NBA 2K23 Denver Nuggets: Ratings & Roster

Find the latest ratings and positions for the Denver Nuggets roster in NBA 2K23!

To make the best of the teams and players of NBA 2K23, players need to be aware of the latest overall player ratings, roster, and positions in this installment. In this guide, we will go over the latest NBA 2K23 Denver Nuggets Ratings and player positions for the entire roster.

Key Takeaways
  • Denver Nuggets: NBA 2K23 rating – 92 overall.
  • Dominant duo: Nikola Jokic (96) and Jamal Murray (84).
  • Jokic: MVP, triple-double machine; Murray: clutch scorer, playmaker.
  • Other key players: Porter Jr., Gordon, Green, Nnaji – excel in shooting, dunking, defense, and potential.
  • Strengths: Offense, rebounding, passing, depth; versatile scoring, board dominance, team play, strong bench.
  • Weaknesses: Injury concerns (Murray), defense, athleticism; potential start-season absence, defensive struggles, lack of speed, and explosiveness.

Who Are The Denver Nuggets?

Denver Nuggets Logo
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Founded in 1967, the Denver Nuggets, formerly the Denver Larks and Denver Rockets, rank 2nd in the Northwest Division with 47 NBA and 9 ABA seasons, boasting 28 and 9 playoff appearances.

They hold the 9th position in league rankings with an overall team rating of 92, led by star player Nikola Jokic with a 96 OVR.

In NBA 2K23, the Denver Nuggets are a Tier 1 team with an 80 Overall score. Notably, their Outside Scoring is at 86, Inside Scoring at 78, Athleticism at 78, and Playmaking at 76. However, their Defense and Rebound are lacking at 60 and 58, respectively. Intangibles attribute is at 80, and Potential averages 83.

Denver Nuggets Ratings

With that said, here are the current overall ratings and positions for the Denver Nuggets roster in NBA 2K23!

NBA 2K23 Denver Nuggets Overall Ratings Position and Roster
The overall ratings and positions for the Denver Nuggets roster
NAME OVR POS
1.       Nikola Jokic 96 C
2.       Jamal Murray 84 PG/SG
3.       Michael Porter Jr. 80 SF/SG
4.       Aaron Gordon 79 PF/SF
5.       Nah’Shon Hyland 76 SG/PG
6.       Zeke Nnaji 76 C/PF
7.       Jeff Green 76 PF/C
8.       Bruce Brown 76 SG/SF
9.       Kentavious Caldwell-Pope 76 SG/SF
10.   Ishmael Smith 75 PG
11.   Davon Reed 72 SG
12.   DeAndre Jordan 72 C
13.   Vlatko Cancar 71 PF/SF
14.   Christian Braun 71 SG/SF
15.   Peyton Watson 70 SF/SG
16.   Collin Gillespie 68 PG
17.   Justin Tillman 67 PF/C
18.   Jack White 67 SF

Nikola Jokic – 96

Nikola Jokic
Nikola Jokic – Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images

Nikola Jokic, known as “the Joker,” anchors the Nuggets from the center position. Born on February 19, 1995, in Serbia, he played youth basketball in Vojvodina Srbijagas before joining Mega Vizura.

Selected by the Denver Nuggets as the 41st overall pick in the 2014 NBA draft after stints in the Serbian and Adriatic Leagues, Jokic is a four-time NBA All-Star and earned the NBA Most Valuable Player Award for the 2020-21 and 2021-22 seasons.

Standing at 6’11” and weighing 284 lbs, Jokic is renowned for his exceptional passing, often considered the best among larger athletes. His versatile skillset allows scoring from various positions. Currently, he averages 27.1 Points Per Game, 13.8 Rebounds Per Game, 7.9 Assists Per Game, and holds a 23.0 Player Impact Estimate.

  • Overall: 96
  • Inside Scoring: 90
  • Outside Scoring: 91
  • Athleticism: 77
  • Playmaking: 83
  • Rebounding: 83
  • Defending: 60

Jamal Murray – 84

Jamal Murray
Jamal Murray – Image from Wikipedia

Jamal Murray is another star performer on the Denver Nuggets’ roster in NBA 2K23. He is a 6’3” and 215lbs Canadian player and is also a part of the Canadian national team. Born on February 23, 1997, Murray initially played for the Kentucky Wildcats before being drafted in the 2016 NBA draft as the 7th overall pick.

He currently stands at 21.2 Points Per Game, 4.0 Rebounds Per Game, 4.8 Assists Per Game, and has an 11.7 Player Impact Estimate.

In NBA 2K23, Denver Nuggets’ Jamal Murray has the following overall ratings:

  • Overall: 84
  • Inside Scoring: 65
  • Outside Scoring: 86
  • Athleticism: 79
  • Playmaking: 82
  • Rebounding: 44
  • Defending: 64

Michael Porter Jr. – 80

Michael Porter Jr.
Michael Porter Jr. – Image by Morgan Engel/Getty Images

Michael Porter Jr. is a formidable player at the small forward position for the Denver Nuggets in NBA 2K23, standing 6’10” tall and weighing 218lbs. Born on June 29, 1998, Porter played for the Missouri Tigers and was also named among the top prospects in the class of 2017.

The Nuggets drafted him as the 14th overall pick in the 2018 NBA draft. He has a career-high of 37 points, which he scored in the game against Oklahoma City Thunder, where he steered his team to victory.

In NBA 2K23, Michael Porter Jr. has the following statistics:

  • Overall: 80
  • Inside Scoring: 67
  • Outside Scoring: 78
  • Athleticism: 79
  • Playmaking: 64
  • Rebounding: 61
  • Defending: 58

Aaron Gordon – 79

Aaron Gordon is a 6’8” and 235lbs athlete who takes the forward position for the Denver Nuggets. He was born on September 16, 1995.

Before being drafted into the NBA in 2014 as the 4th overall pick for the Orlando Magic, Gordon played for the University of Arizona, where he took his team to a Pac-12 regular season championship and an Elite Eight appearance in the 2014 NCAA Tournament. He was traded to the Denver Nuggets in 2021.

Currently, he stands at 15.0 Points Per Game, 5.9 Rebounds Per Game, 2.5 Assists Per Game, and has a 9.6 Player Impact Estimate.

In NBA 2K23, Michael Porter Jr. has the following statistics:

  • Overall: 79
  • Inside Scoring: 78
  • Outside Scoring: 73
  • Athleticism: 82
  • Playmaking: 59
  • Rebounding: 59
  • Defending: 67

Nah’Shon Hyland – 76

Born September 14, 2000, Nah’Shon “Bones” Hyland is a prominent guard who stood out as a potential top-175 prospect during his time at St. Georges Technical High School (DE). He stands at a height of 6’2” and weighs 169 lbs. He was awarded A10 Player of the Year honors and was drafted in 2021 as the 26th pick of Round 1.

Currently, he stands at 10.1 Points Per Game, 2.7 Rebounds Per Game, 2.8 Assists Per Game, and 9.6 Player Impact Estimate.

In NBA 2K23, Denver Nuggets’ Nah’Shon Hyland has the following overall ratings:

  • Overall: 76
  • Inside Scoring: 52
  • Outside Scoring: 80
  • Athleticism: 73
  • Playmaking: 76
  • Rebounding: 47
  • Defending: 53

Zeke Nnaji – 76

Zeke Nnaji, born January 9, 2001, is a 6’9” forward-center on the Denver Nuggets’ NBA 2K23 roster, weighing 240lbs. Drafted 22nd overall in 2020, he excelled at the University of Arizona, earning Pac-12 honors and Freshman of the Year.

Nnaji is known for intense play, strong footwork, and mid-range shooting. Currently averaging 6.6 Points, 3.6 Rebounds, and 0.4 Assists, with a 7.8 Player Impact Estimate, he’s a potential instant starter. Room for improvement exists in shot-blocking.

In NBA 2K23, Zeke Nnaji has the following statistics:

  • Overall: 76
  • Inside Scoring: 72
  • Outside Scoring: 75
  • Athleticism: 80
  • Playmaking: 38
  • Rebounding: 65
  • Defending: 52

Jeff Green – 76

Born on August 28, 1986, Jeff Green is currently a forward for the Denver Nuggets. He stands at a height of 6’8” and weighs 235lbs. He started his college basketball career playing for the Georgetown Hoyas where he started in all 102 games. In the 2007 NBA draft, he was selected as the 5th overall pick by the Boston Celtics.

On the court, Green is a versatile player who is quick to recognize opportunities for passing and playmaking. His ball handling is remarkable for his size, and he can also defend multiple positions on the floor. Currently, he stands at 10.3 Points Per Game, 3.1 Rebounds Per Game, 1.3 Assists Per Game, and has a 7.5 Player Impact Estimate.

In NBA 2K23, Jeff Green has the following statistics:

  • Overall: 76
  • Inside Scoring: 73
  • Outside Scoring: 72
  • Athleticism: 75
  • Playmaking: 59
  • Rebounding: 45
  • Defending: 60

Bruce Brown – 76

Bruce Brown is a guard-forward on the Denver Nuggets’ roster for NBA 2K23 and was drafted into the NBA by the Detroit Pistons in 2018 as the 42nd overall pick. Born on August 15, 1996, Brown has a height of 6’4” and a weight of 202lbs. Before the NBA, he played for the Wakefield Memorial High School and then for the Miami Hurricanes.

Moreover, he was named for the 2017-18 Preseason All-ACC Second Team selection and for the 2017-18 Wooden Award Preseason Top 50. After getting drafted, he was traded to the Brooklyn Nets in 2020. Afterward, he signed with the Denver Nuggets in July 2022. He has played 74 NBA games to date and has started in 56 of those.

Now, he stands at 9.0 Points Per Game, 4.8 Rebounds Per Game, 2.1 Assists Per Game, and has a 9.3 Player Impact Estimate.

In NBA 2K23, Denver Nuggets’ Bruce Brown has the following overall and ratings:

  • Overall: 76
  • Inside Scoring: 54
  • Outside Scoring: 76
  • Athleticism: 81
  • Playmaking: 70
  • Rebounding: 59
  • Defending: 70

Kentavious Caldwell-Pope – 76

Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, a 6’5” guard, boasts almost a decade in the NBA. Born on February 18, 1993, he earned SEC Player of the Year honors in 2013 while playing for the Georgia Bulldogs. The 8th overall pick in 2013 by the Detroit Pistons, he clinched an NBA championship with the Los Angeles Lakers in 2020 before being traded to the Denver Nuggets in July 2022.

Caldwell-Pope is recognized for his improved shooting, effective pick-and-roll play, and disruptive defense. Currently averaging 13.2 Points, 3.4 Rebounds, and 1.9 Assists Per Game, he holds an 8.0 Player Impact Estimate.

In NBA 2K23, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope has the following statistics:

  • Overall: 76
  • Inside Scoring: 54
  • Outside Scoring: 82
  • Athleticism: 80
  • Playmaking: 70
  • Rebounding: 43
  • Defending: 70

Ishmael Smith – 75

Born on July 5, 1988, Ishmael Smith takes a point guard position for the Denver Nuggets in NBA 2K23. He stands 6’0” tall and weighs around 175 lbs. In college basketball, he was among the quickest players during his time playing for the Wake Forest Demon Deacons.

He was drafted by the Houston Rockets in 2010. Since then, he has played for multiple teams, including Orlando Magic, Milwaukee Bucks, Oklahoma City Thunder, and the Philadelphia 76ers. He was traded to the Denver Nuggets in 2022 along with Kentavious Caldwell-Pope.

Currently, he stands at 6.3 Points Per Game, 2.2 Rebounds Per Game, 3.8 Assists Per Game, and has a 9.2 Player Impact Estimate.

In NBA 2K23, Ishmael Smith has the following statistics:

  • Overall: 75
  • Inside Scoring: 45
  • Outside Scoring: 72
  • Athleticism: 74
  • Playmaking: 84
  • Rebounding: 44
  • Defending: 57

Davon Reed – 72

Davon Reed is a guard and a strong swingman for the Denver Nuggets. He was born on June 11, 1995, has a height of 6’5”, and weighs 206lbs. In his early college career, he played for the Miami Hurricanes. Afterward, he was brought into the NBA during the 2017 NBA draft by the Phoenix Suns as the 32nd overall pick.

Currently, he stands at 4.4 Points Per Game, 2.3 Rebounds Per Game, 1.1 Assists Per Game, and has an 8.3 Player Impact Estimate.

In NBA 2K23, Denver Nuggets’ Davon Reed has the following overall ratings:

  • Overall: 72
  • Inside Scoring: 59
  • Outside Scoring: 76
  • Athleticism: 71
  • Playmaking: 65
  • Rebounding: 50
  • Defending: 57

DeAndre Jordan – 72

Born July 21, 1988, DeAndre Jordan, 6’11” and 265lbs, plays center for the Denver Nuggets in NBA 2K23. His college career at Texas A&M included 35 games, starting in 21, earning him a spot on the Big 12 All-Freshmen Team with a career-high of 18 points.

Drafted 35th overall in 2008 by the Los Angeles Clippers, Jordan has played for the Mavericks, New York Knicks, Nets, and Pistons and joined the Nuggets in July 2022.

Known for shot-blocking, quick transitions, and solid rebounding, Jordan’s stats stand at 4.3 PPG, 5.5 RPG, and 0.4 APG, with a 12.0 Player Impact Estimate. Improvement in body strength is noted.

In NBA 2K23, DeAndre Jordan has the following statistics:

  • Overall: 72
  • Inside Scoring: 56
  • Outside Scoring: 38
  • Athleticism: 79
  • Playmaking: 37
  • Rebounding: 89
  • Defending: 61

Vlatko Cancar – 71

Vlatko Cancar is a small forward player for the Nuggets, hailing from Slovenia. He was born on April 10, 1997. Standing 6’8” tall and weighing 236lbs, Cancar took up a 5-year contract with Union Olimpija in April 2015. He was also a member of the Slovenia national basketball team and won a gold medal at EuroBasket 2017.

Currently, he stands at 4.1 points per game, 2.1 rebounds per game, and 1.1 assists per game and has an 8.5 player impact estimate.

In NBA 2K23, Vlatko Cancar has the following statistics:

  • Overall: 71
  • Inside Scoring: 55
  • Outside Scoring: 69
  • Athleticism: 69
  • Playmaking: 55
  • Rebounding: 56
  • Defending: 48

Christian Braun – 71

Christian Braun is a versatile swingman who takes the guard position for the Denver Nuggets. Born on April 17, 2001, Braun is a rookie player with a height of 6’6” and a weight of 220lbs. During his early career, he partook in the Kansas National Championship. He was drafted into the NBA in 2022 by the Denver Nuggets as the 21st overall pick.

His defensive chops, passing abilities, and competitive spirit really came through early on. In fact, Jim Clibanoff, Denver’s vice president of scouting, was quite impressed by the player’s physique, intensity, and passion.

In NBA 2K23, Christian Braun has the following statistics:

  • Overall: 71
  • Inside Scoring: 50
  • Outside Scoring: 73
  • Athleticism: 78
  • Playmaking: 69
  • Rebounding: 53
  • Defending: 56

Peyton Watson – 70

Peyton Watson assumes a guard position on the Denver Nuggets’ roster in NBA 2K23. He was born on September 11, 2002 and has a height of 6’8” and a weight of 200lbs. The Nuggets recruited him during the NBA draft 2022 as the 30th overall pick.

Watson was a highly sought-after recruit despite still requiring a lot of polish. He has a large wingspan and great athleticism. This means that he has the potential to become a strong offensive player and a solid defender as well due to the way he can block advances. His ball-handling, rebound, and form are also sound.

In NBA 2K23, Peyton Watson has the following statistics:

  • Overall: 70
  • Inside Scoring: 55
  • Outside Scoring: 66
  • Athleticism: 76
  • Playmaking: 59
  • Rebounding: 61
  • Defending: 62

Collin Gillespie – 68

Collin Gillespie is another one of the upcoming expected recruits for the Denver Nuggets, taking the guard position. He was born on June 25, 1999, and stands 6’3” tall with a weight of 195lbs. He is set to enter the NBA draft in 2022 with plenty of accolades under his belt. So far, he has three Big East Championships and a National Championship.

Gillespie has good game sense and can score reliably. Aside from this, his defensive instincts are also strong, which means he can consistently disrupt attackers.

In NBA 2K23, Collin Gillespie has the following statistics:

  • Overall: 68
  • Inside Scoring: 52
  • Outside Scoring: 69
  • Athleticism: 73
  • Playmaking: 74
  • Rebounding: 44
  • Defending: 55

Justin Tillman – 67

Justin Tillman is another projected pick for the NBA 2022 draft. He was born on February 2, 1996 and has a height of 6’8” and a weight of 220lbs. He attended the Virginia Commonwealth University and played in the Portsmouth Invitational Tournament.

Tillman is a strong forward who does well rebounding the ball and dribbling. He also has decent athleticism and can serve as a defender.

In NBA 2K23, Justin Tillman has the following statistics:

  • Overall: 67
  • Inside Scoring: 64
  • Outside Scoring: 56
  • Athleticism: 71
  • Playmaking: 43
  • Rebounding: 71
  • Defending: 44

Jack White – 67

Born on August 5, 1997, Jack White was recently signed by the Denver Nuggets in a two-way contract in July 2022. He stands 6’7” tall and weighs 225 lbs. He initially played for Duke University for 4 years, appearing in 103 games. Here, he stood at 2.7 Points Per Game and 3.0 Rebounds Per Game. He remained undrafted during the NBA draft in 2020. Afterward, he played for the Nuggets 2022 Las Vegas Summer League entry for 5 games.

In NBA 2K23, Jack White has the following statistics:

  • Overall: 67
  • Inside Scoring: 57
  • Outside Scoring: 60
  • Athleticism: 70
  • Playmaking: 48
  • Rebounding: 62
  • Defending: 57

That sums up the overall ratings and positions for the entire roster of Denver Nuggets in NBA 2K23. Let us know if you found the overall ratings helpful and what new tactics you plan on using for these players! For more NBA 2K23 ratings, check out our ratings guide on the Denver Pistons and the Minnesota Timberwolves!

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