Yahoo Fantasy Basketball analyst Dan Titus released his 9-category top-200 player rankings for the 2026-27 draft season, putting Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokić at No. 1 overall ahead of San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama. The publication debuted the living, breathing, updating hub on its platform as points and categories prepare to count for the upcoming campaign.
Top-Tier Rankings and Early-Round Value
Nikola Jokić claims the top spot in the 9-category format, followed closely by Victor Wembanyama at No. 2. Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Dončić lands at No. 3, while Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander takes No. 4. Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham rounds out the top five.
Further down the first round, Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey sits at No. 6, Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards is No. 7, and Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum occupies the No. 8 spot. Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton ranks No. 9, and Miami Heat forward Giannis Antetokounmpo closes out the top ten.
Notable Names in the Top Thirty
Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell leads the second tier at No. 11. Dallas Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg debuts at No. 12, standing out as a high-profile newcomer in the top-250 draft rankings. Atlanta Hawks forward Jalen Johnson follows at No. 13.
Jalen Brunson checks in at No. 30 overall for the New York Knicks. Fresh off a championship run with the Knicks, Brunson enters the fantasy draft season ready to put up big numbers in category leagues. Fellow New York teammate Karl-Anthony Towns appears higher at No. 16.
Yahoo fantasy basketball analyst Dan Titus authored the rankings
When do these fantasy rankings update?
The rankings page serves as a living, breathing hub that updates dynamically throughout the draft season.
Who compiled the 9-category player list?
Yahoo Fantasy Basketball analyst Dan Titus authored the top-200 player rankings.
Where does Jalen Brunson rank?
Jalen Brunson is ranked No. 30 overall for the New York Knicks.