Popular basketball video game NBA 2K has released its player ratings, with Nikola Jokic and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander headlining the list.

Jokic and Gilgeous-Alexander, the last two NBA MVP winners, both earn a staggering 98 OVR, tying for the highest overall ratings in NBA 2K26 and reaffirming their league dominance heading into the new season.

Giannis Antetokounmpo lands at 97 OVR, securing the third spot and maintaining elite-caliber status for the Bucks.

Luka Doncic and Anthony Edwards round out the top 5 – both rated 95 OVR – showcasing their impact with their teams as they look for playoff success next season.

Stephen Curry, LeBron James, Jayson Tatum, and Victor Wembanyama follow suit, all clocking in at 94 OVR, rounding out the league’s highest-rated talent.

Kevin Durant comes in at 93 OVR to round out the top 10 and just leaves the 94 club by a hair.

Notable Patterns from the Ratings

• Dual Kings: The only pair sharing the No. 1 spot – a rare distinction for Jokić and SGA 
• Lakers’ Unique Placement: The Lakers are the only team with two players in the top 10 – LeBron and Luka.
• Youth Rising: Anthony Edwards and Wembanyama's elite ratings reflect their ascent into the game's elite tier/
• Enduring Legends: LeBron (94), Curry (94), and Durant (93) demonstrate that age hasn't slowed down their virtual – and real-life – relevancy.

These ratings don’t just reflect career narratives, but shape how fans play the game. With preorders live and NBA 2K26 launching September 5, this list informs strategy for gamers – determining who you build around in MyTEAM, MyCAREER, or MyGM modes.