The long wait is over! The NBA 2K25 player ratings have arrived. Find out the best players in every basketball position in this article, along with exciting information.
NBA 2K
NBA 2K has been around for over two decades and has remained one of the best, if not the best, premier basketball simulation video games around the globe. The incredibly realistic gameplay has provided users with an unmatched experience playing as one of the league’s star players.
In every edition of the video game, players correspond with overall ratings, which also change based on the performances of the actual NBA players in every season. With the release of NBA 2K25 right around the corner, the time has come to look at the new official rankings and overall ratings of the hardwood stars. The following list displays the best players in every position.
Point Guard
Luka Doncic – 97 OVR
The 25-year-old Slovenian from the Dallas Mavericks has bagged the top spot for the point guard overall rankings. The specialty of Doncic’s game in NBA 2K is his amazing playmaking. With his outstanding 98 passing accuracy, he can throw the ball to his teammates from anywhere on the court to score a basket. What makes him an even greater threat in the game is his ability to shoot the ball himself using his 88 three-point shot rating.
His NBA 2K25 statistical ratings are as follows:
- Inside Scoring – 86
- Outside Scoring – 92
- Defending – 68
- Rebounding – 77
- Playmaking – 95
- Athleticism – 86
Luka Doncic averaged 33.9 points, 9.2 rebounds, 9.2 assists, and 48.7 field goal percentage in the 2023 – 2024 NBA season.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander – 97 OVR
Tied at the first rank with Doncic is the rising star of the Oklahoma City Thunder. Shai has established himself as one of the league’s best last season with his top-notch shooting prowess, making him average a 98 close shot rating and 82 three-point shot rating in 2K. Draining shots close to the basket and from downtown is effortless for Shai.
His NBA 2K25 statistical ratings are as follows:
- Inside Scoring – 77
- Outside Scoring – 94
- Defending – 82
- Rebounding – 58
- Playmaking – 93
- Athleticism – 85
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander averaged 30.1 points, 5.5 rebounds, 6.2 assists, and 53.5 field goal percentage in the 2023 – 2024 NBA season.
Shooting Guard
Anthony Edwards – 95 OVR
Taking the top spot is “ANT” from the Minnesota Timberwolves, who has taken the biggest jump among any other players from his 88 previous overall rating. Edwards’ best asset in the game is his shooting ability near the basket and from beyond the arc. He possesses a 95 close shot rating and an incredible 86 three-point shot rating
His NBA 2K25 statistical ratings are as follows:
- Inside Scoring – 77
- Outside Scoring – 92
- Defending – 72
- Rebounding – 50
- Playmaking – 79
- Athleticism – 87
Anthony Edwards averaged 25.9 points, 5.4 rebounds, 5.1 assists, and 46.1 field goal percentage in the 2023 – 2024 NBA season.
Devin Booker – 95 OVR
Joining the top spot for the best shooting guard is one of the game’s next faces from the Phoenix Suns. Similarly to most players, the best aspect of his game is the outside scoring. With his 97 close shot rating and 87 three-point shot rating, teams will have a hard time guarding him as he can shoot from anywhere on the court.
His NBA 2K25 statistical ratings are as follows:
- Inside Scoring – 79
- Outside Scoring – 94
- Defending – 65
- Rebounding – 45
- Playmaking – 91
- Athleticism – 82
Devin Booker averaged 27.1 points, 4.5 rebounds, 6.9 assists, and 49.2 field goal percentage in the 2023 – 2024 NBA season.
Small Forward
LeBron James – 96 OVR
The kid from Akron has no doubt been nothing but impressive in his year 21, having the highest rating in his position. Even if he is way past his prime, he has continued to defy father time by consistently making athleticism his best attribute. King James holds a deadly 99 stamina rating. Moreover, his relatively good 85 three-point shot rating makes him a threat that shall not be overlooked by opponents.
His NBA 2K25 statistical ratings are as follows:
- Inside Scoring – 90
- Outside Scoring – 87
- Defending – 76
- Rebounding – 62
- Playmaking – 89
- Athleticism – 92
LeBron James averaged 25.7 points, 7.3 rebounds, 8.3 assists, and 54 field goal percentage in the 2023 – 2024 NBA season.
Jason Tatum – 96 OVR
Sharing the first spot of the best small forwards with King James is none other than the reigning NBA Champion from the Boston Celtics. Again, the highest rating aspect of Tatum is his outside scoring. Reaching a 97 mid-range shot rating and 87 three-point shot rating cements him as a menace from the perimeter in 2K history.
His NBA 2K25 statistical ratings are as follows:
- Inside Scoring – 84
- Outside Scoring – 92
- Defending – 77
- Rebounding – 64
- Playmaking – 79
- Athleticism – 84
Jason Tatum averaged 26.9 points, 8.1 rebounds, 4.9 assists, and 47.1 field goal percentage in the 2023 – 2024 NBA season.
Power Forward
Giannis Antetokounmpo – 97 OVR
Alone in the mountain top of the highest ranking small forwards is the Greek Freak from the Milwaukee Bucks. While his offensive rating is not remarkable, he compensates for it with his marvelous defense mastery along with athleticism, which becomes his best abilities in NBA 2K. Giannis has a 98 stamina rating and 90 interior defense rating that continues to give players a hard time driving and scoring the basket.
His NBA 2K25 statistical ratings are as follows:
- Inside Scoring – 88
- Outside Scoring – 81
- Defending – 84
- Rebounding – 77
- Playmaking – 85
- Athleticism – 91
Giannis Antetokounmpo averaged 30.4 points, 11.5 rebounds, 6.5 assists, and 61.1 field goal percentage in the 2023 – 2024 NBA season.
Center
Nikola Jokic – 98 OVR
Ranked as the best center in the game is the defending NBA MVP from the Denver Nuggets. The Joker fully took over the game last season leading all players in several categories. His performance transpired in the virtual game, letting him have elite skills from inside and outside scoring, with 91 ratings respectively. He owns a 99 close shot rating that makes him nearly unstoppable.
His NBA 2K25 statistical ratings are as follows:
- Inside Scoring – 91
- Outside Scoring – 91
- Defending – 66
- Rebounding – 87
- Playmaking – 84
- Athleticism – 77
Nikola Jokic averaged 26.4 points, 12.4 rebounds, 9 assists, and 58.3 field goal percentage in the 2023 – 2024 NBA season.
The overall ratings reveal is seen as one of the most anticipated parts of every NBA 2K release. It is worth noting that these are only the launch ratings. It means that they are expected to go up or down throughout the course of the upcoming NBA season.
