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Author: Anthony Vlahovic
Last Updated: 08 April, 2025
2024-25 NBA Most Improved Player Odds
The Most Improved Player award in the NBA is one of the most interesting accolades a player can receive. While the rest of the awards handed out in the league have stats that can help narrow the field, the MIP can either be an award with a clear-cut winner or, like this past season, it can be given to a player like Tyrese Maxey. Many could argue that Maxey has been playing at an equally strong level over the past two seasons, but that is one of the reasons why betting on this award can be difficult.
As the season heads into April, Dyson Daniels sits atop the odds board as he recently jumped Cade Cunningham, who had been the favorite for a few months. Below, we'll break down the best price NBA bettors can get for the top candidates for this award.
2024-25 NBA Most Improved Player - Best Odds
Player | Opening Odds | Current Best Odds |
|---|---|---|
Dyson Daniels | +6600 | -800 (Bet365) |
Cade Cunningham | +2000 | +500 (Bet365) |
Austin Reaves | +10,000 | +8000 (DraftKings) |
Christian Braun | +9000 | +15,000 (BetMGM) |
Tyler Herro | N/A | +25,000 (BetMGM) |
Evan Mobley | +1100 | +25,000 (BetMGM) |
*Odds as of April 8, 2025
* = the same odds are offered by multiple sportsbooks.
2024-25 NBA Most Improved Player - Top 4 Contenders
Player | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Dyson Daniels | - | -1400 | -1200 | -800 |
Cade Cunningham | - | +400 | +400 | +500 |
Austin Reaves | - | +8000 | OTB | +8000 |
Christian Braun | - | +10,000 | +15,000 | +10,000 |
*Odds as of April 8, 2025
Current Favorites
Dyson Daniels (-800 to -1400): Since he was acquired by the Hawks, Dyson Daniels has taken a big step forward in his development. In year three of his career, Daniels is averaging 14.2 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 4.3 assists while also being one of the top candidates for Defensive Player of the Year. Between his averaging in double figures for the first time and the fact that he's averaging 3.0 steals per game, Daniels has found himself as the favorite for this award with only a few games left in the season.
Cade Cunningham (+400 to +500): It's been quite a while since the Detroit Pistons were a competitive basketball team, and while they may not be title contenders just yet, they do have the makings of a playoff team. Cade Cunningham and his ascension into a star has been a big reason for the Pistons' leap, as he is averaging 25.9 points per game while also ranking fourth in the league in assists per game with 9.1. In February, Cunningham averaged 25.9 points and 10.1 assists per game, and in March, he averaged 27.3 points and 8.4 assists per game.
Christian Braun (+10,000 to +15,000): The Denver Nuggets just know how to identify talent, and Christian Braun is the latest example of that. The third-year guard is averaging career highs in points (15.4), rebounds (5.2), and assists (2.5) this season, as he's solidified himself as a valuable weapon on both ends of the floor. On top of his spike in offensive production, Braun is also averaging a career-high 1.1 steals and .5 blocks per game.
Past NBA Most Improved Player Award Winners
Season | Player | Team | Opening odds |
|---|---|---|---|
2023-24 | Tyrese Maxey | Philadelphia 76ers | +1200 |
2022-23 | Lauri Markkanen | Utah Jazz | N/A |
2021-22 | Ja Morant | Memphis Grizzlies | +3000 |
2020-21 | Julius Randle | New York Knicks | +2000 |
2019-20 | Brandon Ingram | New Orleans Pelicans | +4000 |
2018-19 | Pascal Siakam | Toronto Raptors | N/A |
2017-18 | Victor Oladipo | Indiana Pacers | +2500 |
2016-17 | Giannis Antetokounmpo | Milwaukee Bucks | N/A |
2015-16 | CJ McCollum | Portland Trail Blazers | N/A |
2014-15 | Jimmy Butler | Chicago Bulls | N/A |
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