Cooper Flagg, Trey Murphy Rise to 86 in 2K26 Update; Wembanyama Moves

Cooper Flagg and Trey Murphy III each climbed to an 86 overall in the first player-ratings refresh tied to late January play, with the update logged Jan 30, 2026. Flagg received a +1 bump after what 2K evaluators flagged as “big scoring performances late in January,” while Murphy earned a +2 after a “strong scoring stretch.” Victor Wembanyama is named in headlines about the update but the specific numeric change for him was not included in the material available.

The moves matter for franchise mode managers and MyTeam traders who track OVR swings closely. An 86 overall shifts how either player slots into online rotations, affects matchmaking against similar-rated lineups, and can change card valuations in modes where gold and pink diamond tiers hinge on overall ratings. Park and Pro-Am players will notice the difference when building archetypes around wings who can create shots and stretch the floor.

For Flagg, the rating bump follows an on-court burst that has Dallas buzz rising. “Cooper Flagg celebrates after making a three-pointer for the Dallas Mavericks against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden,” reads a photo caption that captured one momentum moment. Scouting context underlines why 2K moved him: “Flagg isn’t quite at the Victor Wembanyama level of prospect over the last 20 years, but he belongs in the Anthony Davis tier. Barring injury, he’s about as can’t-miss as it gets because of his skill level, athleticism, shot-creation ability and mentality. Flagg is about as competitive as you’ll find on the court and will bring a serious degree of work ethic into whatever situation he arrives. He wants to be great. There’s no red flag in terms of entitlement here. He’s all about winning and will immediately become the centerpiece of whatever organization drafts him.” That profile explains why a scoring surge would produce an OVR uptick in-game.

Trey Murphy’s larger bump rewards his recent scoring run and rising role. “Trey Murphy III dribbles the ball up court for the New Orleans Pelicans against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center,” a caption notes, while roster chatter ties Murphy’s progression to shifting roles: “However, with Trey Murphy III stepping into a bigger role there, the potential for Zion Williamson to be back and whatever happens with the Murray/McCollum duo, there should be enough bodies to let Edgecombe grow organically into a positive role and more slowly develop his on-ball game.” Another local headline flagged league trade noise linking Murphy and Wembanyama: “San Antonio Spurs Pair Trey Murphy III With Victor Wembanyama In Trade Proposal With New Orleans Pelicans,” a reminder that real-world roster talk and 2K ratings often move in the same breath.

Victor Wembanyama’s mention in update headlines is notable, but the exact 2K change for him was not included in the available notes. Check the in-game roster update or official 2K patch notes to confirm Wembanyama’s numeric adjustments and any attribute-level edits.

Expect 2K to keep tuning over the next few weeks as January performances and injury headlines continue to shift player values. For gamers, that means revisiting MyTeam markets, adjusting lineup rotation in Franchise, and testing any changes to takeover and badge performance in Park and Pro-Am.