?10. Paul George (88)

Paul George has had a leg injury last month and might miss the entire upcoming season but everyone hopes that he would come back strong. He is the most important player in that Indiana Pacers squad and he won the most improved player award last year. He is expected to be rated 88 in the game.

?9. Dwight Howard (88)

The Houston Rockets would be expecting him to put the poor offseason behind him. He is widely regarded as the game’s best two-way big man and is expected to be rated 88 in the game. He became the first player to win the defensive player of the year award for three consecutive seasons.

?8. Tony Parker

San Antonio Spurs Point guard was very instrumental in his team winning their fifth title in fifteen years. He is also his team’s all time leader in assists. The screenshot that revealed Tim’s ratings has also revealed Parker’s rating to be 88 in the game.

?7. Stephen Curry (89)

Regarded as one of the world’s best shooters, he is also a very good ballhandler. Some experts expect him to have an even better season in 2014-15 and in that case might even break in to the 90’s in the next installment. For now, he is expected to be rated 89 in NBA 2K15.

?6. Blake Griffin (89)

Someone who has been an All-Star every season he has played, Blake has helped the Clippers become playoff contenders. He was also named the rookie player of the year in 2011 and is expected to have a rating of 89 this year.

?5. Russell Westbrook (89)

Oklahoma City Thunder’s point guard is a three time NBA All star and recently averaged 26.7 points, 7.3 rebounds, and 8.1 assists in 19 games. He is expected to be rated 89 in this year’s installment.

?4. Tim Duncan (90)

One of the obvious choices after the rating was leaked for the Spurs players. The 38 year old veteran is one of the greatest players in NBA history and won the most valuable player award on two occasions apart from winning five NBA titles.

?3. Chris Paul (92)

Considered one of the best point guards ever, he had one more great season. He has made it to the NBA All star team on seven occasions. Also he won the rookie player of the year award in 2006. That is why we expect him to be rated as high as 92 in the game.

?2. Kevin Durant (95)

No, we don’t expect the cover star to be ranked number 1 in the game. Like mentioned earlier, it is now widely known that he will be rated 95 in the game. Named the most valuable player this year, he has also won an Olympic gold medal and a World Championship with the US National Team.

?1. LeBron James (97)

This one wasn’t a surprise was it? LeBron has now rejoined the Cleveland Cavaliers after winning two titles with Miami Heat. He was named the most valuable player 4 times and has made it to the all star team ten times in total. He is expected to be highest rated player with a rating of 97.

Originally published on dimemag.com

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