Nickeil Alexander-Walker Wins 2026 NBA Most Improved Player Award
Alexander-Walker named Most Improved Player
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Nickeil Alexander-Walker of the Atlanta Hawks has been named the 2026 NBA Most Improved Player, following teammate Dyson Daniels. Alexander-Walker averaged a career-high 20.8 points, significantly improving from his previous season and setting a franchise record for 3-pointers made.
- 01Nickeil Alexander-Walker averaged 20.8 points, 3.7 assists, and 3.4 rebounds this season.
- 02He increased his scoring by 11.4 points from the previous season, marking the third-highest improvement in 25 years.
- 03Alexander-Walker set a franchise record with 251 three-pointers in the 2025-26 season.
- 04This is the second consecutive year an Atlanta Hawks player has won the Most Improved Player award.
- 05Alexander-Walker's performance helped the Hawks maintain their playoff status despite key injuries.
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Nickeil Alexander-Walker has been awarded the 2026 NBA Most Improved Player, becoming the second consecutive player from the Atlanta Hawks to receive this honor, following teammate Dyson Daniels. This season, Alexander-Walker posted career highs with an average of 20.8 points, 3.7 assists, and 3.4 rebounds, alongside 1.3 steals. His scoring increased by 11.4 points from the previous season, which is the third-highest improvement over the last 25 years. He also set a franchise record by making 251 three-pointers, ranking fourth in the league for the season. Hawks coach Quin Snyder praised Alexander-Walker's dedication and work ethic, which contributed to the team's success, especially during a challenging season marked by injuries. General manager Onsi Saleh expressed excitement for Alexander-Walker's future growth within the Hawks organization.
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Alexander-Walker's recognition boosts the Hawks' profile and morale, reinforcing their competitiveness in the league.
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