NBA 2K25 player ratings update: Nikola Jokic, LeBron James, & Karl-Anthony Towns shine early

In this latest update for NBA 2K25’s player ratings, we see a mix of significant changes across various teams. Some players have seen their ratings skyrocket, such as Jared McCain of the Philadelphia 76ers, who experienced a massive boost with an overall increase of 10.

In the fresh NBA 2K25 rankings release, standout early-season performances by Nikola Jokic, LeBron James, and Karl-Anthony Towns are given a spotlight, underscoring their team-defining prowess and impact.

Nikola Jokic’s historic season cements 98 overall rating as NBA 2K25’s top player

As a gaming enthusiast, I’ve just discovered that Nikola Jokic, the current three-time NBA MVP and champion, has been rated a whopping 98 in the game. This makes him the top dog among all players! His incredible 2021-2022 season stats are mind-blowing – he averaged 29.7 points, an impressive 13.7 rebounds, and an astounding 11.7 assists per game. To add to that, he shot a phenomenal 56.3% from the field and a league-leading 56.4% from three-point range!

Nikola Jokic’s outstanding play is driving the Denver Nuggets towards an impressive 8-5 start, placing them fifth in the Western Conference. The remarkable versatility of this Serbian superstar has further cemented his reputation in NBA 2K25, as he consistently breaks records and raises the bar across various statistical categories.

LeBron James’ 96 overall player rating highlights unprecedented 22nd season feats.

In his 22nd season, LeBron James has managed to boost his player rating, now standing at 96 overall. Remarkably, even as he advances in age, James continues to challenge the notion that time weakens players, demonstrating impressive statistics such as 23.5 points, 9.4 assists (ranking third in the NBA), and 8.1 rebounds per game. Additionally, he’s maintaining an exceptional shooting percentage of 51.5% from the field and a career-best 41.6% from three-point range.

In the last few games, James has made history by being the oldest player ever to have multiple triple-doubles in back-to-back matches. He’s done this an impressive four times, setting a new personal best. This incredible consistency has once again placed him as the top-rated player on the Los Angeles Lakers, with a 96 overall rating that mirrors his teammate Anthony Davis. This surge in form comes at the same time as the Lakers’ recent six-game winning streak, pushing them to an impressive 10-4 record and placing them third in the Western Conference standings.

Karl-Anthony Towns’ career-best start earns 91 overall, sparks Knicks’ resurgence

In contrast, Karl-Anthony Towns has thrived since his offseason trade from the Minnesota Timberwolves to the New York Knicks for Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo. Now rated 91 overall, Towns is off to a stellar start in his career, scoring an average of 26.8 points, grabbing 12.2 rebounds, and dishing out 2.9 assists per game. His shooting statistics – 55.1% from the field and 50% from three-point range – have cemented him as a key player in the Knicks’ offensive strategy.

After a rocky start with a 5-6 record, the Knicks have bounced back and now boast a 9-6 record, complete with a four-game winning streak. This puts them in third place in the Eastern Conference. Towns’ influence has been significant, leading fans to nickname him “The Big Bodega” and strengthen his reputation as a star in New York. His improved +2 ratings in NBA 2K25 showcase his growing impact as the Knicks establish themselves as formidable opponents in the Eastern Conference.

As a die-hard basketball enthusiast, I’m thoroughly excited about the recent NBA 2K25 ratings update that honors the league’s standout players, notably Jokic, James, and Towns. Their exceptional statistical prowess and court leadership are undeniably on display, setting an electrifying tone for what promises to be a gripping season filled with intense competition!

Full list of NBA 2K25’s late-November player ratings update

2K25’s November update for NBA, rolled out towards the end of November, enhances the changes previously made for players like Jayson Tatum, Anthony Davis, and Kevin Durant, mirroring the shifting dynamics of the 2024-25 basketball season. This update underscores the unwavering power of top-tier athletes such as Nikola Jokic, LeBron James, and Karl-Anthony Towns, while also highlighting emerging talent and standout performances. By tracking real-time player achievements and fluctuations, these updates aim to deliver fans an ongoing, authentic representation of the NBA scene, with more enhancements anticipated as the season unfolds.

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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

Indiana Pacers

Bennedict Mathurin: 83 OVR (+3)
Jarace Walker: 77 OVR (+2)
Quenton Jackson: 72 OVR (+5)

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) – second largest overall increase in NBA 2K25
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)

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)

Miami Heat

Tyler Herro: 86 OVR (+1)
Terry Rozier III: 78 OVR (-2)
Haywood Highsmith: 77 OVR (+2)
Pelle Larsson: 73 OVR (+1)

Check out the contrast between the player ratings in NBA 2K25 and the November update that included Jayson Tatum, Anthony Davis, and Kevin Durant.

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)

Minnesota Timberwolves

Mike Conley: 79 OVR (-1)
Donte DiVincenzo: 78 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)

New York Knicks

Karl-Anthony Towns: 91 OVR (+2)

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)

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)

Philadelphia 76ers

Joel Embiid: 95 OVR (-1)
Paul George: 88 OVR (-1)
Jared McCain: 83 OVR (+10) – largest overall increase in NBA 2K25’s late-November player ratings update
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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

Toronto Raptors

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)

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)

Washington Wizards

Jordan Poole: 83 OVR (-1)
Bilal Coulibaly: 80 OVR (-1)
Kyshawn George: 74 OVR (+1)
Jared Butler: 73 OVR (+1)

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