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Blazers are sitting on a breakout star and the league has no idea

Portland Trail Blazers guard Shaedon Sharpe is coming off the best statistical season of his young career, averaging 18.5 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 2.8 assists on 45/31/79 shooting splits. But signs point to him having an even better season in 2025-26. He's in the top ten in odds to win Most Improved Player of the Year on DraftKings Sportsbook, and for good reason.

It remains to be seen if Sharpe will be a starter next season. Head coach Chauncey Billups benched Sharpe last year because of his lackluster defense, which was a bold move that played a key role in Portland's midseason turnaround.