""It's been a memorable journey these decades with the ABC/ESPN family, but I have decided that it's time to move on," Jones wrote in a statement posted Friday on Instagram."
"Mark has made an enduring impact at ESPN since 1990, serving as a signature voice primarily within our NBA and college football coverage and across nearly all of our platforms.""
Mark Jones, a prominent play-by-play announcer at ESPN since 1990, is departing after 36 years. His final broadcast will be the Orlando Magic versus Boston Celtics game. Known for his catchphrase "hotter than fish grease," Jones expressed gratitude for his journey with ESPN. He has covered various sports, including NBA games, college football, and women's basketball. Notably, he was part of the first all-Black crew to call an NBA Finals game on TV in 2022. ESPN acknowledged his significant contributions to the network.
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