Matisse Thybulle ranks second in steals category for NBA 2K27

Matisse Thybulle of the Los Angeles Lakers received high recognition in NBA 2K27, ranking second in the steals category with a rating of 98. The game, set for release on September 4, has generated buzz due to player rating leaks ahead of its debut. Thybulle has built a reputation as a defensive specialist, previously named to the All-Defensive second team twice. Last season, he averaged two steals in just 16 minutes per game, contributing to the Lakers' defensive efforts. The Lakers recently signed Thybulle to a one-year contract worth $2.45 million, emphasizing his potential impact if he remains healthy.

• 5:04 AMYahoo Sports — Matisse Thybulle is ranked very high by NBA 2K27 in one category