​Jacob Tobey’s tenure as the San Antonio Spurs’ television play-by-play announcer appears to have ended abruptly after allegations involving the sister of a current Spurs player. The controversy began earlier this week when Tobey’s Instagram posts seemed to acknowledge an affair with Loren Waters, the sister of Spurs guard Lindy Waters III, according to Yahoo. One post showed a photo of Tobey’s longtime girlfriend with the caption: “This is my girlfriend of six years. But I cheated on her with Loren Waters. @lorenkwatrs So feel free to continue following me if you really think I’m a good guy because I’m not. :)” A second Instagram story appeared to display a photo strip of Tobey and Loren Waters kissing. The posts rapidly circulated on social media, drawing notable attention from NBA fans and media observers.
Ryan Glasspiegel of Front Office Sports reports that the fallout has reached Tobey’s broadcasting role, quoting Tobey as saying he “is out as the Spurs’ lead play-by-play announcer.” The timing is notable because the Spurs have not yet secured a local television home for the upcoming season. FanDuel Sports Network ended its carriage of the team’s local broadcasts after last season, leaving San Antonio seeking a new partner for local coverage.
In many cases, teams maintain the same on-air talent even after switching networks. Tobey, who joined the Spurs before the 2024-25 season, seemed positioned to continue calling games regardless of which platform ultimately obtained the local broadcast rights. Instead, his reported exit follows the viral allegations involving Loren Waters, whose brother remains an active member of San Antonio’s roster. While public figures in sports media can continue successful careers after infidelity accusations, the circumstances here appear distinctive because they involve the immediate family of a current player. That connection could raise concerns about professional boundaries and potential conflicts of interest, though the Spurs have not publicly commented on the reported decision.
Lindy Waters III appeared in 40 games for San Antonio during the 2025-26 season, averaging 2.4 points per game. Before entering the NBA, he starred at Oklahoma State and has spent time with the Oklahoma City Thunder, Golden State Warriors, and Detroit Pistons. Before joining San Antonio, Tobey had built an extensive broadcasting résumé. He served as a weekend sports anchor in Denver and worked as a play-by-play announcer for Fox Sports and the Pac-12 Network. The Massachusetts native earned his degree from Suffolk University in 2018 and continued advancing in the realm of sports broadcasting.
Loren Waters has established herself in the film industry, with emphasis on growth and visibility in entertainment. She has contributed to projects and roles that underscore her versatility and ambition within the industry.