NBA Today: 5 Early predictions for Most Improved Player Award in 2019-20 season

Modified Nov 08, 2022 11:44 GMT

Steven Adams is among the players that will be in the mix to win the MIP award

#4 Lonzo Ball

Lonzo Ball could play a bigger role following his move to New Orleans

Upon bring drafted second overall by the Los Angeles Lakers in 2017, Magic Johnson declared Lonzo Ball as the future face of the franchise. However, after two injury-hit seasons, the young point guard finds himself with a new opportunity in New Orleans.

The move ensures that Ball will no longer have to worry about being benched down the stretch, and the 21-year-old will be afforded plenty of responsibility on a young Pelicans roster.

Ball will need to continue to improve his jump shot, and staying fit will be vital as the guard has missed 40% of games during his two seasons in the league.

Nevertheless, it is worth remembering that he averaged 10.2 points, 7.2 assists, and 6.9 rebounds before LeBron James showed up in LA, and it is possible that he could near a triple-double with the Pelicans.