It’s a bit of an odd award, to be sure. Since the 1985-86 season, the NBA has handed out the Most Improved Player Award, now known as the George Mikan Trophy. It’s designed to reward a player ...
"Nicknamed Mr. Basketball, he led the league ... 99 jersey retired in Lakers lore." HoopsHype on Mikan: "The first truly dominant NBA big man, George Mikan used his massive size to his advantage ...