Originally drafted by the #SanAntonioSpurs, Duckworth was acquired in a trade with the #Blazers for #WalterBerry. He moved into the starting role in Game 37 for #Portland and scored in double-figures in 44 games and grabbed 10 plus rebounds in 18 of the final 45 games. Teammate #JeromeKersey received votes in the poll as well, finishing in fifth place.
May 12, 1988 - @trailblazers.bsky.social center #KevinDuckworth is named the @nba.com Most Improved Player.
The second year center from #EasternIllinois had his statistics jump from 5.4 points and 3.4 rebounds in his rookie season to 15.8 points and 7.4.
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