Hawks' Dyson Daniels wins NBA Most Improved Player award

Atlanta Hawks guard Dyson Daniels has been named the NBA's 2024-25 Most Improved Player, edging out Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham and LA Clippers center Ivica Zubac in the voting. After being traded from the New Orleans Pelicans, Daniels saw a dramatic rise in his production, averaging career highs in points, rebounds, assists, and leading the league with 3.0 steals per game. His jump from a part-time role in New Orleans to a starting spot in Atlanta, along with improved shooting efficiency, set him apart in the eyes of voters. While Cunningham and Zubac both posted career-best seasons, Daniels' significant leap in responsibility and impact was viewed as more substantial. The award was determined by a panel of 100 writers and broadcasters, who also recently honored other players in various seasonal award categories. Daniels becomes just the second Hawk to earn this accolade, joining Alan Henderson, who won in 1998.