Top 10 NBA Players Right Now According to The Ringer

Ringer's Top NBA Players

Ringer recently updated its Top NBA Players for 2025-26 Season. Huge shocker - LeBron James is not in the Top ten list. Check out who replaced the NBA superstar.

Nikola Jokić (Denver Nuggets)

Three-time MVP anchors Denver with calm brilliance — elite passing, efficiency and floor control. He shapes offenses, racks triple-doubles, and remains the league’s most unstoppable playmaking big.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (Oklahoma City Thunder)

Reigning MVP who carries OKC nightly: elite scoring, improved defense, and steady playmaking. Shai’s relentless consistency and leadership have turned Oklahoma City into a true Western contender.

Giannis Antetokounmpo (Milwaukee Bucks)

Giannis bulldozes defenses with length, strength and improving playmaking. Still a double-double machine, his two-way impact and defensive leadership keep Milwaukee consistently in title conversations.

Luka Dončić (Los Angeles Lakers)

Luka’s unparalleled playmaking and scoring now fuel the Lakers. A walking triple-double threat, his late-game heroics and capacity to elevate teammates make L.A. instantly dangerous.

Anthony Edwards (Minnesota Timberwolves)

Explosive scorer turned leader, Edwards blends athleticism, improved defense, and clutch production. His confidence and growth have pushed Minnesota into serious Western contention.

Victor Wembanyama (San Antonio Spurs)

Wembanyama’s rare 7'4" skill set — rim protection, perimeter scoring, and playmaking — has matured. Already a generational two-way force and a legitimate MVP candidate.

Stephen Curry (Golden State Warriors)

Curry remains the sport’s prime shooter and offensive architect. His off-ball gravity, court vision, and championship pedigree keep Golden State competitive and endlessly dangerous.

Donovan Mitchell (Cleveland Cavaliers)

Mitchell combines elite shot creation with improving playmaking and defense. He consistently carries Cleveland in clutch moments, sustaining high usage with efficient scoring and leadership.

Jalen Brunson (New York Knicks)

Brunson runs New York with poise, craft and relentless scoring. His midrange mastery, decision-making, and late-game composure make the Knicks a perennial threat in the East.

Kevin Durant (Houston Rockets)

Durant remains an automatic bucket with vintage scoring craft and efficiency. Now in Houston, KD’s offense-heavy brilliance and spacing transform the Rockets into an immediate contender.