Atlanta Hawks guard Dyson Daniels (5) attempts to pass the ball as New York Knicks guard Delon Wright (0) defends during the second half of an NBA basketball game, Saturday, April 5, 2025, in Atlanta.

Daniels, who led the NBA in steals while making dramatic improvements in scoring, rebounds and assists for Atlanta, was named the league’s most improved player Wednesday.

Feb 12, 2025; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) looks to drive past Atlanta Hawks guard Dyson Daniels (5) in the second quarter at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory ...

New York Knicks’ Jalen Brunson (11) gestures after making a three-point shot during the second half of Game 4 in the Eastern Conference semifinals of the NBA basketball playoffs against the ...

New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) looks to drive past Atlanta Hawks guard Dyson Daniels (5) in the second quarter at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images ...

The emphasis Dyson Daniels placed on defense earned him a starting job in his first year with the Atlanta Hawks and respect throughout the NBA.

Dyson Daniels, who led the NBA in steals while making dramatic improvements in scoring, rebounds and assists for Atlanta, was named the league’s most improved player.

The New York Knicks host the Detroit Pistons on Monday, April 21 for Game 2 of their NBA Playoffs series.

Daniels, who led the NBA in steals while making dramatic improvements in scoring, rebounds and assists for Atlanta, was named the league’s most improved player Wednesday.

Daniels, who led the NBA in steals while making dramatic improvements in scoring, rebounds and assists for Atlanta, was named the league’s most improved player Wednesday.