Olympiacos is on the verge of signing David Jones García, the Dominican wing who dominated the G League with the Austin Spurs (26.3 PPG, 5.8 RPG, 3.6 APG) and previously played for Capitanes de Ciudad de México during his development years. With an offer of $3 million net over two seasons, the 24-year-old is poised to make the leap to the Euroliga as a reinforcement for the reigning champion, reigniting European transfer interest after Jean Montero’s move to the same club.
Why Olympiacos is betting on Jones García
The Greek powerhouse doesn’t need a full overhaul but aims to refine an already elite roster. Jones García, though never drafted by the NBA, proved his versatility in the minor league: 11 games with the San Antonio Spurs (2.9 PPG, 1.6 APG in 2025-26) and a breakout season in the G League that caught the attention of clubs like Fenerbahçe and Maccabi Tel Aviv. His perimeter shooting (42% from three in Memphis) and experience in competitive leagues—including his stint with Capitanes de México—make him the perfect fit alongside Kris Jones and Vasilije Micić.
How does this impact Capitanes de Ciudad de México?
Though his time in the LNBP (2021-22) was brief, Jones García made an impression with averages of 12.4 points and 4.1 rebounds in 18 games, per league records. His growth there was pivotal for the Spurs’ development system, where he finally flourished. For Capitanes fans, his return to Europe—now with Olympiacos—closes a chapter: from a Mexican prospect to a G League standout, ready to test himself in Europe’s top competition.
What’s next for Thomas Walkup?
Jones García’s potential arrival clashes with the status of Thomas Walkup, a Greek point guard under contract until 2027 with a €1.1 million net salary per season. Olympiacos demands €3 million for his release, a figure Dubai Basketball—interested in his playmaking—would need to match. Meanwhile, the Dominican could balance the Greek roster without forcing Walkup’s exit, whose departure now seems increasingly unlikely.
What’s next for Jones García?
If the deal is finalized, the Dominican will debut in the Euroliga with a team that already features Kostas Sloukas and Georgios Printezis as anchors. His ability to create plays from the perimeter (3.6 APG in the G League) could earn him immediate minutes, especially if Eddie Jones—the team’s head coach—deploys him in pick-and-roll sets with Micić. The question remains: Will his European leap be as transformative as Montero’s, another Dominican who redefined his career in the Pireus?
