NBA 2K23 MyCareer Best Jump Shot: Current Gen and Next Gen

2022-09-14 17:00

Here's a breakdown of the best jump shots to use in NBA 2K23 MyCAREER on Current and Next Gen.

NBA 2K23 MyCareer Best Jump Shot: Current Gen and Next Gen

In NBA 2K23 MyCareer, it remains crucial to equip the best animations in order for your MyPLAYER to maximize its potential, especially in the jump shot department.

Of course, while both gens are conveniently very similar in the builder and animations departments this year, the new wrinkle to everything this year is that shooting has been completely redone. As such, gone are the generic numbered jump shots, and is the Shot Timing Release Time setting, as well as height requirements and shot attributes for all of the revamped options.

For those looking to get fewer full whites and more green beans on the court, here's a breakdown of the best jump shots to use at each position in NBA 2K23 MyCAREER on Current and Next Gen.

NBA 2K23 MyCareer Best Jump Shot: Current Gen and Next Gen

As always, which jump shot you use ultimately comes down to preference, however, its important to choose from some of the more popular options. This is because as seen and widely covered in previous 2Ks, not all jumpers are created equal.

When it comes to the right jumper, it ultimately has to do with the Base. While the Release of your jump shot is mainly for cosmetics and a visual guide for those who use no shot meter, the Base is what controls the jump shot's green window.

NBA 2K23 MyCareer Best Jump Shot: Guard (Under 6'5")

For guards on both Current Gen and Next Gen, the Cole Anthony, Derrick Rose, Dwyane Wade and LaMelo Ball have all emerged as useful offerings.

However, the absolute best would be the following jump shot:

Base: Stephen Curry
Release 1: Oscar Robertson
Release 2: Oscar Robertson
Release Speed: Full

NBA 2K23 MyCareer Best Jump Shot: Wing (6'5" - 6'10")

For those out on the wing, James Harden, JT Thor, Kobe Bryant and Isaac Bonga have been strong contenders. However, one shot base, in particular, has quickly cemented itself as elite:

Base: Kyle Kuzma
Release 1: Rudy Gay (35%)
Release 2: Paul George (65%)
Release Speed: Full

NBA 2K23 MyCareer Best Jump Shot: Big Man (Over 6'10")

Last but not least, stretch bigs appear to be in a really good spot so far in NBA 2K23 with bases such as Chris Bosh, Naz Reid, Moritz Wagner and Joel Embiid leading the way. Of course, here are our top recommendation for bigs: