Anthony Edwards of the Minnesota Timberwolves delivered one of the most remarkable three-point shooting seasons in NBA history during the last campaign. Despite this, his three-point rating in the upcoming NBA 2K26 video game has sparked debate, as it seems unexpectedly low given his historic achievements. Edwards finished the season leading the league with 320 made three-pointers at a 39.5 percent shooting rate, a feat rarely seen in the NBA.
Context of Edwards’ Three-Point Shooting Success
The 320 made three-pointers rank as the seventh-highest total ever recorded in a single NBA season, trailing only behind five seasons by Stephen Curry and the 2018-19 James Harden campaign. Among players who have hit 300 or more threes in a season while maintaining at least a 39 percent accuracy, only Curry, Malik Beasley, Klay Thompson, and Edwards himself have achieved this. This group represents some of the greatest long-range shooters in the game’s history.
NBA 2K26’s Three-Point Ratings and How Edwards Compares
Despite Edwards’ exceptional season, NBA 2K26 has assigned him an 87 three-point rating, placing him tied with four others as the sixth-best rating in the game. The list includes elite shooters such as Durant and Thompson, along with Curry, who holds the highest rating of 99 given his unparalleled shooting ability. While these players have established long-term reputations for shooting excellence, Edwards’ rating has raised questions due to the volume and quality of his shooting last season.
The Debate Over Volume Versus Efficiency in Ratings
A key point of contention is how NBA 2K26 weighs shooting volume against pure shooting percentage. While Edwards’ 39.5 percent accuracy over more than 800 attempts—including many difficult off-the-dribble shots—stands out, other players with higher percentages but far fewer attempts have received similar or better ratings. For example, players like Joe Hauser hit at a higher percentage but attempted fewer than half the shots Edwards took, usually in catch-and-shoot situations. This comparison suggests that the combination of volume and consistency in Edwards’ season deserves more recognition.
What This Means for Edwards and Future Recognition
Although last season marked Edwards’ first true breakthrough as an elite long-range shooter, the historic nature of his shooting should encourage analysts and rating systems alike to reconsider his evaluation. Raising his three-point rating closer to a 90 would more accurately reflect the impact and difficulty of his shooting performance. As NBA 2K26 launches on September 5, fans and critics will be watching closely to see if future updates align more closely with Edwards’ rising reputation as a premier marksman in the league.