NBA 2K25 UPDATED PLAYER RATINGS 11.21
Introduced last season and received as a rousing success, the Emirates NBA Cup is back for the 2024-2025 NBA regular season and it’s added a palpable intensity over the first month of action. We’re roughly two games through Group Stage competition in the knockout-style tournament and the heightened competition has provided fans with some awe-inspiring performances from players around the league, which are reflected in the latest NBA 2K25 ratings update.
From Nikola Jokić’s effortless dominance and De’Aaron Fox’s electrifying highlights to rookie Jared McCain’s sensational scoring, these three headline a long list of players to receive boosts to their overall rating. Let’s discuss what’s transpired on the court.
Nikola Jokić, Center, Denver Nuggets
98 OVR (+1)
It seems inconceivable, but three-time MVP winner Nikola Jokić appears to be getting even better. His scorching stretch over the last two weeks has been superhuman—even by his standards—averaging 30 points, 16.3 rebounds, and 15 assists per game. Few players can affect each facet of the game like the Joker; whether it’s rebounding, scoring, or facilitating, the Serbian superstar does it all with excellence. In the second ratings update of the season, Jokić gets a 1-point boost to his rating and is approaching rare air with 99 overall within reach.
De’Aaron Fox, Guard, Sacramento Kings
90 OVR (+2)
The Sacramento Kings' star point guard is playing at a historic level this season; Fox recently scored a combined 109 points in back-to-back games, joining Kobe Bryant as the only players in the last 50 years to score at least 109 combined points in consecutive games. Any time you can share a record with Kobe Bryant you’re in good company. Over the last week, Fox is averaging a robust stat line with 41.5 points and 8.3 assists per game, while applying pressure defensively with 2 steals per game. The former first-round pick is only 26 years old, giving Kings fans confidence he’ll continue to blossom as a superstar in this league.
Jared McCain, Guard, Philadelphia 76ers
83 OVR (+10)
Selected with the No. 16 pick of the 2024 NBA Draft, McCain entered the league as a sharpshooting guard with exceptional speed who can thrive with or without the ball in his hands, and over the last few games he’s put all of his strengths on display. With Tyrese Maxey, Paul George, and Joel Embiid banged up with injuries, McCain has stepped up as a primary scorer, finishing with at least 20 points in five straight contests, including a 34-point and 10-assist outing against a stout Cleveland Cavaliers defense.
BOSTON CELTICS
- Jrue Holiday: 86 OVR (-1)
- Payton Pritchard: 81 OVR (+1)
- Neemias Queta: 76 OVR (+2)
- Xavier Tillman Sr.: 70 OVR (-4)
BROOKLYN NETS
- Dennis Schröder: 82 OVR (-1)
- Cameron Johnson: 82 OVR (+2)
- Ziaire Williams: 76 OVR (+1)
- Jalen Wilson: 75 OVR (+1)
NEW YORK KNICKS
- Dennis Schröder: 82 OVR (-1)
- Cameron Johnson: 82 OVR (+2)
- Ziaire Williams: 76 OVR (+1)
- Jalen Wilson: 75 OVR (+1)
PHILADELPHIA 76ERS
- Joel Embiid: 95 OVR (-1)
- Paul George: 88 OVR (-1)
- Jared McCain: 83 OVR (+10)
- Kelly Oubre Jr.: 78 OVR (-1)
- Guerschon Yabusele: 78 OVR (+2)
- Andre Drummond: 76 OVR (-1)
- Eric Gordon: 74 OVR (-2)
- Reggie Jackson: 73 OVR (-1)
- Ricky Council IV: 72 OVR (-1)
TORONTO RAPTERS
- Jakob Poeltl: 82 OVR (+2)
- Ochai Agbaji: 78 OVR (+2)
- Chris Boucher: 77 OVR (+2)
- Jonathan Mogbo: 75 OVR (+2)
- Jamison Battle: 72 OVR (+2)
CHICAGO BULLS
- Zach LaVine: 85 OVR (+1)
- Nikola Vucevic: 85 OVR (+2)
- Coby White: 83 OVR (+1)
- Josh Giddey: 79 OVR (-2)
- Ayo Dosunmu: 76 OVR (-1)
- Jalen Smith: 76 OVR (-1)
- Torrey Craig: 73 OVR (-1)
- Julian Phillips: 72 OVR (+1)
CLEVELAND CAVALIERS
- Evan Mobley: 88 OVR (+1)
- Darius Garland: 87 OVR (+1)
- Caris LeVert: 80 OVR (+1)
- Ty Jerome: 79 OVR (+4)
- Georges Niang: 75 OVR (+2)
- Sam Merrill: 74 OVR (-1)
- Jaylon Tyson: 72 OVR (+2)
DETROIT PISTONS
- Cade Cunningham: 88 OVR (+1)
- Jalen Duren: 82 OVR (+1)
- Jaden Ivey: 81 OVR (+1)
- Malik Beasley: 78 OVR (+3)
- Ron Holland: 74 OVR (+1)
- Wendell Moore Jr.: 72 OVR (+2)
INDIANA PACERS
- Bennedict Mathurin: 83 OVR (+3)
- Jarace Walker: 77 OVR (+2)
- Quenton Jackson: 72 OVR (+5)
MILWAUKEE BUCKS
- Damian Lillard: 89 OVR (-1)
- Brook Lopez: 80 OVR (+1)
- Taurean Prince: 77 OVR (+1)
- A.J. Green: 77 OVR (+3)
- Andre Jackson Jr.: 75 OVR (+3)
- Gary Trent Jr.: 74 OVR (-3)
- Delon Wright: 73 OVR (-1)
- Ryan Rollins: 73 OVR (+2)
- MarJon Beauchamp: 71 OVR (-1)
ATLANTA HAWKS
- Trae Young: 88 OVR (-1)
- Dyson Daniels: 83 OVR (+4)
- De'Andre Hunter: 81 OVR (+1)
- Onyeka Okongwu: 80 OVR (-1)
- Zaccharie Risacher: 78 OVR (+1)
- Garrison Mathews: 75 OVR (+1)
CHARLOTTE HORNETS
- LaMelo Ball: 89 OVR (+1)
- Cody Martin: 77 OVR (+1)
- Seth Curry: 74 OVR (-1)
- Vasilije Micić: 72 OVR (-1)
- Taj Gibson: 72 OVR (+1)
- Moussa Diabate: 71 OVR (+2)
MIAMI HEAT
- Tyler Herro: 86 OVR (+1)
- Terry Rozier III: 78 OVR (-2)
- Haywood Highsmith: 77 OVR (+2)
- Pelle Larsson: 73 OVR (+1)
ORLANDO MAGIC
- Franz Wagner: 88 OVR (+2)
- Goga Bitadze: 78 OVR (+5)
- Anthony Black: 77 OVR (+1)
- Cole Anthony: 74 OVR (-2)
- Gary Harris: 73 OVR (-1)
WASHINGTON WIZARDS
- Jordan Poole: 83 OVR (-1)
- Bilal Coulibaly: 80 OVR (-1)
- Kyshawn George: 74 OVR (+1)
- Jared Butler: 73 OVR (+1)
DENVER NUGGETS
- Nikola Jokić: 98 OVR (+1)
- Jamal Murray: 83 OVR (-2)
- Christian Braun: 81 OVR (+1)
- Russell Westbrook: 78 OVR (-1)
- Peyton Watson: 77 OVR (+2)
MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES
- Mike Conley: 79 OVR (-1)
- Donte DiVincenzo: 78 OVR (-1)
OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER
- Jalen Williams: 87 OVR (+1)
- Alex Caruso: 80 OVR (-1)
- Cason Wallace: 75 OVR (-2)
- Kenrich Williams: 74 OVR (+1)
- Ajay Mitchell: 72 OVR (+3)
PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS
- Deandre Ayton: 81 OVR (-2)
- Robert Williams III: 81 OVR (+1)
- Anfernee Simons: 80 OVR (-1)
- Jerami Grant: 80 OVR (-1)
- Shaedon Sharpe: 80 OVR (+1)
- Deni Avdija: 78 OVR (-1)
- Donovan Clingan: 77 OVR (+3)
UTAH JAZZ
- Lauri Markkanen: 85 OVR (-1)
- John Collins: 84 OVR (+2)
- Jordan Clarkson: 79 OVR (+2)
- Kyle Filipowski: 76 OVR (+5)
- Drew Eubanks: 75 OVR (+1)
- Patrick Mills: 71 OVR (-1)
- Johnny Juzang: 70 OVR (+1)
GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS
- Buddy Hield: 82 OVR (-2)
- Jonathan Kuminga: 79 OVR (-1)
- Moses Moody: 78 OVR (+1)
- Lindy Waters III: 77 OVR (+2)
- Brandin Podziemski: 76 OVR (-2)
LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS
- Ivica Zubac: 83 OVR (-1)
- Kris Dunn: 78 OVR (+2)
- Amir Coffey: 76 OVR (+2)
- Terance Mann: 74 OVR (-1)
- Nicolas Batum: 73 OVR (-1)
- Kai Jones: 71 OVR (+1)
- Jordan Miller: 70 OVR (+2)
LOS ANGELES LAKERS
- LeBron James: 96 OVR (+1)
- Dalton Knecht: 80 OVR (+7)
- D'Angelo Russell: 78 OVR (-2)
- Cameron Reddish: 74 OVR (+1)
- Max Christie: 74 OVR (+1)
- Jaxson Hayes: 74 OVR (+1)
- Gabe Vincent: 72 OVR (-1)
PHOENIX SUNS
- Jusuf Nurkić: 79 OVR (-1)
- Tyus Jones: 79 OVR (+1)
- Josh Okogie: 77 OVR (+3)
- Monte Morris: 76 OVR (+1)
- Oso Ighodaro: 72 OVR (+4)
SACRAMENTO KINGS
- De'Aaron Fox: 90 OVR (+2)
- Kevin Huerter: 77 OVR (+1)
- Trey Lyles: 75 OVR (+1)
- Jordan McLaughlin: 73 OVR (-1)
- Doug McDermott: 71 OVR (-1)
DALLAS MAVERICKS
- Luka Doncic: 96 OVR (-1)
- Dereck Lively II: 82 OVR (+1)
- Daniel Gafford: 82 OVR (+1)
- Klay Thompson: 80 OVR (-1)
- P.J. Washington: 79 OVR (+1)
- Naji Marshall: 77 OVR (+1)
- Maxi Kleber: 72 OVR (-2)
- Olivier-Maxence Prosper: 71 OVR (-1)
HOUSTON ROCKETS
- Alperen Sengun: 87 OVR (+2)
- Jalen Green: 84 OVR (-1)
- Amen Thompson: 81 OVR (+1)
- Tari Eason: 81 OVR (+1)
- Steven Adams: 75 OVR (-4)
- Aaron Holiday: 74 OVR (+1)
MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES
- Jaren Jackson Jr.: 88 OVR (+1)
- Zach Edey: 79 OVR (+4)
- Santi Aldama: 78 OVR (+1)
- Scotty Pippen Jr.: 77 OVR (+1)
- Jaylen Wells: 76 OVR (+1)
- Jake LaRavia: 76 OVR (+2)
- Luke Kennard: 75 OVR (-1)
- Jay Huff: 75 OVR (+1)
NEW ORLEANS PELICANS
- Jose Alvarado: 79 OVR (+1)
- Brandon Boston Jr.: 77 OVR (+4)
- Yves Missi: 77 OVR (+4)
- Jeremiah Robinson-Earl: 75 OVR (+2)
- Trey Jemison III: 73 OVR (+1)
- Antonio Reeves: 72 OVR (+4)
- Daniel Theis: 71 OVR (-2)
SAN ANTONIO SPURS
- Keldon Johnson: 78 OVR (-1)
- Zach Collins: 78 OVR (+1)
- Malaki Branham: 78 OVR (+2)
- Stephon Castle: 75 OVR (+2)
- Sandro Mamukelashvili: 75 OVR (+2)