The Nuggets decided to use a two-way spot on Spencer Jones because they saw some potential as a versatile wing who could develop into an NBA-caliber player on both ends of the court. But they definitely didn’t anticipate needing to thrust Jones into the rotation in the early weeks of the season, and certainly not being forced to make him a starter by November.
Thanks to injuries and stellar two-way play from Jones, that’s exactly what has happened. Jones was earning minutes early in the season thanks to his defense, but as key wing players started going down one after another, Jones’ role only grew.