Overview
- In mid-August 2K released its NBA 2K27 Top 100 and Top 10 player ratings, placing Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Victor Wembanyama and Nikola Jokić at the summit of the list.
- Most outlets report the leading trio at a 97 overall rating while some publications published conflicting numbers that listed higher scores for select players.
- Luka Dončić is listed as the fourth-highest player with a 96 overall, and the revealed Top 10 also includes Jalen Brunson, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Anthony Edwards, Cade Cunningham, Stephen Curry and Kevin Durant.
- 2K is following the ratings reveal with a Preseason Breakdown stream to detail gameplay and mode changes and has confirmed Early Access on August 28 for Deluxe/Ultra editions and a full launch on September 4, 2026.
- Fans and outlets flagged perceived snubs and ranking disagreements after the reveal, and 2K’s policy of adjusting player ratings during the real NBA season means these values can change after launch.