NBA 2K26 has officially revealed its player ratings from 100 through 70 list on August 16th, while releasing the 70-51 list on August 17th, ahead of its September 5, 2025 release, and the headlines write themselves.
Paul George, Draymond Green, and Brandon Ingram have all suffered major drops compared to their 2K25 standing, sparking conversations across the league and the gaming community.
George fell from being ranked 24th last season at an 89 overall down to 92nd with an 81 rating. Green, once safely among the top 65, slid down to 90th with an 81, while Ingram plummeted from 49th with an 85 to now just barely holding on at 55th with an 84.
100. Bobby Portis Jr. – 81
99. Shaedon Sharpe – 81
98. Aaron Nesmith – 81
97. Alexandre Sarr – 81
96. Jalen Johnson – 81
95. Andrew Nembhard – 81
94. Immanuel Quickley – 81
93. Onyeka Okongwu – 81
92. Paul George – 81
91. Josh Hart – 81
90. Draymond Green – 81
89. Anfernee Simons – 81
88. C.J. McCollum – 81
87. Dejounte Murray – 81
86. Jrue Holiday – 81
85. Herbert Jones – 81
84. Luguentz Dort – 81
83. Walker Kessler – 82
82. Toumani Camara – 82
81. Jaden McDaniels – 82
80. Isaiah Hartenstein – 82
79. Cooper Flagg – 82
78. Trey Murphy III – 82
77. Jalen Suggs – 82
76. Jalen Duren – 82
75. Nikola Vucevic – 82
74. Naz Reid – 82
73. Deni Avdija – 82
72. Brandon Miller – 82
71. Aaron Gordon – 82
70. John Collins – 82
69. Josh Giddey – 82
68. RJ Barrett – 82
67. Michael Porter Jr. – 82
66. Stephon Castle – 82
65. Coby White – 83
64. Dyson Daniels – 83
63. Cameron Johnson – 83
62. Myles Turner – 83
61. Jalen Green – 83
60. Desmond Bane – 83
59. Jarrett Allen – 84
58. Norman Powell – 84
57. Rudy Gobert – 84
56. Mikal Bridges – 84
55. Brandon Ingram – 84
54. Lauri Markkanen – 84
53. Kristaps Porzingis – 85
52. OG Anunoby – 85
51. Scottie Barnes – 85
The fall of George is the most jarring of all. For over a decade, George has been considered one of the premier two-way wings in the NBA, with his ability to defend at a high level and provide smooth offensive production. But at age 35, entering the 2025–26 season, the regression is clear.
Injuries and inconsistency defined his 2024–25 campaign with the Philadelphia 76ers, and NBA 2K wasted no time reflecting that decline. Fans who still remember his days as a perennial All-Star may see the 81 as disrespectful, but it mirrors the reality of his current role, no longer the lead scorer, but a supporting veteran piece.
Draymond Green’s drop may not come as a shock to those who have followed his career trajectory, but it still stings for Warriors fans. The defensive engine of Golden State’s dynasty, Green had previously been ranked 65th with a respectable 83 overall. Now, his fall to 90th with just an 81 reflects both his aging body and the Warriors’ decline as a franchise.
Brandon Ingram, meanwhile, is a curious case. He was ranked 49th last season with an 85 overall and was expected to maintain that mid-tier star status. Instead, Ingram dropped to 55th, retaining only an 84.
The dip may seem slight at first glance, but it reflects disappointment in his progression. Entering his prime years at 28, Ingram has not made the leap into stardom that many expected.
Outside of these big-name drops, the list provided plenty of surprises. Young players like Jalen Green (83 at 61st) and Coby White (83 at 65th) have carved out bigger roles, signaling 2K’s belief in their upward trajectory.
Defensive-minded role players like OG Anunoby (85 at 52nd) and Scottie Barnes (85 at 51st) continue to climb thanks to their versatility and impact beyond scoring. Even Rudy Gobert, often mocked in gaming circles for his offensive limitations, found himself steady at 84 and 57th overall, a sign of respect for his rim protection.
The lower end of the rankings also revealed intriguing inclusions. Cooper Flagg, the highly anticipated rookie, debuted at 79th with an 82 overall, an unusually high starting point that shows how hyped he is even before logging a single NBA minute.
Meanwhile, veterans like C.J. McCollum (88th, 81 overall) and Jrue Holiday (86th, 81 overall) have slid into more modest roles in the rankings, a natural consequence of age and reduced usage.
That clustering shows how 2K views the NBA landscape right now: a massive middle tier of players who could easily rise or fall depending on their next season. Unlike the elite tier of superstars that usually stretches ratings apart, the middle class of the NBA feels more competitive than ever.
What makes NBA 2K26’s list so impactful is that it sparks these debates every year. The game is not just a simulation but a cultural snapshot of how players are viewed entering a new season. George’s drop feels like the closing chapter of his All-Star era. Green’s slide reads like the end of the Warriors’ dynasty. And Ingram’s stumble is a reminder that potential can fade into permanence if not fulfilled.
With only the top 50 still to be revealed, the biggest stars: LeBron James, Nikola Jokic, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Luka Doncic, and more, remain untouched.
But if the current list is any indication, NBA 2K26 is not afraid to make bold statements. For George, Green, and Ingram, those statements are loud and clear: the NBA has moved forward, and their place in it has shifted dramatically.
At the end of the day, these ratings matter not only to fans but to the players themselves. Year after year, NBA stars publicly react to their 2K numbers, using it as both motivation and validation. If George, Green, or Ingram needed extra fuel for the 2025–26 season, NBA 2K26 just handed it to them.
