Amidst a lot of news from players attempting to make an NBA comeback, one former all-star has already made his return to the court. But this time it's not as a player.

According to Marc J. Spears of Undefeated, 11-year pro Josh Howard was hired as head coach of an NCAA school:

Piedmont International University is a private Bible College and Graduate School in Winston Salem, North Carolina and plays in Division III's National Christian College Athletic Association conference.

Howard was the 29th pick in the 2003 draft which is considered as one of the best rookie batches in history with the likes of LeBron James, Carmelo Anthony, Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh as part of it. He played for four different teams (Mavericks, Wizards, Jazz and Timberwolves) in the NBA and was an all-star in 2007.

Howard had so much promise at the peak of his career but suffered two ACL injuries in 2010 and 2012. After rehabbing on his second surgery, he attempted a comeback to the NBA with a stint with the D-League's Austin Toros to regain his confidence and get his game back. Things did not go according to plan as he was not the same player anymore. Howard was eventually waived by the team.

The Wake Forest product owns career averages of 14.3 points, 5.7 rebounds and 1.6 assists in 30.3 minutes per game and was one of the most versatile players during his time. His ability to drive to the basket on offense and defend the opponent's two or three position made him a valuable asset to his teams.

Now that he has another chance in basketball, the 6-7 guard-forward is looking to make the most with this opportunity. Howard may not have made a successful return to the NBA as a player but if he finds success in the NCAA, maybe in the future he can return to the NBA as a coach.