The fans have spoken. After more than 300,000 votes on r/NBA’s annual Top 100 player rankings, Nikola Jokic was crowned the best player in the world, cementing his place at the top of the sport in the eyes of basketball’s most passionate online community.
1. Nikola Jokic
2. Giannis Antetokounmpo
3. Luka Doncic
4. Stephen Curry
5. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
6. Jayson Tatum
7. Anthony Edwards
8. LeBron James
9. Victor Wembanyama
10. Kevin Durant
11. Anthony Davis
12. Tyrese Haliburton
13. Kawhi Leonard
14. Donovan Mitchell
15. Jalen Brunson
16. Devin Booker
17. Cade Cunningham
18. Jaylen Brown
19 . Paolo Banchero
20. Karl-Anthony Towns
21. Pascal Siakam
22. Joel Embiid
23. Trae Young
24. James Harden
25. Kyrie Irving
26. Jimmy Butler
27. Ja Morant
28. Evan Mobley
29. Jalen Williams
30. Bam Adebayo
31. Domantas Sabonis
32. Tyrese Maxey
33. Jaren Jackson Jr.
34. Alperen Sengun
35. Chet Holmgren
36. De'Aaron Fox
37. Jamal Murray
38. Franz Wagner
39. Julius Randle
40. Derrick White
41. Zion Williamson
42. Rudy Gobert
43. Darius Garland
44. Aaron Gordon
45. Damian Lillard
46. LaMelo Ball
47. Scottie Barnes
48. Amen Thompson
49. OG Anunoby
50. Lauri Markkanen
51. Ivica Zubac
52. Mikal Bridges
53. Tyler Herro
54. Myles Turner
55. Jarrett Allen
56. Desmond Bane
57. DeMar DeRozan
58. Draymond Green
59. Kristaps Porzingis
60. Jrue Holiday
61. Austin Reaves
62. Brandon Ingram
63. Alex Caruso
64. Zach LaVine
65. Paul George
66. Dyson Daniels
67. Naz Reid
68. Jaden McDaniels
69. Andrew Nembhard
70. Jalen Johnson
71. Norman Powell
72. Isaiah Hartenstein
73. Lu Dort
74. Fred VanVleet
75. Cam Johnson
76. Josh Giddey
77. Josh Hart
78. Jalen Suggs
79. Jalen Green
80. Trey Murphy III
81. Aaron Nesmith
82. Bradley Beal
83. Coby White
84. Payton Pritchard
85. Herb Jones
86. RJ Barrett
87. Michael Porter Jr.
88. Deni Avdija
89. Christian Braun
90. CJ McCollum
91. Dillon Brooks
92. Jalen Duren
93. Nikola Vucevic
94. De'Andre Hunter
95. Mitchell Robinson
96. Anfernee Simons
97. Jordan Poole
98. Toumani Camara
99. Devin Vassell
100. Tari Eason
It’s hardly a surprise. Jokic has spent the past three seasons redefining what a center can be, winning an MVP in 2024 and a Finals MVP in 2023, and nearly averaging a triple-double last season while leading the Denver Nuggets. His dominance as a scorer, rebounder, and playmaker has given him a strong case as the most skilled big man in history. Fans clearly agreed, handing him the No. 1 spot without much debate.
Right behind Jokic was Giannis Antetokounmpo, the Milwaukee Bucks’ two-time MVP and 2021 champion, who continues to be one of the league’s most dominant two-way forces. Luka Doncic rounded out the top three, fresh off a franchise-altering trade to the Los Angeles Lakers. With his mix of scoring brilliance and flair, fans pushed him into a tier with Jokic and Giannis, solidifying him as the NBA’s next global icon.
But perhaps the most surprising placement came at No. 4. Stephen Curry, now 37 years old, ranked ahead of LeBron James in the fan vote. Curry, widely regarded as the greatest shooter of all time, remains dangerous as ever, keeping the Golden State Warriors in contention through his ability to warp defenses with his range.
The ranking shows that fans still see Curry’s impact as transcendent, even as he enters the twilight of his career.
LeBron, who will turn 41 next season, landed at No. 8. It’s a testament to his longevity that he’s still considered top-10 material after more than two decades in the league. But for fans to place Curry four spots above him speaks to how narratives have shifted. While LeBron remains a top-tier playmaker and physical force, Curry’s skill set feels timeless; his shooting will never age.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the reigning MVP and Finals MVP, came in at No. 5, rounding out the top tier. His placement just behind Curry and ahead of Jayson Tatum reflects how quickly his star has risen after leading the Oklahoma City Thunder to their first championship in franchise history.
The rest of the top 10 was a mix of established legends and the next generation. Tatum was sixth, followed by Anthony Edwards, whose playoff heroics with Minnesota vaulted him into superstardom. LeBron held eighth, while Victor Wembanyama cracked ninth after a dazzling year with San Antonio. Kevin Durant, still producing at a high level at 36, closed the list at No. 10.
Looking further down, notable debates will surely rage. Joel Embiid, the 2023 MVP, was ranked just 22nd, well behind names like Cade Cunningham and Paolo Banchero. Kawhi Leonard, once considered a top-five player, sat at 13. Rising stars like Jalen Williams (No. 29), Chet Holmgren (No. 35), and Amen Thompson (No. 48) showed how much faith fans already have in the league’s young blood.
But the headline is clear: Jokic is now firmly established as the best player right now. Curry over LeBron may have raised eyebrows, but in the eyes of 300,000 fans, the Serbian maestro reigns supreme.
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