NBA 2K23 ratings tracker: Updated list for top players, including Giannis Antetokounmpo, Kevin Durant and LeBron James

Kyle Irving

NBA 2K23 ratings tracker: Updated list for top players, including Giannis Antetokounmpo, Kevin Durant and LeBron James image

You know the release for the latest NBA 2K is right around the corner when ratings start to get revealed and the debates begin.

With NBA 2K23 set to drop on Friday, Sept. 9, the 2K team has begun to announce the latest ratings for the top players in the game. In addition to the top players, they have also revealed the top-rated rookies in this year's game, as well as some other ratings upon each NBA player's request on Twitter.

Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo took the title as the best player in NBA 2K23, sitting atop the list with a 97 overall rating. There's a large group of players right on his tail, as LeBron James, Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant, Nikola Jokic and Joel Embiid are all rated at 96 overall to start the season.

Take a look at the NBA 2K23 ratings that have been revealed so far. Who is rated too high, too low or just right?

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NBA 2K23 player ratings

NBA 2K's official Twitter page has begun to release player ratings, starting with the highest-rated players in the game.

The 2K team is also responding to players who request their ratings, giving fans a few bonus ratings reveals throughout the coming days.

Below, you can find a list of the ratings we know so far. (Note: This is an incomplete list and will be updated as more ratings are revealed.)

Player Team Rating
Giannis Antetokounmpo Bucks 97
LeBron James Lakers 96
Stephen Curry Warriors 96
Kevin Durant Nets 96
Nikola Jokic Nuggets 96
Joel Embiid 76ers 96
Luka Doncic Mavericks 95
Kawhi Leonard Clippers 94
Ja Morant Grizzlies 93
Jayson Tatum Celtics 93
Jimmy Butler Heat 93
Devin Booker Suns 91
DeMar DeRozan Bulls 89
Zach LaVine Bulls 88
Rudy Gobert Timberwolves 88
Zion Williamson Pelicans 87
LaMelo Ball Hornets 87
Cade Cunningham Pistons 84
Paolo Banchero Magic 78
Jabari Smith Jr. Rockets 78
Chet Holmgren Thunder 77
Keegan Murray Kings 76
Jaden Ivey Pistons 76

When does NBA 2K23 come out?

The release date for NBA 2K23 is set for Friday, Sept. 9.

NBA 2K23 editions and prices

So far, NBA 2K23 has released the names of five editions: the "Standard Edition," the "Michael Jordan Edition," the "Championship Edition," the "WNBA Edition" and the "Dreamer Edition."

Here is the pricing for each edition:

NBA 2K23 Standard Edition price

Current-Gen Price: $59.99

Next-Gen Price: $69.99

NBA 2K23 Michael Jordan Edition price

Current-Gen Price: $99.99

Next-Gen Price: $99.99

NBA 2K23 Championship Edition price

Current-Gen Price: $149.99

Next-Gen Price: $149.99

NBA 2K23 WNBA Edition price

Next-Gen Price: $69.99

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.