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The top 24 rookie ratings in NBA 2K since NBA 2K10, with Victor Wembanyama at No. 1 overall

Wembanyama is already making history in the video game world.

It isn’t easy to determine a rating for a rookie who hasn’t played in the NBA, but rookie superstar Victor Wembanyama is already breaking the mold.

We took a look at how Wembanyama compares to every other rookie in the video game for the past decade or so. We chose the top-24 players because it’s NBA 2K24 and Kobe Bryant, who wore No. 24, is on the cover.

Using the HoopsHype database, we were able to sort through every rookie rating in NBA 2K since NBA 2K10. These were the rankings for each player as they first entered the game.

It is worth noting that due to the lockout, NBA 2K12 did not include any of the rookie class (e.g. Kyrie Irving and Kawhi Leonard) when the game was first released. Even once they were added to the game, however, none had a high enough rating to make this list.

Some honorable mentions whose debut ratings just barely missed the cut for our list and were rated a 77 include Anthony Edwards (2K21), Trae Young (2K19), Jayson Tatum (2K18) and Andrew Wiggins (2K15).

Meanwhile, some players who did not come close but have had tremendous professional careers include Nikola Jokic (68), Pascal Siakam (67), Giannis Antetkounmpo (60) and Rudy Gobert (52). So an original NBA 2K rating is not always the best indicator for future success in the NBA.

For what it is worth, the mean/median/mode for a rookie in NBA 2K since 2009 is between 71 and 72. So the following players who began their pro careers with a 77 or higher deserve some quick praise:

What is rookie Victor Wembanyama’s player rating in NBA 2K24?

Ronnie 2K recently linked up with Victor Wembanyama to unveil the rookie’s initial player rating in NBA 2K24.

San Antonio Spurs rookie Victor Wembanyama has an overall rating of 84 in NBA 2K24. This is one of the highest ratings for an incoming player in the video game’s history, and the list of outsized expectations for the French national continues to grow. Last season, the Orlando Magic’s Paolo Banchero started the year as a 78 overall and Oklahoma City Thunder big man Chet Holmgren earned an initial rating of 77 in NBA 2K23.

NBA 2K24 is set to launch this September and comes in three distinct versions, all honoring the late Kobe Bryant. The annual edition of the game has become a big part of basketball culture, and player ratings have increasingly served as currency of a sort among fans and athletes alike. The makers of 2K have slowly revealed the rankings of different stars to meet fans’ excitement and curiosity.

Wembanyama first learned of his initial rating alongside the game’s marketing guru Ronnie 2K. He seemed excited upon opening the envelope which contained his rating.

“That’s nice,” Wembanywama said. “That’s alright, that’s alright.”

On Jayson Tatum’s new NBA 2k rating, Kristaps Porzingis injury rumbles

After news broke of the rating of star Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum, fans of the storied ball club immediately got to debating whether his current overall rating is a fair one

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Now that the 2023 NBA offseason is in the so-called summer doldrums, one of the best new traditions keeping NBA fans tethered ever so loosely to their favorite league is the annual summer update of the individual player ratings for the popular basketball simulation video game, NBA 2k.

And after news broke of the rating of star Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum, fans of the storied franchise immediately debated whether his overall rating is a fair one in light of where the St. Louis native stands compared to his peers in the league for next season.

Among the many people taking a deep dive into Tatum’s ratings for NBA 2k24 were the hosts of the “How Bout Them Celtics!” podcast, who also touched on some rumors that Kristaps Porzingis might be dealing with a foot injury.

Check out the clip embedded above to hear what they had to say about all of the aforementioned concerns.

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The players with the best average ratings in NBA 2K history

Today, we have decided to take a look at the players with the best average ratings in NBA 2K history throughout their various times featured in the game. It shouldn’t come as a surprise who finishes first on this list, as LeBron James has been one …

Today, we have decided to take a look at the players with the best average ratings in NBA 2K history throughout their various times featured in the game. It shouldn’t come as a surprise who finishes first on this list, as LeBron James has been one of the best players in the world for the past 15 years.

However, after James, things do get interesting. We’ll give you a hint: Another Los Angeles Lakers legend finishes second on the list.

Oh, and for those curious, Michael Jordan was only featured in NBA 2K during his time with the Washington Wizards, but he still managed to be a Top 10 player.

What is Jayson Tatum’s overall player rating in NBA 2K24?

Can you guess Jayson Tatum’s overall player rating in NBA 2K24?

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum is among the best of the best in professional basketball. During the 2022-23 season, he was once again an All-Star, flirted with an MVP campaign, and even earned All-NBA First Team honors. Will he remain aloft in rarified air heading into next season? The makers of the hit video game NBA 2K seem to think so.

Each year the game releases players’ overall rating, a number 1 to 100 which is a lump value for just how good an individual player is in the game. In 2K23, Tatum started the year with a 94 overall rating before jumping to a 95 in the middle of the season.

In NBA 2K24, Tatum is once again one of the top-rated players in the Association.

LeBron James NBA 2K ratings through the years

One of the most exciting parts of buying NBA 2K annually is seeing the player ratings and how they’ve changed from seasons prior, particularly for one’s favorite players.

One player who has always ranked highly in the game is, of course, LeBron James, who was rated 78 as a rookie by NBA 2K, 88 as a sophomore and then never fell back below 94.

NBA 2K24 has the GOAT candidate rated as a 96, which could prove low depending on how James performs this season.

Below, check out LeBron James’ NBA 2K ratings through the years.

First images of Warriors’ Steph Curry in NBA 2K24 released

NBA 2K released the latest images of Steph Curry for the upcoming new edition of the popular video game.

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You know basketball season is drawing near when NBA 2K chatter begins to circulate.

On Tuesday, the popular NBA game released new images of stars from around the league, including a member of the Golden State Warriors.

On Twitter, NBA 2K shared the first official look at Stephen Curry wearing his home white and blue Golden State No. 30 jersey. The two-time Most Valuable Player’s rating is to be announced.

Via @NBA2K on Twitter:

Below is a pair of images of Curry when he first debuted in the video game in 2K10 vs. the latest 2K24 rendition.

Via @SplashBrosMuse on X:

NBA 2K also shared images of former Warrior turned Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant.

NBA 2K typically releases in early September. An exact release date has yet to be announced.

This post originally appeared on Warriors Wire! Follow us on Facebook and Twitter! 

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2K announces NBA 2K24 release date and anniversary edition

Following the reveal of Kobe Bryant as NBA 2K24’s cover star, 2K announced NBA 2K24’s release date and new features

Following the reveal of Kobe Bryant as NBA 2K24’s cover star, 2K announced NBA 2K24’s release date and new features, including crossplay on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. NBA 2K24 launches on Sep. 8, 2023, for all platforms.

“As we celebrate 25 years of NBA 2K with Kobe Bryant, we commemorate his legacy and the generational impact he has had on the game of basketball,” Greg Thomas, president at VisualConcepts, said in a press release. “While we mark the history of the franchise, NBA 2K24 also looks ahead to the future to bring an innovative leap in technology and the introduction of community-requested features like crossplay.”

NBA 2K24 includes the new Mamba Moments mode, which lets you play as Kobe Bryant and recreate some of his long career’s most iconic moments, and it’s all brought to life with 2K’s new ProPLAY technology. 2K didn’t say much about it other than teasing greater fidelity than ever, as ProPLAY faithfully captures live NBA footage and recreates it in 2K gameplay.

The game’s 25th anniversary edition is a limited-edition celebration available until Sep. 10, 2023, for PlayStation, Xbox, and PC, and it includes a 12-month subscription to NBA League Pass, virtual currency, pre-order bonuses, and MyCareer content for $149.99. The Black Mamba edition sells for $99.99 and comes with MyTeam points, a Kobe Bryant card, XP coins, and more.

Those who buy the Black Mamba or anniversary editions of the sports game for PlayStation or Xbox get dual-gen access for free, which means the game comes with a PS4 and PS5 version or an Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S version.

Written by Josh Broadwell on behalf of GLHF

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NBA 2K24: A look at the different versions and new features

NBA 2K24 will be cross-compatible and feature two distinct editions honoring Lakers legend Kobe Bryant. Full details here.

Los Angeles Lakers great Kobe Bryant will serve as the cover athlete for the next edition of the NBA 2K franchise, with two distinct versions of NBA 2K24. This is an obvious fit, given Bryant’s iconic No. 24 jersey. This latest iteration of the game has a few key features and upgrades that fans have come to expect from each annual update to the game. NBA 2K24 will be available starting Sept. 8.

This is the 25th year for NBA 2K, a massive milestone for a game that sits at the intersection of so many different cultural touchstones. Including Bryant in this celebration is an equal testament to what Bryant means to basketball.

“As we celebrate 25 years of NBA 2K with Kobe Bryant, we commemorate his legacy and the generational impact he has had on the game of basketball.” said president at 2K’s parent company Visual Concepts Greg Thomas.
2K also unveiled WNBA All-Star Sabrina Ionescu from the New York Liberty as the cover athlete for 2K24’s WNBA edition. Here’s what we know so far about NBA 2K24.

NBA 2K: The players with the most covers ever

Kobe Bryant, Michael Jordan, Allen Iverson, Shaquille O’Neal, and Kevin Durant are among the elite few star players who have made frequent appearances on the NBA 2K videogame franchise. Check out the full ranking below.

NBA 2K has achieved a remarkable 25-year run, captivating basketball enthusiasts and video game fans worldwide. Over the years, many great players have been featured in the main covers and alternate editions of this iconic game. Among the elite few who have made frequent appearances: Kobe Bryant, Michael Jordan, Allen Iverson, Shaquille O’Neal, and Kevin Durant.

Check out the ranking below: