bring to the Clippers. Jones' next chance to suit up is Friday's preseason matchup with Portland.

OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Revisiting former Mavs forward Derrick Jones Jr.'s response to guarding Kawhi, PG, and Harden The former Luka Doncic teammate played a key defensive role in the 2024 playoffs.

OCTOBER 4 • SACBEE.COM

Mavs 'Too Optimistic' About Naji Marshall Replacing Derrick Jones Jr.? Debunking Analyst's Take One NBA analyst believes the Dallas Mavericks won’t be able to fully replace Derrick Jones Jr.

AUGUST 29 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Clippers bring back Nicolas Batum and sign Derrick Jones Jr. and Kevin Porter Jr.

Nicolas Batum is returning to the Los Angeles Clippers, with the team signing the veteran forward along with forward Derrick Jones Jr. and guard Kevin Porter Jr. Batum played in 60...

JULY 10 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Signing with Clippers Jones is signing a three-year, $30 million deal with the Clippers, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Impact Jones will join the Clippers after a successful one-year stop in Dallas. Jones' defense and shot-making ability were key in Dallas' playoff run and made him a sought-after piece ahead of next season. With the Clippers likely parting ways with many key pieces, Jones will likely play a significant role for the team.

JULY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Efficient in Game 5 loss Jones provided 10 points (4-8 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 1-2 FT) and one block in 22 minutes during Monday's 106-88 loss to Boston in Game 5 of the NBA Finals.

Impact Jones started in all 22 playoff games for the Mavericks, and he averaged 9.1 points, 3.5 rebounds, 1.2 assists and 1.0 blocks while shooting 48.1 percent from the field. The 27-year-old came into his first season with the team after struggling to carve out a role with the Bulls in two years there. Jones will enter the offseason as an unrestricted free agent, and his play throughout this season will likely earn him more interest around the league than last year.

JUNE 18 • ROTOWIRE

Mavericks need more long shots to fall in long-shot bid to rally against Celtics in NBA Finals

Luka Doncic's teammates are struggling from 3-point range in the NBA Finals against the Boston Celtics

JUNE 11 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Little impact in Game 1 Jones ended Thursday's 107-89 loss to Boston in Game 1 of the NBA Finals with five points (2-9 FG, 1-2 3Pt), six rebounds and one steal in 29 minutes.

Impact Jones struggled inside the arc and wasn't able to catch any signature lob dunks, largely due to the interior presence of Kristaps Porzingis. Game 1 also marked the first time he's failed to record an assist since Game 4 against the Clippers.

JUNE 7 • ROTOWIRE

How Derrick Jones Jr., Dereck Lively II, and other local players fought their way into the NBA Area high school coaches talk about the lessons they learned from coaching graduates who are in the NBA playoffs and what they did to carve...

MAY 23 • INQUIRER.COM

Pours in 22 points Saturday Jones totaled 22 points (8-13 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal in 40 minutes during Saturday's 117-116 victory over Oklahoma City in Game 6...

Impact Jones scored at least 17 points for the third straight game, playing a season-high 40 minutes as Dallas took care of business in front of their home fans. Jones' offensive output has been a blessing for the Mavericks, providing them with another viable scoring threat alongside Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic. Coming up against either the Nuggets or the Timberwolves in the Western Conference Finals is a daunting task. If Dallas are to pose a serious threat, Jones will need to maintain his offensive momentum.

MAY 19 • ROTOWIRE