Victor Wembanyama has been revealed because the Commonplace Version cowl athlete for NBA 2K27 following the San Antonio Spurs’ heartbreaking run within the 2026 NBA Finals.
The choice annoyed some basketball followers who anticipated Jalen Brunson or one other member of the champion New York Knicks to obtain the highlight. Knicks heart Andre Drummond additionally questioned the choice by replying to NBA 2K’s official X account: “How’s [Jalen Brunson] not on the quilt?”
Wembanyama joins Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark, who headlines the Deluxe Version, and Chicago Bulls legend Derrick Rose, featured on the limited-time Extremely Version.
NBA 2K27 launches worldwide on September 4, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Collection X|S, Nintendo Change 2, and PC through Steam. Deluxe and Extremely Version homeowners will obtain early entry starting August 28.
Gamers can now preorder NBA 2K27 for PS5, Xbox Collection X|S, and PC by means of the sport’s official web site The Nintendo Change 2 model is presently out there to wishlist.
