NBA 2K26 Info: Release Date, Cover Athletes, FAQ, Predictions, & More

NBA 2K26 Release Date, Cover Athlete, Info, FAQ

Here is everything you need to know about NBA 2K26! Based on previous releases, the NBA 2K26 release date is expected to be on Friday, September 5, 2025.

NBA 2K – NBA 2K26 Release Dates & Cover Athletes

TitleRelease DateCover Athlete(s)Cover Art
NBA 2K2609/05/25 (estimate)Predictions: Anthony Edwards, Wemby, or SGA NBA 2K26 Release Date, Cover Athlete, Info, FAQ
NBA 2K2509/06/24Jayson Tatum, Vince Carter, A'ja Wilson
NBA 2K2409/08/23Kobe Bryant
Sabrina Ionescu
NBA 2K2309/09/22Devin Booker
Michael Jordan
Diana Taurasi
Sue Bird
J. Cole
NBA 2K2209/10/21Luka Doncic
Kevin Durant
Dirk Nowitzki
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
Candace Parker
Rui Hachimura
NBA 2K2109/04/20Zion Williamson
Damian Lillard
Kobe Bryant
NBA 2K2009/06/19Anthony Davis
Dwyane Wade
NBA 2K1909/11/18Giannis Antetokounmpo
LeBron James
Ben Simmons
NBA 2K1809/19/17Kyrie Irving
Shaquille O'Neal
DeMar DeRozan
NBA 2K1709/20/16Paul George
Kobe Bryant
Pau Gasol
Danilo Gallinari
NBA 2K1609/29/15Stephen Curry
James Harden
Anthony Davis
Michael Jordan
Marc & Pao Gasol
Tony Parker
Dennis Schroder
NBA 2K1510/07/14Kevin Durant
NBA 2K1410/01/13LeBron James
NBA 2K1310/02/12Blake Griffin
Kevin Durant
Derrick Rose
NBA 2K1210/04/11Michael Jordan
Magic Johnson
Larry Bird
NBA 2K1110/05/10Michael Jordan
NBA 2K1010/06/09Kobe Bryant
NBA 2K910/07/08Kevin Garnett
NBA 2K810/02/07Chris Paul
NBA 2K709/25/06Shaquille O'Neal
NBA 2K609/26/05Shaquille O'Neal
NBA 2K509/28/04Ben Wallace
NBA 2K410/21/03Allen Iverson
NBA 2K310/07/02Allen Iverson
NBA 2K210/24/01Allen Iverson
NBA 2K110/31/00Allen Iverson
NBA 2K11/10/99Allen Iverson

NBA 2K26 FAQ

Is there going to be an NBA 2K26?

Yes

When is the NBA 2K26 Release Date?

Based on previous releases, the NBA 2K26 release date is expected to be on Friday, September 5, 2025

Is NBA 2K26 Cross Platform / Crossplay?

Crossplay is available for Xbox Series X/S and PlayStation 5

What platforms will NBA 2K26 be available on?

NBA 2K26 will be available on Xbox Series X/S and PlayStation 5, and PC/Steam, and to be determined for Xbox One, PlayStation 4, and Nintendo Switch.

When can I pre-order NBA 2K26?

You can pre-order NBA 2K26 in July 2025

How much does NBA 2K26 cost and what editions?

Expect to have a variety of editions with different prices similar to previous years:

  • NBA 2K26 Standard Edition – $69.99
  • NBA 2K26 WNBA Edition – $79.99
  • NBA 2K26 All-Star Edition – $99.99
  • NBA 2K26 Hall of Fame Edition (includes NBA League Pass) – $149.99

Where can I buy NBA 2K26 ?

NBA 2K26 will be available to buy from the official NBA 2K store, Walmart, Amazon, Best Buy, and more outlets.

Who are the NBA 2K26 Cover Athletes?

TBA. Cover Athlete predictions include Anthony Edwards, Nikola Jokic, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Victor Wembanyama, and more.

What are the NBA 2K26 new features and game modes?

NBA 2K26 is expected to feature the traditional game modes that have been a of staple of the NBA 2K series for several years, which include MyCAREER, MyTEAM, The City, MyNBA, Play Now Online, and Blacktop.

When is the official NBA 2K26 Trailer?

Expect the official NBA 2K26 Trailer in July or early August 2025

Who are the top rated players in NBA 2K26?

Depending on how the 2024-2025 NBA season plays out in terms of player performances, the top rated players in NBA 2K26 will likely be comparable to top players in the game at the end of the season. Current top players include Nikola Jokic, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Luka Doncic, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jayson Tatum, Steph Curry, and more.

Will there be an NBA 2K26 demo?

The last few NBA 2K iterations have had no demo, so no demo is expected for NBA 2K26 unless 2K decides to change course on that.

Key Dates

Here are the estimated key dates and times for the NBA 2K26 announcements and content schedule:

July 2025

  • NBA 2K26 officially announced
  • NBA 2K26 new features announced
  • NBA 2K26 pre-orders available and pre-order bonuses announced
  • NBA 2K26 released date announced
  • NBA 2K26 official trailer revealed
  • NBA 2K26 rookie player ratings announced

August 2025

  • NBA 2K26 game modes and full features revealed: MyCAREER, The City, MyTEAM, MyNBA, The W, MyPLAYER Builder
  • NBA 2K26 Community Day
  • NBA 2K26 player ratings revealed

September 2025

  • NBA 2K26 soundtrack revealed
  • NBA 2K26 Early Tip-Off
  • NBA 2K26 launch

Conclusion

Stay tuned as NBA 2KW is covering all of the upcoming and latest news and rumors about NBA 2K26!