'NBA 2K16:' New roster update detailed, brings changes to player ratings

"NBA 2K16," 2K's popular basketball simulation video game, received a new roster update listing some of the changes in player ratings, as of April 1.

Operation Sports shared the updated roster, which will see Oklahoma City Thunder's Russell Westbrook as the top player in the game with an overall rating of 94.

It was also noted how several top stars have had a drop in their ratings, even as the NBA season comes closer to its end. But the athletes still have a chance to boost their ratings during the upcoming playoffs.

Athletes like DeMar DeRozan of Toronto Raptors, Klay Thompson of Golden State Warriors, Karl-Anthony Towns of Minnesota Timberwolves, Dirk Nowitzki of Dallas Mavericks, DeAndre Jordan of Los Angeles Clippers, Jrue Holiday of New Orleans Pelicans and several others gained one point, boosting their overall ratings.

Athletes like Kyle Lowry of Toronto Raptors who went down by two points, currently sports an overall rating of 88 and Damian Lillard of Portland Trail Blazers too saw a two point drop, taking him to 89 overall rating. There are several other athletes who have also gone down in their ratings.

Going Up

• Russell Westbrook +1 (94)
• DeMar DeRozan +1 (89)
• Klay Thompson +1 (89)
• Karl-Anthony Towns +1 (86)
• LaMarcus Aldridge +2 (86)
• Dirk Nowitzki +1 (85)
• DeAndre Jordan +1 (84)
• Jrue Holiday +1 (82)
• Khris Middleton +1 (81)
• Nicolas Batum +2 (81)
• Kristaps Porzingis +1 (80)
• Devin Booker +2 (79)

Going Down

• DeMarcus Cousins -1 (90)
• Damian Lillard -2 (89)
• Paul George -1 (89)
• Kyle Lowry -2 (88)
• Kyrie Irving -1 (86)
• Rajon Rondo -1 (83)
• Derrick Rose -1 (80)
• Enes Kanter -1 (80)
• Rudy Gay -1 (80)
• Bradley Beal -1 (79)

The report noted that the roster update also includes changes in accessory and team colours. Those interested in the full list can check it here.