NBA 2K26 Team Ratings

NBA 2K26 is fast approaching, and ahead of its launch comes an updated tier-based breakdown of every current NBA team. If you’re looking to take control of your favourite squad in MyNBA or dominate online head-to-head play, knowing which teams are in top form and who’s leading the charge is crucial. We’ve compiled a complete list of every current NBA team in NBA 2K26, including their overall team rating, top attribute averages, and best player. Let’s dive into the teams that’ll give you the best shot at outplaying the competition.

What do the ratings mean?

Team attributes are based on the average stats of a team’s top 8 players. The categories include:

OVR (Overall): General team rating.
INS (Inside Scoring): Layups, dunks, post moves, and foul drawing.
OUT (Outside Scoring): Mid-range, three-point, free throws, shot IQ.
ATH (Athleticism): Speed, acceleration, vertical, and stamina.
PLA (Playmaking): Passing, dribbling, and ball speed.
DEF (Defending): Guarding, stealing, blocking, and defensive IQ.
REB (Rebounding): Offensive and defensive boards.
INT (Intangibles): Clutch factor and X-factor potential.
POT (Potential): How much a player can grow based on age and performance.

Tier 1 Powerhouses

If you’re aiming for maximum dominance in NBA 2K26, these Tier 1 teams are your go-to choices:

Team	OVR	INS	OUT	ATH	PLA	DEF	REB	INT	POT	Best Player
Boston Celtics	84	82	87	86	81	74	52	81	85	Jayson Tatum (95)
Cleveland Cavaliers	85	77	87	85	77	72	57	76	87	Donovan Mitchell (94)
Denver Nuggets	84	78	88	77	74	65	57	76	86	Nikola Jokic (98)
Los Angeles Clippers	85	77	82	80	70	72	56	69	89	Kawhi Leonard (91)
Los Angeles Lakers	85	88	88	88	85	66	59	66	87	Luka Doncic (96)
Minnesota Timberwolves	83	74	76	80	65	70	56	72	86	Anthony Edwards (94)
Oklahoma City Thunder	85	73	88	82	75	80	56	76	87	Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (98)

Teams like the Lakers and Thunder bring elite versatility and sheer star power, making them top picks for competitive play. Don’t sleep on the Clippers either: they’ve got solid defensive attributes and big-game experience.

Tier 2 – Strong Contenders

Teams with high ceilings and balanced rosters. Great for players who like a challenge with upside.

Team	OVR	INS	OUT	ATH	PLA	DEF	REB	INT	POT	Best Player
Dallas Mavericks	85	76	83	79	68	72	65	85	87	Anthony Davis (95)
Golden State Warriors	83	68	84	84	83	71	54	80	86	Stephen Curry (95)
Houston Rockets	84	75	82	81	75	74	69	74	88	Kevin Durant (93)
Milwaukee Bucks	82	83	81	81	60	76	58	83	83	Giannis Antetokounmpo (98)
Detroit Pistons	82	74	76	83	74	68	59	75	84	Cade Cunningham (92)
Indiana Pacers	83	73	87	80	78	70	52	74	84	Tyrese Haliburton (90)
Orlando Magic	83	80	86	79	76	60	63	74	85	Paolo Banchero (90)
New York Knicks	85	77	85	83	71	61	59	77	86	Karl-Anthony Towns (93)
Philadelphia 76ers	83	78	84	82	76	67	58	63	86	Joel Embiid (93)
Sacramento Kings	83	81	87	78	75	55	54	75	84	Domantas Sabonis (88)
San Antonio Spurs	83	72	82	81	78	74	58	77	86	Victor Wembanyama (94)
Memphis Grizzlies	83	77	89	83	71	71	59	79	85	Ja Morant (92)
New Orleans Pelicans	82	78	79	81	74	67	57	76	84	Zion Williamson (89)
Phoenix Suns	81	75	80	80	70	59	58	73	83	Devin Booker (90)

These rosters offer a mix of rising stars, All-NBA talent, and tactical flexibility. Don’t be surprised if these teams become meta favorites later in the year.

Tier 3 Underdogs with Aces

Looking for fun-to-use teams that bring personality? Tier 3 rosters are where individual brilliance and opportunity meet. Don’t count these squads out:

Team	OVR	INS	OUT	ATH	PLA	DEF	REB	INT	POT	Best Player
Dallas Mavericks	85	76	83	79	68	72	65	85	87	Anthony Davis (95)
Golden State Warriors	83	68	84	84	83	71	54	80	86	Stephen Curry (95)
Houston Rockets	84	75	82	81	75	74	69	74	88	Kevin Durant (93)
Milwaukee Bucks	82	83	81	81	60	76	58	83	83	Giannis Antetokounmpo (98)
Detroit Pistons	82	74	76	83	74	68	59	75	84	Cade Cunningham (92)
Indiana Pacers	83	73	87	80	78	70	52	74	84	Tyrese Haliburton (90)
Orlando Magic	83	80	86	79	76	60	63	74	85	Paolo Banchero (90)
New York Knicks	85	77	85	83	71	61	59	77	86	Karl-Anthony Towns (93)
Philadelphia 76ers	83	78	84	82	76	67	58	63	86	Joel Embiid (93)
Sacramento Kings	83	81	87	78	75	55	54	75	84	Domantas Sabonis (88)
San Antonio Spurs	83	72	82	81	78	74	58	77	86	Victor Wembanyama (94)
Memphis Grizzlies	83	77	89	83	71	71	59	79	85	Ja Morant (92)
New Orleans Pelicans	82	78	79	81	74	67	57	76	84	Zion Williamson (89)
Phoenix Suns	81	75	80	80	70	59	58	73	83	Devin Booker (90)

If you enjoy crafting a Cinderella story or testing your 2K IQ, these teams let individual talent shine.

Honourable Mentions

A few teams stand somewhere between awkward progression and untapped potential: but trust us, these rosters have something special hidden within:

Detroit Pistons – Cade Cunningham leading the charge with a 92 rating.
Indiana Pacers – Tyrese Haliburton’s 90 OVR leads a well-rounded, fast-paced attack.
Orlando Magic – Paolo Banchero stands tall at 90 OVR and anchors a team packed with promise.

Picking the right team in NBA 2K26

Choosing the right team in NBA 2K26 isn’t just about overall ratings: it’s about your playstyle. Want to rain down triples all game? Go Warriors. Prefer lockdown defense and physical dominance? Try the Bucks or Thunder. Craving dynamic, iso-heavy styles? Look no further than the Mavs, Celtics, or Lakers.

With superstars like Luka, Shai, and Jokic pushing the meta, now’s the time to experiment and discover what team gives you that edge: whether you’re gunning for a championship in MyNBA or climbing the online leaderboard.