NBA 2k24 new classic teams are the 2018-19 Toronto Raptors and the 2016-17 Golden State Warriors. The 2019-20 LA Lakers might be added.
The 25th edition of the NBA 2k basketball series is all set to release on 8 September 2023 with Kobe Bryant and Sabrina Ionescu as cover athletes.
The exciting simulation video game is developed by Visual Sports in collaboration with Saber Interactive and Cat Daddy Games. Likewise, it has been published by 2K since 2005, with Sega Sports being the previous publisher from 1999-2004.
With the release date just a couple of months away, the pre-order release has already started from July 7. It will be available on several platforms namely PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, Stadia, macOS, and Microsoft Windows.
The creators vow to take the gaming experience to the next level with the appliance of ProPLAY technology and actual footage of NBA games. MyTeam, MyNBA, MyCareer, and Play Now are the four game modes available in the upcoming NBA 2k24 version.
Moreover, there will also be the return of moments challenge in the form of Mamba Moments, where gamers can play as late Kobe Bryant and recreate the most impressive moments of his legendary NBA career.
NBA 2k24 Classic Teams
The classic teams in NBA 2k24 with their overall rating are:
- 1964-65 Boston Celtics - 83
- 1964-65 Los Angeles Lakers - 81
- 1970-71 Milwaukee Bucks - 82
- 1970-71 Los Angeles Lakers - 80
- 1971-72 New York Knicks - 82
- 1976-77 Philadelphia 76ers - 82
- 1984-85 Milwaukee Bucks - 80
- 1985-86 Chicago Bulls - 78
- 1985-86 Boston Celtics - 84
- 1985-86 Atlanta Hawks - 80
- 1986-87 Los Angeles Lakers - 86
- 1988-89 Chicago Bulls - 79
- 1988-89 Detroit Pistons - 83
- 1989-90 Cleveland Cavaliers - 81
- 1990-91 Chicago Bulls - 81
- 1990-91 Los Angeles Lakers - 79
- 1990-91 Charlotte Hornets - 80
- 1990-91 Portland Trail Blazers - 81
- 1992-93 Chicago Bulls - 81
- 1992-93 Charlotte Hornets - 80
- 1993-94 Denver Nuggets - 78
- 1993-94 Houston Rockets - 79
- 1993-94 New York Knicks - 80
- 1994-95 New York Knicks - 80
- 1994-95 Orlando Magic - 81
- 1995-96 Chicago Bulls - 84
- 1995-96 Seattle Supersonics - 81
- 1996-97 Miami Heat - 82
- 1997-98 Utah Jazz - 81
- 1997-98 Chicago Bulls - 83
- 1997-98 Los Angeles Lakers - 81
- 1997-98 San Antonio Spurs - 79
- 1998-99 New York Knicks - 80
- 1999-00 Toronto Raptors - 80
- 1999-00 Portland Trail Blazers - 80
- 2000-01 Philadelphia 76ers - 80
- 2000-01 Los Angeles Lakers - 82
- 2001-02 Sacramento Kings - 83
- 2001-02 New Jersey Nets - 79
- 2002-03 Dallas Mavericks - 81
- 2002-03 Phoenix Suns - 79
- 2003-04 Detroit Pistons - 79
- 2003-04 Los Angeles Lakers - 82
- 2003-04 Minnesota Timberwolves - 80
- 2004-05 San Antonio Spurs - 84
- 2004-05 Phoenix Suns - 81
- 2005-06 Miami Heat - 81
- 2005-06 Memphis Grizzlies - 79
- 2006-07 Cleveland Cavaliers - 80
- 2006-07 Denver Nuggets - 82
- 2006-07 Golden State Warriors - 80
- 2006-07 Washington Wizards - 81
- 2007-08 Boston Celtics - 83
- 2007-08 Denver Nuggets - 82
- 2007-08 Houston Rockets - 81
- 2007-08 Los Angeles Lakers - 81
- 2009-10 Portland Trail Blazers - 82
- 2010-11 Chicago Bulls - 81
- 2010-11 Dallas Mavericks - 83
- 2011-12 New York Knicks - 82
- 2011-12 Oklahoma City Thunder - 83
- 2012-13 Memphis Grizzlies - 80
- 2013-14 Los Angeles Clippers - 83
- 2013-14 Indiana Pacers - 80
- 2013-14 San Antonio Spurs - 84
- 2015-16 Cleveland Cavaliers - 83
- 2015-16 Golden State Warriors - 84
- 2016-17 Golden State Warriors - 86
- 2018-19 Toronto Raptors - 83
NBA 2k24 Players Ratings and Rumors
The top 20 current player ratings in NBA 2k24 are listed below:
| Player | Overall Rating | 3-Pointer |
| 1. Nikola Jokic | 97 | 84 |
| 2. Giannis Antetokounmpo | 97 | 71 |
| 3. Luka Doncic | 97 | 87 |
| 4. Joel Embiid | 97 | 80 |
| 5. LeBron James | 97 | 73 |
| 6. Kevin Durant | 96 | 87 |
| 7. Steph Curry | 96 | 99 |
| 8. Jayson Tatum | 95 | 87 |
| 9. Damian Lillard | 95 | 89 |
| 10. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander | 94 | 80 |
| 11. Anthony Davis | 94 | 70 |
| 12. Jimmy Butler | 93 | 76 |
| 13. Ja Morant | 92 | 77 |
| 14. Kawhi Leonard | 92 | 85 |
| 15. Zion Willaimson | 92 | 73 |
| 16. Devin Booker | 92 | 86 |
| 17. Donovan Mitchell | 92 | 88 |
| 18. Kyrie Irving | 91 | 84 |
| 19. James Harden | 90 | 85 |
| 20. Jaylen Brown | 90 | 83 |
The 2023 NBA Finals MVP Nikola Jokic is the top-rated player with an overall rating of 97. The 6 feet 11 inches tall center has an impressive 3PT rating of 84 as well. His phenomenal performance to guide Denver Nuggets to their first-ever NBA Championship is well and truly recognized.
Giannis Antetokounmpo, Luka Doncic, Joel Embiid, and LeBron James are four other players with an overall rating of 97. Doncic tops the chart for best 3PT ranking, while King James has the best driving dunk rating at 95 among these four elite players.
Meanwhile, Kevin Durant and Steph Curry have an overall rating of 96, closely followed by Jayson Tatum and Damian Lillard at 95 rating apiece.
When it comes to the 3-pointer rating, there's no one even close to Steph Curry with an exceptional rating of 99. No wonder, the GSW point guard is the leading 3-point scorer in NBA history, ahead of Ray Allen and James Harden.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander of Oklahoma City Thunder is ranked 10th with an overall rating of 94. The 24-year-old point guard had an impressive season with the Thunder making to his career first NBA All-Star team.
Anthony Davis and Jimmy Butler have an overall rating of 94 and 93 respectively. Likewise, five players namely Ja Morant, Kawhi Leonard, Zion Williamson, Devin Booker, and Donovan Mitchell have an equal overall rating of 92.
Last but not least, James Harden and Jaylen Brown with a 90 overall ranking each, close out the esteemed list of top-rated players in NBA 2k24.
NBA 2k24 25th Anniversary Edition Physical Copy Pre Order
With the NBA 2k24 release date set at September 8, 2023, the pre-order for the iconic 25th-anniversary edition has already begun from July 7.
The four editions available across various platforms are:
- NBA 2K24 Kobe Bryant Edition
- NBA 2K24 WNBA Edition
- NBA 2K24 Black Mamba Edition
- NBA 2K24 25th Anniversary Edition
The highly esteemed 25th Anniversary Edition with an attractive NBA Championship ring has limited availability. It comes at a price of $149.99.
For now, it is only available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S. Thankfully, it is also coming to PC via Steam soon.
The pre-order bonuses for NBA 2K24 25th Anniversary Edition are listed below:
- NBA League Pass Subscription for 12 months
- 100K Virtual Currency and 50K MyTEAM Points
- 2K24 Starting 5 Draft Box (3x Option Packs)
- 10 Box MyTEAM Promo Packs
- Cover Star Ruby Rookie Card
- Cover Star Sapphire Card
- Kobe Bryant Sapphire Card
- 1 Diamond Shoe
- 1 Ruby Coach
- 2-hour Double XP Coin for MyTEAM
- 15x 6 types of MyCAREER Skill Boosts
- 15x 3 types of Gatorade Boosts
- Black Mamba MyPLAYER Capsule with 4 different items
- 2K24 Arm Sleeves
- 2K24 Electric Skateboard
- 2K24 Backpack
- 4 Cover Athlete T-shirts for your MyPLAYER
