Highest-rated players in NBA 2K24: Jokic, LeBron, Antetokounmpo & more announced
2KNBA 2K24’s player ratings have finally been revealed, with big-name pros like LeBron James, Joel Embiid, Jimmy Butler, Nikola Jokic, and Steph Curry getting their ratings locked in ahead of the much-anticipated release.
NBA 2K24 will see the addition of cross-platform play for the first time in the game series’ history, as well as other features that are set to be unveiled during the month of August.
However, one piece of the puzzle that needed to be filled in is the player ratings. Every year, 2K will update player ratings to reflect real-life performances in the NBA.
But, which will be the best basketball stars to play with this year? Let’s take a look at the ratings for the best of the best in 2K24.
2KThe highest-rated players in NBA 2K24
On August 9, 2K confirmed which players will start the year with the best ratings.
Here’s a list of the players who will have the highest ratings at the start of NBA 2K24:
| Player Name | Team | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Nikola Jokic | Denver Nuggets | 98 |
| Giannis Antetokounmpo | Milwaukee Bucks | 96 |
| LeBron James | Los Angeles Lakers | 96 |
| Joel Embiid | Philadelphia 76ers | 96 |
| Kevin Durant | Phoenix Suns | 96 |
| Stephen Curry | Golden State Warriors | 96 |
| Luka Doncic | Dallas Mavericks | 95 |
| Jayson Tatum | Boston Celtics | 95 |
| Jimmy Butler | Miami Heat | 95 |
| Kawhi Leonard | Los Angeles Clippers | 94 |
| Devin Booker | Phoenix Suns | 94 |
| Damian Lillard | Portland Trail Blazers | 94 |
2022-23 NBA champion Nikola Jokic is the highest-rated player in NBA 2K24, as the Serbian sensation will begin the year as a 98 OVR.
Giannis Antetokounmpo and LeBron James, both of whom had incredible campaigns last season, round out the top three.
Reigning NBA MVP Joel Embiid is the fourth-best player in the game, as he’ll open up the season with a 96 OVR. Kevin Durant, Stephen Curry, and NBA 2K22 cover athlete Luka Doncic are among other notable players in the top 10.
We’ll be updating the list as the year goes on, as 2K traditionally tweaks the roster via roster updates throughout the season. Be sure to check out more NBA 2K24 coverage on Dexerto.