Considering the new ranking, if you’re an NBA 2k23 fan, you might wonder about the best team in the game this season. You need to find a team that needs you in that position. Trying to replace the Philadelphia 76ers’ center is never going to happen. You will need to find the right team for your position.
So, let’s break down the top 7 teams for both next-generation and current-generation players to play with in NBA 2k23.
7. Cleveland Cavaliers
With a 91 overall rating, the Cleveland Cavaliers improved their team by adding Donovan Mitchell, Garland, and Caris LeVert. Over five players on the team are rated 80 or above.
The top-rated backcourt pairs with a frontcourt like Kevin Love, Evan Mobley, and Jarrett Allen, making it the best offense team in NBA 2k23. Despite being at the bottom of the list, the Cavaliers still possess a handful of good Point Guards for decent ball distribution and a variety of Center players who use their large stature to attempt a basket during the initial stages of the game.
6. Philadelphia 76ers
Philadelphia 76ers is among the best teams, with a 92 overall rating in NBA 2k23. This team has the strongest duos, like James Harden and Joel Embiid, who are good in offense and defense.
In addition to these duos, you can get strong players like Tobias Harris, P.J. Tucker, Tyrese Maxey, and Montrezi Harell who set teams up for success.
5. Boston Celtics
Next up is the Boston Celtics, who have a 94-ovr rating. This team is made up of perfectly balanced young stars such as Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, who rank at the topmost positions on the team.
What makes the Celtics an Elite team is their collection of rising stars and the expectation of the team to improve with time.
4. Los Angeles Lakers
Lakers have top leaders like LeBron James and Anthony Davis, who contribute to their overall rating of 95 and make them a must-have team in NBA 2K23. The Lakers’ backcourt remains similar after Russel Westbrook, and to round out the team’s backcourt, Lonnie Walker IV is the best-underrated pickup.
The team has strong new players now like D’Angelo Russel, Jarred Vanderbilt, Rui Hachimura, and Dennis Schroder. Lakers once held the record for the most wins, highest win percentage, and most NBA Finals appearances of any franchise.
3. Golden State Warriors
The Golden State Warriors are one of the best teams on the list due to their overall rating of 95, especially with players such as Stephen Curry as their top PG.
The defending final champions of 2k22, the Warriors return with a great depth of players from backcourt to frontcourt and power forward position. Being able to hold the title of current champions, the Warriors still have much to prove.
2. Los Angeles Clippers
The Clippers are arguably one of the best teams to ever step foot on the court, with 96 OVR. They have passed the first round of the playoffs seven times but, despite that, couldn’t win either the Conference or League title. However, with players like five-time All-Star Kawhi Leonard, the Clippers can do the unthinkable.
1. Milwaukee Bucks
Standing at the top, the Milwaukee Bucks have the highest OVR rating of 96, making it the highest-rated team. The team is built with great players like Giannis Antetokounmpo, who has consecutively been a 6x NBA All-Star, making the Bucks one of the strongest teams in NBA 2K23.
Milwaukee has a strong chance of going to the Finals, and even after Khris Middleton’s injury, the team maintained its roster.
