second in points per game (22.1). He subsequently earned NBL All-Star Five honours for the third time. In Taranaki's semi-final, Jones recorded 25 points, 13 rebounds and six assists in a 105–95 loss to the Manawatu Jets. 2020–21 season In December 2020, Jones signed with Al-Ittihad Manama of the Bahraini Premier League. On January 1, 2021, he recorded 51 points and 29 rebounds in a 114–106 win over Isa Town. In seven games, he averaged 36.1 points, 20.9 rebounds, 3.9 assists, 1.3 steals and 1.3 blocks per game. On April 2, 2021, Jones re-signed with the Taranaki Mountainairs for the 2021 New Zealand NBL season. On July 3, he recorded 39 points and 15 rebounds in a 101–99 loss to the Franklin Bulls. In 17 games, he averaged 23.2 points, 9.6 rebounds, 3.8 assists, 1.7 steals and 1.1 blocks per game. 2021–22 season In October 2021, Jones joined Sitra Club of the Bahraini Premier League. After averaging 32.7 points, 17.5 rebounds, 4.6 assists, 1.8 steals and 1 block in 10 games, he joined Al Qadsia in Kuwait in March 2022. On May 14, 2022, Jones re-signed with the Taranaki Airs for the 2022 New Zealand NBL season. He helped the Airs win the minor premiership with a first-place finish a 12–6 record. In 14 games, he averaged 12.6 points, 7.2 rebounds, 1.8 assists and 1.3 steals per game. 2022–23 season In October 2022, Jones joined Malvín of the Liga Uruguaya de Básquetbol. On January 17, 2023, Jones re-signed with the Taranaki Airs for the 2023 New Zealand NBL season. Personal life Jones is the son Marie and Michael Jones, and has two brothers, Matthew and Mason. Jones and his wife, Megan, have one daughter, Arya. Jones has appeared in various movies such as The Princess Diaries, Beautiful and Big Momma's House, as well as television shows such as Even Stevens, Smart Guy and One on One. In March 2012, Jones applied for New Zealand citizenship to be able to play as a local in the National Basketball League and have the opportunity to represent the Tall Blacks in international competition. In June 2012, he received his citizenship. References External links OSU Beavers player bio Euroleague player profile Canterbury Rams player profile Canterbury Ram Marcel Jones out to prove doubters wrong after Tall Blacks snub Three of first four NBL games away for Canterbury Rams Canterbury Rams forward Marcel Jones is