NBA 2K23 SF ratings: Here are the best small forwards for 2023, from LeBron James to DeMar DeRozan

Kyle Irving

NBA 2K23 SF ratings: Here are the best small forwards for 2023, from LeBron James to DeMar DeRozan image

Do we finally have a debate for the best small forward in the newest version of NBA 2K?

For years, LeBron James has been not only the highest-rated small forward, but the highest-rated player in the game overall.

As The King enters his 20th (!) NBA season, at age 37, will he fall off from his top spot as the best small forward in NBA 2K23?

When NBA 2K22's ratings updates closed, James (96 OVR) was still the top-rated player at his position. Kawhi Leonard remained a 95 overall throughout the season despite missing the entire year with an injury, while Jimmy Butler jumped up to a 92 overall following an impressive playoff run.

Did LeBron hold down his spot as the top-rated small forward in NBA 2K23? You can find the highest-rated players at the position below.

NBA 2K23 SF ratings: Who are the highest rated small forwards?

LeBron James is, rightfully so, the highest-rated small forward in 2K. Kawhi Leonard is still right behind him, with Jimmy Butler filing in third.

Other forwards like DeMar DeRozan and Jaylen Brown took a leap following big seasons last year.

Highest-rated small forwards in NBA 2K23
Rank Player Team Overall
1. LeBron James Lakers 96
2. Kawhi Leonard Clippers 94
3. Jimmy Butler Heat 93
4. DeMar DeRozan Bulls 89
5. Jaylen Brown Celtics 87
6. Khris Middleton Bucks 86
  Brandon Ingram Pelicans 86
8. RJ Barrett Knicks 84
  Andrew Wiggins Warriors 84
10. Mikal Bridges Suns 83
  Desmond Bane Grizzlies 83
12. Keldon Johnson Spurs 82
13. OG Anunoby Raptors 81
  Kyle Kuzma Wizards 81

Kyle Irving

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You read that wrong – not Kyrie Irving. From Boston, graduated from the University of New Hampshire. Sixth season as a content producer for NBA.com's Global editions. Covering the NBA Draft has become his annual "dream come true" moment on the job. Irving has a soft spot for pass-first point guards, with Rajon Rondo and Steve Nash being two of his favorite players of all time.