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With the NBA 2K24 launch day fast approaching, Visual Concepts and 2K have started revealing player ratings in the game. Gmemo has compiled a list of the 12 top rated players in NBA 2K24. Keep in mind that these are launch-day ratings, so you can reliably expect players to rise and fall from these ranks all season long.
LeBron James and Nikola Jokic in NBA 2K24
On NBA 2K24, the current version of Nikola Jokic has an overall rating of 98, which ranks him as the best player in the game, ahead of LeBron James, Kevin Durant, Giannis Antetokounmpo, and Stephen Curry. He has a Diming 3-Level Scorer build, which means he can score from anywhere on the court and create his own shot with ease. He has a total of 36 badges, three of which are Hall of Fame level and 27 are Gold level.
Jokic has a 93 rating for his outside scoring, which includes a 98 close shot, a 98 mid-range shot, and an 84 three-point shot. He also has a 95 shot IQ and a 98 offensive consistency, making him one of the most efficient shooters in the game.
Nikola Jokic has an 84 rating for his playmaking, which includes a 93 pass accuracy, a 76 ball handle, and a 98 pass IQ. He can also run the point guard position if needed and set up his teammates for easy baskets.
Nikola Jokic has a 57 rating for his defending, which is not very impressive, but he does have a 70 interior defense and a 61 perimeter defense, which help him protect the paint and contest shots.
He has an 81 rating for his rebounding, which includes a 68 offensive rebound and a 93 defensive rebound, making him one of the best rebounders in the game.
With 41 badges, including two at Hall of Fame level and 12 at Gold level, Giannis Antetokounmpo is a formidable 2-Way Slashing Playmaker. His ability to score from any point on the court and create his own shots with ease makes him a standout player.
Antetokounmpo's Athleticism shines on 2K, with a top-notch 98 Stamina Rating that ensures he can play continuously without getting exhausted. His 92 Interior Defense Rating also makes him a formidable presence in the restricted area on the defensive end.
With 49 badges, including 2 Hall of Fame and 21 Gold level, LeBron James dominates the court with his 2-Way Slashing Point Forward build, effortlessly creating and scoring from any position.
James' Athleticism is the standout feature. Thanks to an impressive 99 Stamina Rating, he can keep playing at a high level for extended periods without getting tired. Plus, his 95 Driving Dunk Rating means he can throw down eye-catching dunks, especially on an open lane to the basket.
Joel Embiid has a 2-Way 3-Level Scorer build, which means he can score from anywhere on the court and create his own shot with ease. He has a total of 28 badges, eight of which are Gold level.
The best aspect of Embiid's game on 2K is his outside scoring. He boasts a remarkable 97 mid-range shot rating, which allows him to score with ease from the perimeter. What's even more impressive is his 80 three-point shot rating, making him a significant threat from behind the arc.
When it comes to NBA 2K24, Kevin Durant's 2-Way 3-Level Playmaker build is truly a force to be reckoned with. He's able to score from anywhere on the court and make his own shots with impressive ease. With a grand total of 30 badges, including three at the Hall of Fame level and 13 at the Gold level, it's clear that he's a powerhouse player who can dominate the game.
Durant's game on 2K is unparalleled when it comes to outside scoring. His 98 mid-range shot rating allows him to effortlessly sink shots from the perimeter, while his impressive 87 three-point shot rating makes him an unstoppable force when launching from downtown. With these exceptional skills, Durant is undoubtedly one of the most dangerous offensive players in the game.
Stephen Curry is a highly versatile offensive player with the ability to score from anywhere on the court and create his own shot with remarkable ease. His impressive skill set is reflected in his 36 badges, including three Hall of Fame level badges and 24 Gold level badges.
Curry's game on 2K is unbeatable when it comes to outside scoring. His impressive 99 three-point shot rating makes him a serious threat from deep, even with minimal shooting space on the court. Moreover, his exceptional 97 ball handle rating enables him to create an open shot, even when he's tightly guarded.
Luka Doncic has a Versatile Offensive Force build, which means he can score from anywhere on the court and create his own shot with ease. His impressive profile includes a total of 39 badges, with three of them being at Hall of Fame level and 24 at Gold level.
Doncic's playmaking skills on 2K are the standout feature of his game. His impressive 98 ball handle rating allows him to quickly maneuver to his desired position using a variety of dribble moves, setting up either a shot or pass to an open teammate with ease. Additionally, his impressive 87 three-point shot rating makes him a formidable offensive player, as he is able to shoot accurately from deep.
With a One of a Kind build, Jayson Tatum possesses exceptional scoring abilities from all areas of the court and effortlessly creates his own shots. He boasts an impressive collection of 43 badges, including four Gold level badges.
Tatum is a force to be reckoned with on 2K, thanks to his exceptional outside scoring abilities. With a remarkable close shot rating of 95, he rarely misses when shooting close to the basket. Moreover, his impressive 87 three-point shot rating makes him a formidable offensive player when launching from beyond the arc.
On NBA 2K24, Jimmy Butler has a 2-Way 3-Level Point Forward build, which means he can score from anywhere on the court and create his own shot with ease. He has a total of 37 badges, 11 of which are Gold level.
When playing 2K, Butler's most impressive skill is his ability to score from the outside. His close shot rating of 97 means he can reliably sink shots when he's near the basket. Furthermore, his three-point shot rating of 76 makes him dangerous when he's left open behind the arc.
Kawhi Leonard has a 2-Way 3-Level Point Forward build, which means he can score from anywhere on the court and create his own shot with ease. He has a total of 29 badges, one of which is Hall of Fame level and nine are Gold level.
Leonard's game on 2K shines brightest in his outside scoring. His close shot rating of 97 ensures he consistently sinks shots near the basket, but it's his 85 three-point shot rating that truly sets him apart as a serious threat from behind the arc.
On NBA 2K24, Devin Booker has a Versatile Offensive Force build, which means he can score from anywhere on the court and create his own shot with ease. He has a total of 33 badges, eight of which are Gold level.
He has a 93 rating for his outside scoring, which includes a 97 close shot, a 97 mid-range shot, and an 86 three-point shot. He also has a 98 shot IQ and a 98 offensive consistency, making him one of the most efficient shooters in the game.
Devin Booker has an 85 rating for his playmaking, which includes an 89 pass accuracy, a 92 ball handle, and a 94 pass IQ. He can also run the point guard position if needed and set up his teammates for easy baskets.
Devin Booker has a 61 rating for his defending, which is not very impressive, but he does have a 74 perimeter defense and a 74 lateral quickness, which help him stay in front of his opponents and contest their shots.
On NBA 2K24, Damian Lillard has a Versatile Offensive Force build, which means he can score from anywhere on the court and create his own shot with ease. He has a total of 36 badges, nineteen of which are gold level.
Lillard has a 95 rating for his outside scoring, which includes a 94 close shot, a 98 mid-range shot, and an 89 three-point shot. He also has a 98 shot IQ and a 98 offensive consistency, making him one of the most efficient shooters in the game.
He has an 89 rating for his playmaking, which includes a 92 pass accuracy, a 95 ball handle, and a 93 pass IQ. He can also run the point guard position if needed and set up his teammates for easy baskets.
While Damian Lillard's overall defending rating may not be remarkable at 61, his specific skills in perimeter defense (69) and lateral quickness (76) allow him to effectively challenge his opponents and prevent them from scoring.
The release date of NBA 2K24 is September 8, 2023. The game will be available for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
You can pre-order the game now and choose from different editions, such as the 25th Anniversary Edition, the Black Mamba Edition, the Kobe Bryant Edition, and the WNBA Edition. Each edition comes with different digital items and bonuses, such as Virtual Currency, 2K24 MyTEAM Points, MyCAREER Boosts, and more. If you pre-order the 25th Anniversary Edition, you will also get a 12-month subscription to NBA League Pass, which lets you watch live NBA games throughout the season.
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