NBA 2K21 Cover: 5 Players Who Deserve to Be on the Cover

Tne NBA2K21 cover athlete could easily be Zion Williamson
Tne NBA2K21 cover athlete could easily be Zion Williamson / Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images

NBA 2K21 cover hasn't been revealed yet as fans patiently await of the biggest sports game reveals of the year.

NBA 2K is the most popular basketball video game series in the world. Fans eagerly wait each year to see who graces the cover of the next installment. Most recently, Los Angeles Lakers' Anthony Davis and recently retired Dwyane Wade were on the regular and Legend editions of the game respectively.

Who should grace the cover for 2K21? Here are five players favored to win the honor.

NBA 2K21 Cover: 5 Players Who Deserve to be on the Cover

5. Luka Doncic

Dallas Mavericks v Chicago Bulls
Dallas Mavericks v Chicago Bulls / Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images

The Dallas Mavericks' young star is one of the most popular players in the league. Doncic was an All-Star starter this season for LeBron James' team and is enjoying a standout sophomore season that could result in a top-5 MVP finish. He'd be an excellent choice for the cover.

4. LeBron James

Los Angeles Lakers v New Orleans Pelicans
Los Angeles Lakers v New Orleans Pelicans / Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images


Who better to feature on the cover once again than the best player in the world? LeBron James was most recently on the cover of the 2K19 Anniversary Edition. If the Lakers win the NBA Finals this year, LeBron will be a favorite to be the cover star.

3. Kawhi Leonard

Denver Nuggets v Los Angeles Clippers
Denver Nuggets v Los Angeles Clippers / Harry How/Getty Images

Kawhi Leonard was the most talked about free agent last summer. After he decided to sign with the Clippers, fans immediately pegged them as a championship favorite. If he helps lead Los Angeles to a title, after helping Toronto do so last year, he should be on the cover in some aspect without a doubt.

2. Zion Williamson

Los Angeles Lakers v New Orleans Pelicans
Los Angeles Lakers v New Orleans Pelicans / Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images

The most talked about rookie. Tank for Zion. Future NBA 2K cover star? The New Orleans Pelicans are surging for a playoff spot, and that is in large part because of their rookie mega star. And, what are mega stars usually? NBA 2K cover stars.

1. Kobe Bryant

Chicago Bulls v Los Angeles Lakers
Chicago Bulls v Los Angeles Lakers / Harry How/Getty Images

The world was heartbroken to find out about Kobe and Gianna Bryant's untimely passing on Jan. 26. It's one of the biggest tragedies in sports history. Kobe should be featured in some aspect of NBA 2K21, whether as a special edition cover or as the sole star.