Final Top 150 Players for 2026-27 NBA Fantasy High Score Leagues

The High Score league format emphasizes assists and penalizes turnovers, only recording the highest score from a team's starters each week. This setup favors high-usage players who typically have concerns around turnovers or injury history.

### Round 1

1. Nikola Jokić, Denver Nuggets — Known for averaging 11 assists, his capacity for high weekly scores remains unmatched.

2. Luka Dončić, Los Angeles Lakers — With LeBron James absent, Dončić's game, largely free from troublesome turnovers, ascends in value.

3. Giannis Antetokounmpo, Miami Heat — A powerhouse with 30 points, 11 rebounds, and 6 assists, benefitting from no penalties for turnovers or free throws.

4. Victor Wembanyama, San Antonio Spurs — His elite skills shine, though his passing volume is less than ideal for this format.

5. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Oklahoma City Thunder — While highly efficient, his assists are not as prolific as needed in High Score leagues.

6. Cade Cunningham, Detroit Pistons — His high assist totals add value, with turnovers effectively ignored in this setting.

7. Anthony Edwards, Minnesota Timberwolves — High scoring is essential for him, but reduced assists impact his ranking here.

8. Cooper Flagg, Dallas Mavericks — Following a strong rookie season, Flagg is expected to perform better in Year 2, particularly as shooting does not heavily penalize him.

9. Jalen Johnson, Atlanta Hawks — A 20/10/10 potential; each game is crucial in the scoring context.

10. Jayson Tatum, Boston Celtics — As the main option in Boston, his restricted early-season minutes become less significant.

### Round 2

11. Alperen Sengun, Houston Rockets — His assists are at a career high, with turnovers not affecting his score.

12. Trae Young, Washington Wizards — High assist counts add substantial value without the usual turnover penalties.

13. Paolo Banchero, Orlando Magic — A forward with a high turnover rate, his scoring remains unaffected.

14. Tyrese Maxey, Philadelphia 76ers — Although his overall usage may drop, he maintains efficiency in this scoring format.

15. Josh Giddey, Chicago Bulls — Known for nightly triple-doubles, his assists gain double value while turnovers are ignored.

16. Domantas Sabonis, Sacramento Kings — Strong contributions in rebounds and assists are likely with new players on the roster.

17. Donovan Mitchell, Cleveland Cavaliers — Consistent scorer, though playmaking opportunities are limited compared to last season.

18. Jalen Brunson, New York Knicks — Plays a critical role in a stable offense with a commendable combination of points and assists.

19. Scottie Barnes, Toronto Raptors — Contributes well-rounded stats despite some decrease in usage.

20. LaMelo Ball, Minnesota Timberwolves — Produces significantly despite high turnovers and limited availability.

21. Devin Booker, Phoenix Suns — An essential creator, his recent struggles with 3-point shooting are less impactful in this format.

22. Karl-Anthony Towns, New York Knicks — His scoring and playmaking roles remain well established despite minor team changes.

23. Anthony Davis, Washington Wizards — His past injury history means he carries a lower risk in term of game contributions.

24. Jamal Murray, Denver Nuggets — Integral to a high-paced offense with a strong prior performance last season.

### Round 3

25. Amen Thompson, Houston Rockets — Produces high points and assists, although shooting efficiency is an area for improvement.

26. Austin Reaves, Los Angeles Lakers — With a green light on scoring and no penalty for low efficiency, he shines in this format.

27. Tyrese Haliburton, Indiana Pacers — Assists are a major part of his game in a player-centric offensive scheme.

28. James Harden, Cleveland Cavaliers — Consistently scores and assists while benefiting from removed turnover counts.

29. Kawhi Leonard, Toronto Raptors — When available, performs at an elite level with minimal risk in this scoring format.

30. Bam Adebayo, Miami Heat — Provides valuable assists compared to other big men of his caliber.

31. Kevin Durant, Houston Rockets — While an elite scorer, his efficiency does not translate to additional value in High Score leagues.

32. Jaylen Brown, Philadelphia 76ers — While not the main ball handler anymore, he still shows better value here.

33. Stephon Castle, San Antonio Spurs — Produces well with allowances for shooting efficiency and turnovers.

34. Deni Avdija, Portland Trail Blazers — Contributes across the board in scoring and assists, although touches may be a concern.

35. Evan Mobley, Cleveland Cavaliers — Steady performer but lacks explosive scoring potential as a third option.

36. Stephen Curry, Golden State Warriors — His value mainly comes from scoring, which is less impactful without a 3-point category.

### Round 4

37. Darius Garland, Los Angeles Clippers — Expected to be a primary playmaker and deliver multiple strong outings.

38. Julius Randle, Brooklyn Nets — Likely to lead his team in combined statistics, making him a strategic pick.

39. Jalen Duren, Detroit Pistons — Continues to develop as a double-double threat.

40. Jalen Williams, Oklahoma City Thunder — Strong scoring output but doesn’t suit high-scoring formats as well as others.

41. LeBron James, Philadelphia 76ers — His minute restrictions and occasional absence weigh less significantly in this format.

42. Cameron Boozer, Memphis Grizzlies — High expectations for his minutes and playmaking opportunities.

43. Pascal Siakam, Indiana Pacers — Offers a balanced scoring approach as the second option.

44. Brandon Miller, Charlotte Hornets — Expected to pick up usage after LaMelo Ball's absence.

45. Trey Murphy III, New Orleans Pelicans — An efficient shooter but faces narrows opportunities with the return of key teammates.

46. Matas Buzelis, Chicago Bulls — Showed solid stats from limited minutes last season.

47. Derrick White, Boston Celtics — A reliable role player facing stiffer competition for shots.

48. Dejounte Murray, New Orleans Pelicans — Potential for high contributions in multiple categories remains intriguing but uncertain.

### Round 5

49. Tyler Herro, Milwaukee Bucks — Expected to take charge as a lead playmaker in his first healthy season.

50. Kyrie Irving, Dallas Mavericks — His league-leading efficiency numbers hold no value in this context.

51. Jaren Jackson Jr., Utah Jazz — Faces challenges given crowded roster dynamics.

52. Donovan Clingan, Portland Trail Blazers — Strong potential in a starting role with added minutes expected.

53. Michael Porter Jr., Brooklyn Nets — Efficiency metrics hamper his scoring output in High Score settings.

54. Keyonte George, Utah Jazz — Surprising production in limited minutes but needs to share touches.

55. Zion Williamson, New Orleans Pelicans — Despite injury concerns, his scoring prowess benefits from reduced penalties.

56. Chet Holmgren, Oklahoma City Thunder — His defensive profile doesn’t translate here, limiting total benefit.

57. Franz Wagner, Orlando Magic — A solid contributor to scoring without drawing heavy penalties from past injuries.

58. Lauri Markkanen, Utah Jazz — Maintains scoring ability despite a crowded roster.

59. Joel Embiid, Philadelphia 76ers — An elite contributor with seasons under his belt making his late health concerns less of an issue.

60. Ryan Rollins, Milwaukee Bucks — Needs clarity on his role with depth issues complicating his situation.