The NBA’s Most Improved Player Award used to celebrate unexpected leaps from lesser-known talents like Darrell Armstrong, but has now shifted towards rewarding high-profile players. However, potential candidates for a breakout season include Jalen Smith of the Chicago Bulls, Vasilije Micić of the Charlotte Hornets, Trendon Watford of the Brooklyn Nets, and Julian Champagnie of the San Antonio Spurs, who all possess the skills and opportunity to make a significant impact and surprise the league.
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The Los Angeles Clippers will face the Cleveland Cavaliers at 10:30 p.m. ET on Tuesday at the Intuit Dome, with Cleveland favored by 3 points in the game. The Cavs are on a 16-1 streak, while the Clippers have won six of their last seven contests. Cleveland's Evan Mobley is questionable for the game, and the model predicts a close matchup with the under as a lean and a point-spread pick hitting in 60% of...
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