Overview
- Multiple outlets published the game's Top 10 player list Monday, placing Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Victor Wembanyama and Nikola Jokić in the top tier.
- Reports disagree on exact overall values with Bleacher Report and But Why Tho listing the trio at 97 OVR while Heavy published SGA and Jokić at 98 and Wembanyama at 97.
- The players reported across sources as cracking the Top 10 include Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Victor Wembanyama, Nikola Jokić, Luka Dončić, Jalen Brunson, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Anthony Edwards, Cade Cunningham, Stephen Curry, and Kevin Durant.
- 2K has scheduled The Preseason Breakdown reveal stream for August 18 and confirmed Early Access for Deluxe/Ultra editions on August 28 ahead of the full September 4 launch.
- 2K ratings are provisional and updated during the NBA season, which explains fan backlash over perceived snubs now and means in‑game ratings could shift based on players’ real‑world performance.