November 12, 2025
NBA 2K26 Player Ratings Update: Lauri Markkanen Rises, Luka Doncic Climbs, and Ja Morant Falls 2K Sports rolls out its latest ratings update for NBA 2K26, featuring major shifts across divisions and standout performances that shook up the leaderboard
2K Games has officially released a fresh round of player rating adjustments in NBA 2K26, reflecting how real-world performances are shaping the virtual hardwood.
Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen leads this update after torching the Phoenix Suns for 51 points, earning a +3 boost to 87 OVR. His performance now ranks among the top eight single-game scoring feats in Jazz history — and it’s helping solidify his status as one of the league’s most dynamic forwards.
🌟 Major Winners
🔼 Lauri Markkanen (+3, 87 OVR)
Markkanen’s 51-point showcase was impossible to ignore. The Finnish star continues to anchor Utah’s offense and remains one of the most improved players in the league — both in-game and on the court.
🔼 Luka Doncic (+2, 97 OVR)
Despite missing four games, Luka Doncic remains on fire for the Los Angeles Lakers. His consistency, court vision, and clutch play have earned him a bump to 97 OVR, solidifying his spot among the league’s elite.
🔼 Austin Reaves (+3, 88 OVR)
While Doncic was sidelined, Austin Reaves stepped up — and 2K noticed. His strong performances have made him one of the top secondary scorers in the game, boosting him into the high-80s tier.
🔼 Jalen Johnson (+4, 85 OVR)
The Atlanta Hawks forward saw one of the biggest rating spikes of this update, rising four points after showing breakout potential and strong two-way play.
📉 Major Drops
🔽 Trae Young (-2, 88 OVR)
Inconsistency continues to haunt Trae Young, causing his overall to dip from the 90s into the high-80s. While still elite offensively, his recent cold streaks are reflected in this latest update.
🔽 Ja Morant (-2, 89 OVR)
The Memphis Grizzlies guard takes a step back following uneven performances since returning to the lineup. His trademark explosiveness remains intact, but efficiency concerns have lowered his OVR.
🏆 Notable Division Highlights
🟢 Atlantic Division
- Jaylen Brown (BOS) +1 → 91
- Tyrese Maxey (PHI) +3 → 89
- Joel Embiid (PHI) -2 → 90
- Karl-Anthony Towns (NYK) -2 → 90
🔴 Central Division
- Josh Giddey (CHI) +3 → 85
- Nikola Vucevic (CHI) +1 → 83
- Bennedict Mathurin (IND) +2 → 81
- Myles Turner (MIL) -2 → 81
🟡 Southeast Division
- LaMelo Ball (CHA) +1 → 88
- Jalen Johnson (ATL) +4 → 85
- Bam Adebayo (MIA) +1 → 89
- Trae Young (ATL) -2 → 88
🔵 Northwest Division
- Lauri Markkanen (UTA) +3 → 87
- Jamal Murray (DEN) +1 → 87
- Julius Randle (MIN) +2 → 88
🟣 Pacific Division
- Stephen Curry (GSW) +1 → 95
- Luka Doncic (LAL) +2 → 97
- Austin Reaves (LAL) +3 → 88
- Devin Booker (PHX) +1 → 92
⚫ Southwest Division
- Victor Wembanyama (SAS) +1 → 95
- Alperen Sengun (HOU) +1 → 88
- Ja Morant (MEM) -2 → 89
🔥 What This Update Means
These midseason updates give NBA 2K26 players a more authentic experience, mirroring the real NBA’s shifting power balance. With stars like Markkanen, Reaves, and Wembanyama on the rise — and others like Trae Young sliding — the dynamic roster system continues to evolve weekly.
Whether you’re building your MyTEAM lineup or dominating in MyCAREER, these new ratings will shake up matchups and strategies across every mode.
🧠 Final Thoughts
This latest player ratings update perfectly captures the drama of the early NBA season. Rising stars are earning recognition, established names are holding their ground, and a few struggling superstars are feeling the pressure.
Keep grinding, keep winning, and don’t forget to check back for future rating drops — the NBA 2K26 season is just getting started.