Best Jumpshots in NBA 2K24: Curry, Kyrie & More

If you want to showcase your skills on the court in NBA 2K24, mastering different types of jumpshots is essential. The latest 2K title offers a full rundown on this stylish move, which you won’t want to miss out on.

Having a great jumpshot is not just about impressing others on the court; it can also be a crucial factor in winning a game, as some jumpshots are more effective than others.

In NBA 2K24, players are not limited to only purchasing animations from the in-game store. Instead, they have the ability to create their perfect jumpshot by incorporating elements from various iconic players, allowing for a personalized gaming experience.

Regardless of whether you prefer to shoot from long range or drive to the basket, the following are the top jumpshots to utilize in NBA 2K24, along with their respective in-game ratings.

The optimal jumpshot attributes for NBA 2K24

Height Under 6’5

Name	Rating Requirements	Release Height Grade	Defensive Immunity Grade	Release Speed Grade	Timing Stability Grade
Stephen Curry	Mid-Range Shot 92+ or Three-Point Shot 92+	A-	A+	B+	A
Kyrie Irving	Mid-Range Shot 87+ or Three-Point Shot 87+	A-	A	B-	A-
Payton Pritchard	Mid-Range Shot 82+ or Three-Point Shot 82+	B-	B-	B	B
Kemba Walker	Mid-Range Shot 87+ or Three-Point Shot 87+	A-	A	C+	A

Minimum Height of 6’5

Name	Rating Requirements	Release Height Grade	Defensive Immunity Grade	Release Speed Grade	Timing Stability Grade
Carmelo Anthony	Mid-Range Shot 88+ or Three-Point Shot 88+	B-	A	B-	A
Larry Bird	Mid-Range Shot 87+ or Three-Point Shot 87+	B-	A+	D-	A+
Toni Kukoc	Mid-Range Shot 83+ or Three-Point Shot 83+	C	A-	B-	A-

Under 6’10”

Name	Rating Requirements	Release Height Grade	Defensive Immunity Grade	Release Speed Grade	Timing Stability Grade
James Harden	Mid-Range Shot 86+ or Three-Point Shot 86+	C-	A-	A-	A
Terence Mann	Mid-Range Shot 86+ or Three-Point Shot 86+	B+	B+	A+	B-
Oscar Robertson	Mid-Range Shot 88+ or Three-Point Shot 88+	B	A-	C+	A+
Tomas Satoransky	Mid-Range Shot 81+ or Three-Point Shot 81+	B	B-	B	B-
Blanton Road	Mid-Range Shot 81+ or Three-Point Shot 81+	B	B-	B	B-

At least

Name	Rating Requirements	Release Height Grade	Defensive Immunity Grade	Release Speed Grade	Timing Stability Grade
Dirk Nowitzki	Mid-Range Shot 86+ or Three-Point Shot 86+	B+	A+	D-	A+
Kevin Garnett	Mid-Range Shot 80+ or Three-Point Shot 80+	A-	A-	D	B+

From 6’5 to 6’10

Name	Rating Requirements	Release Height Grade	Defensive Immunity Grade	Release Speed Grade	Timing Stability Grade
Kobe Bryant	Mid-Range Shot 92+ or Three-Point Shot 92+	A	A+	B	A
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope	Mid-Range Shot 85+ or Three-Point Shot 85+	B-	A-	A-	B
Tim Hardaway Jr.	Mid-Range Shot 80+ or Three-Point Shot 80+	B-	B+	B-	B-
Nassir Little	Mid-Range Shot 84+ or Three-Point Shot 84+	B-	B+	A	B-
Scottie Pippen	Mid-Range Shot 86+ or Three-Point Shot 86+	A+	A	B	B-
Devin Vassell	Mid-Range Shot 86+ or Three-Point Shot 86+	B+	B+	B	A-

It is important to acknowledge that the Rating requirements strictly pertain to the Lower/Base section of the Jump Shot Creator. These shots can be combined with the Jump Shot blender to create the perfect shot.

In NBA 2K24, the selection of jumpshots for MyCareer players is determined by their height and shooting abilities.

It is clear that having high Mid-Range and Three-Point attributes is crucial, as many of the top players require at least one of these to be at 85 or above.

Two players who are particularly noteworthy are Stephen Curry and Kobe Bryant. Curry is widely considered the top choice for shorter players, as he excels in all four of the key categories with a grade of B+ or higher. Meanwhile, Bryant boasts an A or above in three of the four major shot attributes, including Timing Stability.

However, acquiring one of these requires players to have a 92 Mid-Range or 92 Three-Point Shot attribute.

It may prove challenging for bigger players to find a highly skilled jump shooter. However, taller players looking to excel outside of the post can rely on the reliable abilities of Dirk Nowitzki, Larry Bird, Toni Kukoc, and Kevin Garnett.

Also, it is important to note that the Jump Shot Creator allows users to combine multiple elements from these options.

Best jumpshot combinations

To successfully create a powerful customized build, players must have the appropriate foundation, along with two quality releases and the correct blends.

Currently, there are numerous top players utilizing a variety of builds in the meta. The assistance of NBA2K Lab and YouTube content creators has provided us with insight into the current builds used by some of the game’s best players.

Some options include:

Type	Requirements (Base/Upper Release 1/Upper Release 2)
Taller (6’5″ -10″) builds with non-elite Three-Point shooting (79+)	JT Thor/Saddiq Bey (75%)/Oscar Robertson (25%)
Small builds (under 6’5″) with elite Three-Point shooting (87+)	Stephen Curry/Darius Garland (69%)/Trae Young (31%)
Shooting guard build for 6’4″ or under players (85+ Mid-Range and Three-Point)	Kevin Porter Jr./Oscar Robertson (68%)/Terence Mann (32%)
Tall builds (6’10” or over) with less-than-stellar shot ratings (79+)	Jonathan Isaac/Jaren Jackson Jr. (62%)/Marc Gasol (38%)

Splash, the YouTuber who won the $200,000 NBA 2K22 old-gen MyTeam tournament, has utilized a petite build featuring the Curry base. He also suggested a build that incorporates John Stockton as the base and a combination of Oscar Robertson (69%) and Trae Young (31%) as the Upper Releases for smaller builds.

Credit to JoeKnows on YouTube for the inspiration.

NBA 2K24 Jumpshots explained

In the game of basketball, players execute a variety of movements on the court including dribbling, dunking, pivoting, and others. Nevertheless, the jumpshot is considered the most crucial move among them.

Executing this skill in-game is as challenging as it sounds, as it requires the player to jump and accurately aim the ball into the basket, taking into account various attributes.

Release height
Release speed
Defensive immunity
Timing stability

Additionally, it should be noted that not all players are able to execute jumpshots in the same manner. This is often influenced by their height, which plays a significant role in the effectiveness of a particular move.

How to Change the Shot Meter

The Shot Meter in NBA 2K24 is designed to assist players in executing the most effective jumpshot. If the default option does not meet your satisfaction, the following steps will guide you through changing it.

Navigate to the main menu.
Select the ‘Features’ option.
Navigate to the Controller Settings tab under ‘Options‘.
Navigate to the Shot Meter options and adjust them as desired.

That sums up everything there is to know about the top jumpshots in NBA 2K24.