Jacob Tobey is returning as the San Antonio Spurs’ play-by-play announcer less than two months after losing the position following allegations about his personal life.
Tobey confirmed his return Friday while acknowledging he will need to rebuild trust with the organization and community.
“I thank the Spurs for allowing me time to step away to sort out issues in my personal life,” he wrote on X. “I understand that I will have to regain trust within the organization and across our community, a community where I will continue to be present with enthusiasm and passion. I believe I have the best job in the world and am thrilled to be able to continue as the team’s play-by-play announcer.”
The controversy began in July when Tobey’s Instagram account posted allegations that he had cheated on his longtime girlfriend with Loren Waters, the sister of Spurs guard Lindy Waters III.
“This is my girlfriend of six years,” the post read. “But I cheated on her with Loren Waters. So feel free to continue following me if you really think I’m a good guy because I’m not. :)”
Tobey’s departure drew criticism, including from Colin Cowherd and former Spurs player Danny Green, who questioned whether his personal conduct warranted losing his job.
“I love everything the Spurs do and how they operate as an organization,” Green said. “They run a tight ship. They don’t deal with no BS, and they don’t like drama, so I understand certain issues. They’re going to be like, ‘No, we can’t allow this.’
“To me, this was not one of those issues.”
Tobey will now resume his broadcasting duties while working to restore trust following the controversy.
