NBA Predictions: Who Will Be the League Most Improved Player?

D’Angelo Russell

The Los Angeles Lakers are a popular choice for a place that someone is going to be ready to take over and the overwhelming belief is that it all starts with Russell. Here are a few predictions.

“The home of this year’s Most Improved Player will be in Los Angeles. With one of the greatest players in NBA history finally retired, it’s clear that the Lakers are missing their superstar and leader. That’s why I believe guard D’Angelo Russell will make a big leap this season and fill the role as the face of the Lakers franchise. Russell’s numbers last season were above average, but I believe with the distraction of Kobe Bryant gone and the franchise ready to finally move forward with the new crop of talent, Russell will have the reigns of the offense and will perform at a much higher level.”

– Eron Ramadanov

“This one is always fun to predict but I’m going with D’Angelo Russell. Kobe is gone and the keys to the kingdom are all his. Los Angeles knows they won’t be competing for the playoffs this season, therefore Russell will be unleashed. 

I believe the Summer League and preseason was just the beginning as he takes the next step in his career this season. We could see multiple 30 point games, and possibly some 40 pointers, as Russell shows he is one of the bright young stars in the league.”

– Isaac Harris

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