The countdown of the NBA’s top 100 players for the 2026-27 season is underway, beginning with the reveal of players ranked Nos. 100 through 51.
This opening portion of the list sets the stage for the full ranking, identifying the players who earned spots in the back half of the top 100 and those who slipped from previous positions. It also provides an early look at how the league’s player hierarchy is being assessed entering the new season.
New Names and Notable Movement
The Nos. 100-51 range often includes a mix of rising contributors, established veterans and players whose roles or production have shifted. This year’s group features players who broke into the rankings, along with stars who fell into this section of the list.
The full top 100 rollout will continue with the remaining players, moving closer to the league’s highest-ranked names for the 2026-27 season.