LeBron James tops HoopsHype's updated list of greatest NBA players
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 26, 2026, 9:14 PM
Last updated Jul 26, 2026
The updated HoopsHype ranking of the greatest NBA players includes LeBron James at No. 1 for the sixth consecutive year. Michael Jordan follows in second place as the list reflects the inclusion of superstars from the 2020s, highlighting players like Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic. The staff at HoopsHype used a team voting process to determine rankings, discarding the highest and lowest votes for each player. LeBron's sustained excellence and accumulation of accolades, including four NBA titles and two Olympic gold medals, solidify his top position. Jordan's remarkable career accomplishments, including six NBA titles, keep him a close second in the eyes of fans and analysts alike.
- •LeBron James ranked No. 1 in HoopsHype's list
- •Michael Jordan secured the second position
- •Updated rankings include 2020s players
- •HoopsHype's staff used a voting process
- •LeBron has four NBA titles and multiple accolades
- 9:14 PMYahoo Sports — 80 greatest NBA players ever: The HoopsHype list
"For the sixth straight year, we are releasing an updated version of our all-time NBA players ranking.
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