Nickeil Alexander-Walker, a guard for the Atlanta Hawks, has been recognized as the NBA's Most Improved Player for the 2025-26 season. The 27-year-old had a standout year, starting in 71 of the 78 games he played, averaging 20.8 points, 3.7 assists, 3.4 rebounds, and 1.3 steals per game, all of which are personal bests. He also set a franchise record by making 251 three-pointers at a shooting percentage of 39.9%. Alexander-Walker was traded to the Hawks from the Minnesota Timberwolves on July 6, 2025. This achievement marks the Hawks as the first team in NBA history to have consecutive winners of the Most Improved Player award, following last year’s winner, Dyson Daniels. As of now, the Hawks are competing in the postseason, leading the New York Knicks 2-1 in their Eastern Conference first-round series.