Fantasy NBA 2025/26 Dynasty Rankings

Fantasy NBA 2025/26 Dynasty Rankings

The dynasty grind never stops — whether you’re rebuilding, chasing a chip, or just trying to fleece your league mates in the off-season. This list is built from a blend of expert sources, my own rankings, and real-world NBA trends to give you the clearest picture of player value heading into the 2025 season and beyond.

We’ve factored in:

  • Long-term upside – who’s got the talent and age curve to dominate for years
  • Role stability – minutes, usage, and team situation matter
  • Injury history – availability is a skill
  • Upside vs. floor – some players win you weeks, others win you seasons

One thing to note is you are still trying to win! So some vets may rank higher than expected but if you’re holding them, you are likely looking to win and they still have value! Don’t sell low! So whether you’re holding a contender together or planning a two-year tank for draft capital, this top 150 will help you find the right balance between win-now production and future dominance.

Let’s get into it! 


Ranking

Player

Why

1

Victor Wembanyama

Despite a blood clot sidelining him late in the season, Wembanyama continues to redefine the big-man archetype with elite block potential, versatile scoring, and Spurs building around his impressive defensive ceiling.

2

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander

Coming off a championship-winning campaign where he was untouchable in scoring and efficiency

3

Luka Doncic

As dangerous as ever, the newly leaner Luka enters another season electrifying in every stat category

4

Nikola Jokic

The undisputed fantasy machine, Joker routinely delivers triple-doubles and elite efficiency

5

Giannis Antetokounmpo

Remains a fantasy force thanks to his elite production across categories. Mounting trade rumors and a lack of supporting talent could impact his long-term dynasty outlook

6

Cade Cunningham

Cade just showed he can lead the Pistons with explosive scoring and playmaking; he’s got legitimate ceiling for top-tier dynasty upside

7

Anthony Edwards

Ant-Man averages high across categories and offers a package of scoring, assists, and athleticism

8

Chet Holmgren

Coming off a championship and big extension, Chet blends elite rim protection with floor-spacing - his ceiling is a multi-category monster

9

Cooper Flagg

The heralded rookie projects as generational dynasty value - athletic, versatile, and a stat-sheet stuffer

10

Tyrese Haliburton

Out for 2025/26 but his playoff heroics have solidified his status as a top-tier fantasy trigger man

11

Devin Booker

Booker’s scoring and playmaking remain elite, and with franchise control firmly in his grasp he’s poised to lead a creative rebuild

12

Trae Young

Elite usage and sky-high assists

13

Evan Mobley

Elite defensive guard impressions and improving offensive game give him star upside

14

Jayson Tatum

Out for 2025/26 but Tatum’s dynasty value remains sky-high

15

LaMelo Ball

Elite playmaker with elite scoring upside; health is the only real concern.

16

Anthony Davis

Still a top-tier producer when healthy, but age and injuries cap long-term value.

17

Karl Anthony Towns

Versatile big with elite shooting for his position; future depends on health and team context.

18

Jalen Williams

Rapid riser with strong all-around game; poised for All-Star level production.

19

Paolo Banchero

Young cornerstone with elite scoring and rebounding; passing growth boosts dynasty outlook.

20

Alperen Sengun

One of the best young passing bigs in the league; could be a perennial All-NBA talent.

21

Tyrese Maxey

High-efficiency scorer with improving playmaking; set for a long prime.

22

Amen Thompson

Explosive rookie with elite defensive and rebounding upside; shooting will determine ceiling.

23

James Harden

Still an elite facilitator with strong scoring; age and future role may limit long-term value.

24

Donovan Mitchell

Consistent elite scorer with strong peripherals; entering prime years for win-now builds.

25

Domantas Sabonis

Triple-double threat from the center spot; elite rebounder and passer with a safe floor.

26

Jalen Johnson

Athletic forward with growing offensive role; two-way upside makes him a breakout candidate.

27

Scottie Barnes

Versatile young star with elite defense and playmaking; shooting gains could unlock top-15 potential.

28

Bam Adebayo

Elite defender and passer for a big; steady production but limited long-range scoring.

29

Stephen Curry

Generational shooter who still posts elite numbers; age is the only long-term concern.

30

Jaren Jackson Jr.

Elite shot blocker with improved offense; rebounding remains a slight dynasty weakness.

31

Franz Wagner

High-IQ scorer and playmaker with room to grow; key piece in Orlando’s long-term core.

32

Jalen Brunson

Elite scorer and leader in New York; consistent efficiency makes him a safe top guard in his prime.

33

Darius Garland

Skilled playmaker and shooter; value dips slightly next to Mitchell but still a long-term asset.

34

Dylan Harper

Highly touted incoming rookie with star upside; early development will dictate dynasty trajectory.

35

De’Aaron Fox

Blazing speed and strong scoring; consistent top guard production with room for more assist volume.

36

LeBron James

Still producing elite all-around numbers; short-term win-now play with diminishing long-term outlook.

37

Kevin Durant

Elite scoring and efficiency remain; injury risk and age make him a sell-high for rebuilders.

38

Trey Murphy III

Sharpshooting wing with expanding role; athleticism and defense give him intriguing two-way potential.

39

Ja Morant

Electric scorer and playmaker; suspension history and off-court risks slightly temper his elite upside.

40

Jaylen Brown

High-level two-way wing; consistent scoring floor but limited playmaking caps ceiling in fantasy. Could be in for a massive season!

41

Zion Williamson

Dominant inside presence when healthy; durability remains the only thing holding back top-10 potential.

42

Tyler Herro

Elite shooter with secondary playmaking; high-volume scorer whose role could fluctuate with Miami’s roster.

43

Brandon Miller

Smooth-shooting rookie wing with star potential; efficiency and usage growth will drive his dynasty climb.

44

Jamal Murray

Clutch scorer and elite playoff performer; steady mid-tier guard with slight injury risk.

45

Alexandre Sarr

Incoming rookie big with elite defensive tools; offensive development will determine long-term ceiling.

46

Desmond Bane

Knockdown shooter and secondary playmaker; high floor in Memphis’ core alongside Ja.

47

Dyson Daniels

Defensive ace with emerging offensive skill set; could see breakout if scoring takes the next step.

48

Lauri Markkanen

Versatile scoring forward with elite shooting; usage in Utah keeps him a reliable fantasy star.

49

Walker Kessler

Elite shot-blocking big; rebounding and FG% lock but limited scoring keeps his ceiling role-dependent.

50

Ivica Zubac

Steady double-double threat with elite FG%; low usage but dependable in boards and blocks.

51

Jarrett Allen

Efficient rim protector and rebounder; consistent mid-tier big with limited offensive versatility.

52

Kyrie Irving

Elite scorer and shot creator; age and injury history cap long-term dynasty appeal.

53

Pascal Siakam

Versatile forward who fills multiple stat categories; production could shift depending on team fit.

54

Josh Giddey

Elite rebound and assist numbers for a guard; shooting struggles and role competition lower ceiling.

55

Austin Reaves

Steady scoring and secondary playmaking; thrives in high-usage spurts but limited by Lakers’ hierarchy.

56

Jalen Duren

Explosive young big with elite rebounding; defensive growth will dictate future ceiling.

57

Myles Turner

Top-tier shot-blocker with three-point range; health and consistency keep him from elite status.

58

Ausar Thompson

Defensive standout rookie with strong rebounding; offensive game still developing but upside is huge.

59

Scoot Henderson

Dynamic rookie guard with elite burst; shooting efficiency will be the swing factor for stardom.

60

Ace Bailey

Elite athletic prospect with two-way upside; still raw but long-term star potential is undeniable.

61

Kon Knueppel

Sharp-shooting wing with high basketball IQ; needs to prove athleticism can hold up at NBA level.

62

VJ Edgecombe

Explosive slasher with defensive tools; offensive polish will decide fantasy ceiling.

63

Khaman Malauch

Towering shot-blocker with rim-running upside; offensive skill set is extremely raw.

64

Mark Williams

Rebounding and shot-block specialist; offensive role limited but efficient.

65

Michael Porter

New team with not much else around. Elite catch-and-shoot threat; injury history and peripheral stats keep his fantasy impact volatile.

66

Jordan Poole

Streaky volume scorer; efficiency and role uncertainty make him a boom-or-bust dynasty asset.

67

Onyeka Okongwu

Strong per-minute production; needs more consistent minutes to fully unlock fantasy upside.

68

Julius Randle

High-usage big with strong scoring/rebounding; efficiency and health remain concerns.

69

Kawhi Leonard

Still elite two-way force when healthy; long-term dynasty risk due to load management.

70

Stephon Castle

Defensive-minded guard with size and versatility; fantasy value tied to offensive growth.

71

Bilal Coulibaly

Athletic wing and defensive pest; offense still developing but upside is clear.

72

Jared McCain

Sharpshooter with scoring instincts; needs to show more playmaking to stick as a starter.

73

Jalen Suggs

Defensive ace who has improved efficiency; fantasy upside limited by low usage.

74

Nikola Vucevic

Steady double-double machine; age and defensive decline cap long-term appeal.

75

Immanuel Quickley

Dynamic scorer and shooter; fantasy stock rising with bigger offensive role.

76

Brandon Ingram

Smooth midrange scorer; needs durability and more 3-point volume to climb ranks.

77

OG Anunoby

Elite defender with improving shot; offensive role will always limit ceiling.

78

Dereck Lively II

Rim protector and lob threat; fantasy upside growing as offensive confidence improves.

79

Kel'el Ware

Skilled big with stretch potential; consistency and rebounding need work.

80

Shaedon Sharpe

Electric athlete and shot creator; injuries and inconsistency have slowed breakout.

81

Donovan Clingan

Defensive anchor and rebounder; offensive impact likely limited to around the rim.

82

Zach LaVine

Proven scorer with athleticism; injury history and role uncertainty dampen outlook.

83

Coby White

Breakout guard with improved efficiency; must sustain playmaking to keep value high.

84

Jalen Green

New team explosive scorer with streaky shooting; efficiency and decision-making remain concerns.

85

Kristaps Porzingis

Stretch big with elite rim protection; durability is the primary dynasty risk.

86

Derrick White

Two-way glue guy with underrated playmaking; steady production without flash.

87

Jakob Poeltl

Rebounding and high-FG% center; limited upside due to lack of range and blocks decline.

88

Zaccharie Risacher

Polished two-way wing prospect; 3-point consistency will determine fantasy ceiling.

89

Egor Demin

Skilled international guard with scoring flair; still raw but high-upside stash.

90

Mikal Bridges

Durable 3-and-D wing with expanding scoring chops; thrives in high-minutes roles.

91

Miles Bridges

Athletic forward and strong rebounder; off-court history still lingers over dynasty value.

92

Deni Avdija

Versatile forward with improved shooting; offers sneaky all-around production.

93

Devin Vassell

Smooth shooter and secondary creator; efficiency dips when asked to be primary scorer.

94

Matas Buzelis

Tall, skilled wing prospect; needs to prove strength and consistency to hit upside.

95

Rudy Gobert

Elite rebounder and shot blocker; age and offensive limitations cap long-term ceiling.

96

Zach Edey

Dominant interior presence in college; questions remain about NBA mobility and spacing.

97

Deandre Ayton

Talented big with touch and boards; inconsistency keeps him from elite fantasy tiers.

98

Cam Thomas

Pure bucket-getter; fantasy ceiling tied to volume scoring role.

99

Anfernee Simons

Dynamic shooter and scorer; still developing as a lead facilitator.

100

Reed Sheppard

Sharp-shooting guard with high IQ; could be a fantasy gem if defense holds up.

101

Isaiah Hartenstein

High-motor big with passing chops; role-dependent but productive when given minutes.

102

Nicolas Claxton

Athletic rim-runner and shot blocker; limited floor spacing keeps fantasy game narrow.

103

Toumani Camara

Defensive-minded forward; fantasy upside limited unless offensive game expands.

104

DeMar DeRozan

Midrange maestro with steady scoring; age and 3-point reluctance lower dynasty value.

105

Joel Embiid

MVP-caliber force when healthy; chronic injury risk always part of the package.

106

Tre Johnson

Young scoring prospect; needs to round out game for long-term NBA success.

107

Damian Lillard

Elite scorer and leader; age and mileage make him more win-now than long-term piece.

108

Josh Hart

Glue-guy wing with rebounding punch; low-usage limits fantasy upside.

109

Dejounte Murray

Stat-stuffing guard with scoring and steals; efficiency swings can hurt value.

110

Keyonte George

Scoring guard with growing confidence; efficiency and playmaking will decide ceiling.

111

Keegan Murray

Two-way forward with an elite 3-point stroke; upside tied to usage in Kings’ offense.

112

Kyle Filipowski

Skilled big with shooting touch; lateral quickness is the main defensive concern.

113

Kasparas Jakucionis

High-IQ guard prospect with strong passing vision; needs shooting polish to thrive.

114

Nikola Topic

Tall playmaking guard; knee recovery will be key to unlocking lottery-level talent.

115

Kyshawn George

Long wing with smooth shot mechanics; still raw but intriguing as a 3-and-D piece.

116

Payton Pritchard

Sharpshooting reserve guard; fantasy value hinges on carving a consistent role.

117

Jabari Smith

Stretch forward with length and defensive upside; efficiency remains a swing factor.

118

Christian Braun

Energetic glue guy; low-usage profile limits fantasy spike games.

119

Jaden Ivey

Explosive guard with scoring burst; must improve decision-making to take next step.

120

Thomas Sorber

Young big with physicality; needs offensive refinement to be fantasy relevant.

121

Fred VanVleet

Veteran floor general; high assists and steals but efficiency dips can sting.

122

Cameron Johnson

Elite spot-up shooter; injuries have slowed potential breakout seasons.

123

Tari Eason

High-energy forward with stocks upside; health is only thing holding him back.

124

Malik Monk

Microwavable scorer off the bench; limited peripherals cap his fantasy profile.

125

Paul George

Still elite when healthy; age and durability concerns shift him toward win-now builds.

126

Brandin Podziemski

Crafty guard with strong rebounding for size; expanding scoring game could boost ceiling.

127

Naz Reid

Productive big off the bench; per-minute stats make him valuable even in limited roles.

128

RJ Barrett

Volume scorer who needs efficiency gains to take a real fantasy leap.

129

Jaden McDaniels

Elite defender with growing offensive confidence; still low-usage in most lineups.

130

Jeremy Sochan

Versatile forward with playmaking flashes; shooting inconsistency caps fantasy upside.

131

Jonathan Kuminga

Athletic wing thriving in expanded role; needs consistent 3-point shot for next step.

132

Bennedict Mathurin

Aggressive scorer with FT volume; needs better shot selection to maximize efficiency.

133

Carlton Carrington

Rookie guard with scoring chops; role clarity will dictate early fantasy relevance.

134

PJ Washington

Stretch big with defensive versatility; streaky production can frustrate managers.

135

Jimmy Butler

Elite across-the-board producer in playoffs; regular-season rest limits total output.

136

Collin Murray-Boyles

High-motor forward prospect; defensive stats could be his early fantasy calling card.

137

John Collins

Athletic PF with rebounding and finishing; role shrinkage has hurt recent value.

138

Derik Queen

Skilled low-post scorer; defensive mobility will determine NBA and fantasy fit.

139

Norman Powell

Efficient scorer in a bench role; limited peripherals keep value scoring-dependent.

140

Isaiah Collier

Physical guard with slashing ability; must refine jumper to reach full potential.

141

Ron Holland II

Explosive wing prospect with defensive upside; jumper remains the swing skill.

142

Andrew Nembhard

Steady two-way guard; role security and assists give him quiet fantasy value.

143

Rob Dillingham

Shifty scorer with deep range; size and defense may limit minutes early.

144

Daniel Gafford

Rim-running big who thrives on FG% and blocks; limited outside of paint stats.

145

CJ McCollum

Veteran shot creator with consistent scoring; age and injuries are creeping in.

146

Herbert Jones

Defensive ace with improving 3-point shot; still a low-usage scorer.

147

Santi Aldama

Stretch big with floor-spacing and passing; needs stronger rebounding to boost value.

148

Jeremiah Fears

Quick guard prospect with scoring instincts; long-term role could swing stock.

149

Yves Missi

Athletic rim protector with raw offense; rebounding and blocks will drive value.

150

Hansen Yang

Skilled big prospect; outside shooting could make him a unique stretch-5 option.

 

 

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