Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander graces the cover of the NBA 2K26 Standard Edition, while Angel Reese and Carmelo Anthony feature on the WNBA and Superstar Editions respectively. All three athletes are showcased on the Leave No Doubt Edition's cover. NBA 2K26 is set to release on Sep. 5, 2025, with the Standard Edition available on various platforms and the other editions exclusive to PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S. The Superstar and Leave No Doubt Editions offer advanced access starting from Aug. 29. The WNBA Edition, featuring Angel Reese on the cover, will be exclusively sold at GameStop in the U.S., highlighting her achievements and representation in the game.