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History of the Blazers: NBA’s Most Improved Player Winners

This season, the Trail Blazers are set to unveil several festivities tied to the 50-year anniversary of the organization. To keep with that theme, we are taking a look back at Portland’s history with each league-wide award. Today’s focus looks at the players that earned the NBA’s Most Improved Player award for their work in a Blazers uniform. Along with the winners, we take a brief look at the players who narrowly missed out on securing that honor.

  • Kevin Duckworth | C | Season: 1987-88

Kevin Duckworth edged out a stacked field for MIP honors after the conclusion of the 1987-88 season.