NBA 2K18: Predicting The 20 Highest-Rated Players
16. Karl-Anthony Towns
Previous Rating: 88
Predicted Rating: 90
Key 2015/16 Stats: PPG: 18.3, RPG: 10.5
Key 2016/17 Stats: PPG: 25.1, RPG: 12.3
KAT improved on a really impressive rookie season and validated last year's rating, which was already predicted with some room to grow into. This year the bar is set higher for the center and his Timberwolves, so 90 seems to be an accurate prediction.
With Jimmy Butler on the roster, Towns' offensive production should decrease, but since his coach is so defensive-minded, the player will undoubtedly make up for it with blocks and rebounds. His inside scoring and dunking abilities should still be the highest on the team. After all, he's the leader of the Timberwolves and the reason the team is so promising.