Shai Gilgeous-Alexander tops NBA2K27 player rankings
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 1:17 AM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026
The updated NBA2K27 rankings reveal Shai Gilgeous-Alexander as the top player, narrowly beating Victor Wembanyama and Nikola Jokic. Gilgeous-Alexander, a back-to-back MVP, is tied with a 97 overall rating but earns the top spot in the release. Meanwhile, teammates Chet Holmgren and Jalen Williams face criticism for their low rankings at 42nd and 45th, respectively. Despite this, the Oklahoma City Thunder boast seven players in the top 100, highlighting their team's depth and talent ahead of the upcoming season.
- •Shai Gilgeous-Alexander ranked first in NBA2K27.
- •Chet Holmgren listed at #42 with an 86 rating.
- •Jalen Williams comes in at #45 with an 85 rating.
- •Thunder have seven players in the top 100 rankings.
- •Gilgeous-Alexander is a back-to-back MVP winner.
- 1:17 AMYahoo Sports — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Is #1 Ranked Player on NBA2K27
"The back-to-back MVP edges out Victor Wembanyama for the top spot, but questionable ratings for Chet Holmgren and Jalen Williams leave Oklahoma City fans demanding answers.
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