Can Markus Howard help the Denver Nuggets next season?

Markus Howard, Denver Nuggets (Photo by Nic Antaya/Getty Images)

The Denver Nuggets have officially brought back Markus Howard on a Two-Way contract according to the team’s official release. Howard will be entering his second season in the league and with the Nuggets.

The 22-year-old played 37 games for the Nuggets this past season, averaging 2.8 points. While it wasn’t much of a sample size, it’s understandable since he’s a Two-Way player. His contract means he’ll likely be splitting time between Denver and the Grand Rapids Gold next season.

Despite sitting at the end of the bench, Jamal Murray’s injury forced Michael Malone to look for other options at the guard spot and Howard played nine…