With NBA 2K26 just NBA 2K26 MTaround the corner, fans eagerly await confirmation of the top marksmen in the game. The developers have started rolling out Specialist Ratings, beginning with the top ten three‑point shooters and the top ten mid‑range shooters, offering a compelling preview of the players who will dominate from outside and in the short mid‑range.
At the top of the three‑point list is Stephen Curry. It is no surprise that the four‑time NBA champion and two‑time MVP once again earns a near‑perfect rating of ninety‑nine. His unparalleled shooting range and consistency define long‑range excellence, making him the undisputed three‑point king in NBA 2K26. Hot on his heels, Kevin Durant commands respect with a ninety‑one rating. His silky smooth stroke and ability to hit difficult shots from deep reaffirm his place among the elite shooters of the virtual court. Klay Thompson rounds out the podium with an eighty‑nine rating, reminding fans that he remains one of the most reliable catch‑and‑shoot threats in the game.
But the surprises start after the top three. Desmond Bane and Isaiah Joe both register impressive eighty‑eight scores. These names may not grab headlines the way Curry or KD do, but the ratings highlight their efficiency and accuracy from deep. That kind of nod in 2K means game developers recognize their real‑world shooting prowess. The next five shooters are tightly clustered, each with an eighty‑seven rating: Zach LaVine, Grayson Allen, Luke Kennard, Sam Hauser, and Anthony Edwards. This tier represents volume shooters who balance consistency with the ability to heat up quickly.
Shifting focus to the mid‑range, the competition tightens even further. Nikola Jokić and Kyrie Irving share the top spot, both rated ninety‑eight. Jokić’s soft touch and uncanny feel for the mid‑range arc, combined with Kyrie’s precision and skill, make them virtually unstoppable inside the three‑point line. Right behind them is a five‑way tie at ninety‑seven: Kevin Durant, Devin Booker, Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander, Andrew Nembhard, and Stephen Curry. This group blends natural shooting touch with an elite understanding of pace and rhythm. Just a notch behind at ninety‑six are DeMar DeRozan, Miles McBride, and Khris Middleton—three shooters whose mid‑range game remains deadly and dependable.
What does it all mean for NBA 2K26 players and franchise builders? For MyTeam enthusiasts and MyCareer creators, these Specialist Ratings provide a valuable roadmap. Building a team around elite three‑point shooters can open up floor spacing, while mid‑range masters can stretch defenses and create opportunities inside. Curry alone, with dual dominance in both categories, represents the kind of player who breaks the game. But there are plenty of suits ready to do damage. And for franchise mode simulations, these ratings more closely mirror current NBA trends—highlighting shooters who are elite in real life and now translated accurately into the virtual realm.
In a world where shooting matters more than ever, NBA 2K26’s top ten lists deliver a potent blend of legend and rising sharpshooter, all ready for tip‑off. Game on.
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