Shelton Jones
Shelton Jones | |
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| Born | April 4, 1966 |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation | Professional basketball player (retired) |
| Years active | 1988–2004 |
| Known for | NBA player, CBA MVP and champion |
Shelton Jones (born April 4, 1966) is a retired American professional basketball athlete who competed at the collegiate level for St. John's University. In the 1988 NBA draft, he was chosen in the second round as the 27th overall pick by the San Antonio Spurs. During the 1988–89 NBA season, Jones divided his time among the Spurs, Golden State Warriors, and Philadelphia 76ers. He also took part in the NBA Slam Dunk Contest, where he advanced to the semi-finals and ultimately secured fourth place. The Minnesota Timberwolves selected him 16th in the 1989 NBA expansion draft, but he was released prior to the start of that season and did not make a return to the NBA.
Jones enjoyed an extensive tenure in the Continental Basketball Association (CBA), representing several teams such as the Tulsa Fast Breakers, Rapid City Thrillers, Florida Beachdogs, Oklahoma City Cavalry, Connecticut Pride, and Great Lakes Storm between 1988 and 2004. In 1997, he captured a CBA title with the Cavalry, and in 1996, he earned accolades including CBA Most Valuable Player, All-Star Game MVP, and selection to the All-CBA First Team.
Following his playing career, Jones established the Shelton Jones Foundation, dedicated to guiding student-athletes toward achievement by emphasizing sportsmanship, community involvement, and personal growth.