Complete Guide to NBA 2K25 Takeover Requirements

The Takeover system in NBA 2K25 has been reimagined to feature a total of 70 unique takeovers, encompassing 14 distinct abilities. To unlock these Takeovers, you’ll need to meet specific requirements for your MyCAREER character as detailed in this guide. Below are all the Takeover Requirements in NBA 2K25 to help you unlock them!

How Takeovers Function in NBA 2K25

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Each Takeover in NBA 2K25 enhances different attributes and has five levels, starting from Level 1 and peaking at Level 5 when you’re red-hot. Your Takeover Meter fills according to your gameplay performance on the court, gradually enhancing the targeted attributes as you progress through the levels. This leveling occurs automatically; you won’t need to activate Takeover manually. However, the Takeover Meter will decrease if you make errors or have poor plays during games.

At Level 5, triggering a Takeover Ability can temporarily elevate your dominance on the court significantly. Initially, only Levels 1-3 are accessible, with Levels 4 and 5 becoming available after activating the prior level in 30 games. Don’t worry, all Takeover Level unlocks carry over across save files!

You’ll also be able to see which Takeovers are available for unlocking in the MyPLAYER Builder and how each one’s boosts will affect your attributes. You can switch your Takeover at any point between matches, as long as you meet the required attribute thresholds.

Comprehensive Takeover Ability Requirements in NBA 2K25

Shooting while using takeovers in NBA 2K25
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The Takeover system in NBA 2K25 varies slightly in comparison to animation requirements. When a Takeover isn’t bolded, you must fulfill a specific attribute requirement according to the Rating column. However, for Takeovers with two additional bolded entries, you can meet the rating requirement for either attribute associated with the Takeover.

Takeover Name Attribute Name Attribute Rating Takeover Level 1 Takeover Level 2 Takeover Level 3 Takeover Level 4 Takeover Level 5 Takeover Ability Name Takeover Ability Description
Above the Rim Driving Dunk 84 +5 +7 +9 +12 +15 Poster Machine Amplifies overall dunking ability and makes Skill Dunks easier.
Ankle Taker Driving Layup 80 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Blur Enhances driving by defenders, facilitating easier rim access.
Ankle Taker Ball Handle 85 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Blur Enhances driving by defenders, facilitating easier rim access.
Ankle Taker Speed With Ball 85 +2 +4 +6 +7 Blur Enhances driving by defenders, facilitating easier rim access.
BBQ Chicken Close Shot 80 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Deep Post Bag Easily beats defenders with post moves, fakes, and shots.
BBQ Chicken Post Control 80 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Deep Post Bag Easily beats defenders with post moves, fakes, and shots.
BBQ Chicken Strength 80 +2 +4 +5 +7 Deep Post Bag Easily beats defenders with post moves, fakes, and shots.
Attacking Driving Layup 85 +3 +4 +6 +7 +8 Lethal Layup Improves the ability to complete difficult layups and floaters.
Attacking Driving Dunk 75 +4 +5 +7 +8 Lethal Layup Improves the ability to complete difficult layups and floaters.
Block Party Block 90 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Rim Guardian Boosts defense around the basket.
Block Party Interior Defense 80 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Rim Guardian Boosts defense around the basket.
Block Party Vertical 65 +2 +4 +5 +7 Rim Guardian Boosts defense around the basket.
Board Beast Offensive Rebound 85 +4 +6 +8 +10 +12 See The Future Shows where missed shots will land.
Board Beast Defensive Rebound 85 +4 +6 +8 +10 +12 See The Future Shows where missed shots will land.
Brute Close Shot 75 +2 +4 +5 +7 Blockade Unleashes powerful screens to surprise defenders.
Brute Standing Dunk 85 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Blockade Unleashes powerful screens to surprise defenders.
Brute Strength 90 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Blockade Unleashes powerful screens to surprise defenders.
Break Igniter Pass Accuracy 85 +3 +4 +5 +8 Dishmaster Boosts a teammate’s shooting with precise passes.
Break Igniter Offensive Rebound 80 +3 +4 +6 +7 +8 Dishmaster Boosts a teammate’s shooting with precise passes.
Break Igniter Defensive Rebound 80 +3 +4 +6 +7 +8 Dishmaster Boosts a teammate’s shooting with precise passes.
Bucket Close Shot 75 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Silky Shooter Easier to make perimeter shots off the dribble.
Bucket Driving Layup 80 +2 +4 +5 +7 Silky Shooter Easier to make perimeter shots off the dribble.
Bucket Mid-Range Shot 80 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Silky Shooter Easier to make perimeter shots off the dribble.
Bully Driving Layup 80 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Lethal Layup Improves finishing tough layups in traffic.
Bully Ball Handle 70 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Lethal Layup Improves finishing tough layups in traffic.
Bully Strength 85 +2 +4 +5 +7 Lethal Layup Improves finishing tough layups in traffic.
Clinic Driving Layup 75 +2 +4 +5 +7 Silky Shooter Easier to make perimeter shots off the dribble.
Clinic Mid-Range Shot 85 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Silky Shooter Easier to make perimeter shots off the dribble.
Clinic Three-Point Shot 75 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Silky Shooter Easier to make perimeter shots off the dribble.
Chef Mid-Range Shot 85 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Deep Bomber Extends shooting range beyond the three-point line.
Chef Three-Point Shot 90 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Deep Bomber Extends shooting range beyond the three-point line.
Chef Ball Handle 90 +2 +4 +5 +7 Deep Bomber Extends shooting range beyond the three-point line.
Defensive Presence Agility 70 +2 +4 +5 +7 Rim Guardian Boosts ability to defend the basket.
Defensive Presence Block 80 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Rim Guardian Boosts ability to defend the basket.
Defensive Presence Steal 80 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Rim Guardian Boosts ability to defend the basket.
Diesel Close Shot 85 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Interior Force Higher consistency for dunking and scoring close to the basket.
Diesel Standing Dunk 85 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Interior Force Higher consistency for dunking and scoring close to the basket.
Diesel Strength 85 +2 +4 +5 +7 Interior Force Higher consistency for dunking and scoring close to the basket.
Dribble Wizard Ball Handle 85 +3 +4 +6 +7 +8 Blur Enhances driving by defenders, making it easier to reach the rim.
Dribble Wizard Speed With Ball 80 +4 +5 +7 +8 Blur Enhances driving by defenders, making it easier to reach the rim.
Dr. Dunkenstein Driving Dunk 85 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Poster Machine Enhances overall dunking abilities and Skill Dunks.
Dr. Dunkenstein Standing Dunk 70 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Poster Machine Enhances overall dunking abilities and Skill Dunks.
Dr. Dunkenstein Vertical 70 +2 +4 +5 +7 Poster Machine Enhances overall dunking abilities and Skill Dunks.
Drive & Dish Driving Dunk 85 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Poster Machine Enhances overall dunking abilities and Skill Dunks.
Drive & Dish Driving Layup 80 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Poster Machine Enhances overall dunking abilities and Skill Dunks.
Drive & Dish Pass Accuracy 80 +2 +4 +5 +7 Poster Machine Enhances overall dunking abilities and Skill Dunks.
Driver Driving Dunk 85 +3 +4 +6 +7 +8 Poster Machine Enhances overall dunking abilities and Skill Dunks.
Driver Ball Handle 75 +4 +5 +7 +8 Poster Machine Enhances overall dunking abilities and Skill Dunks.
Eraser Block 84 +5 +7 +9 +12 +15 Rim Guardian Boosts ability to defend around the basket.
Elevate Standing Dunk 84 +5 +7 +9 +12 +15 Interior Force Higher consistency for dunking and scoring close to the basket.
Fearless Focus Mid-Range Shot 80 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Silky Shooter Easier to make perimeter shots off the dribble.
Fearless Focus Perimeter Defense 85 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Silky Shooter Easier to make perimeter shots off the dribble.
Fearless Focus Post Control 70 +2 +4 +5 +7 Silky Shooter Easier to make perimeter shots off the dribble.
Feathery Touch Close Shot 80 +2 +4 +5 +7 +8 Lethal Layup Enhances ability to finish tough layups and floaters.
Feathery Touch Driving Layup 80 +2 +4 +5 +7 +8 Lethal Layup Enhances ability to finish tough layups and floaters.
Finisher Driving Layup 80 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Poster Machine Enhances overall dunking ability.
Finisher Driving Dunk 85 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Poster Machine Enhances overall dunking ability.
Finisher Vertical 75 +2 +4 +5 +7 Poster Machine Enhances overall dunking ability.
Finesse Driving Layup 80 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Lethal Layup Enhances ability to finish tough layups and floaters.
Finesse Ball Handle 80 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Lethal Layup Enhances ability to finish tough layups and floaters.
Finesse Mid-Range Shot 80 +2 +4 +5 +7 Lethal Layup Enhances ability to finish tough layups and floaters.
Flash Ball Handle 85 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Blur Enhances driving by defenders, making it easier to reach the rim.
Flash Speed 75 +2 +4 +5 +7 Blur Enhances driving by defenders, making it easier to reach the rim.
Flash Speed With Ball 85 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Blur Enhances driving by defenders, making it easier to reach the rim.
Fluid Shooter Mid-Range Shot 75 +4 +5 +7 +8 Marksman Enhances stand-still perimeter shooting.
Fluid Shooter Three-Point Shot 85 +3 +4 +6 +7 +8 Marksman Enhances stand-still perimeter shooting.
Fundamentals Close Shot 85 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Deep Post Bag Eases the ability to win against defenders with post moves.
Fundamentals Post Control 80 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Deep Post Bag Eases the ability to win against defenders with post moves.
Fundamentals Mid-Range Shot 75 +2 +4 +5 +7 Deep Post Bag Eases the ability to win against defenders with post moves.
Fortress Strength 85 +3 +4 +6 +7 +8 Blockade Unleashes effective screens to catch unsuspecting defenders.
Fortress Three-Point Shot 75 +4 +5 +7 +8 Blockade Unleashes effective screens to catch unsuspecting defenders.
Gifted Hands Steal 90 +3 +4 +6 +7 +8 Spoiler Boosts efficiency in on-ball and pass steals.
Gifted Hands Three-Point Shot 85 +4 +5 +7 +8 Spoiler Boosts efficiency in on-ball and pass steals.
Glass Gunner Three-Point Shot 75 +3 +4 +5 +8 Marksman Enhances stand-still perimeter shooting.
Glass Gunner Offensive Rebound 85 +3 +4 +6 +7 Marksman Enhances stand-still perimeter shooting.
Glass Gunner Defensive Rebound 85 +3 +4 +6 +7 Marksman Enhances stand-still perimeter shooting.
Glue Perimeter Defense 90 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Vice Enhances defensive ability against ball handlers.
Glue Strength 70 +2 +4 +5 +7 Vice Enhances defensive ability against ball handlers.
Glue Steal 85 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Vice Enhances defensive ability against ball handlers.
Glass Warrior Block 85 +2 +4 +5 +8 Rim Guardian Boosts ability to defend around the basket.
Glass Warrior Offensive Rebound 80 +3 +4 +5 +6 +8 Rim Guardian Boosts ability to defend around the basket.
Glass Warrior Defensive Rebound 80 +3 +4 +5 +6 +8 Rim Guardian Boosts ability to defend around the basket.
Great Wall Strength 84 +5 +7 +9 +12 +15 Blockade Unleashes effective screens to catch unsuspecting defenders.
Grit Strength 90 +3 +4 +5 +8 Blockade Unleashes effective screens to catch unsuspecting defenders.
Grit Offensive Rebound 85 +3 +4 +6 +7 +8 Blockade Unleashes effective screens to catch unsuspecting defenders.
Grit Defensive Rebound 85 +3 +4 +6 +7 +8 Blockade Unleashes effective screens to catch unsuspecting defenders.
Intimidator Interior Defense 80 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Rim Guardian Boosts ability to defend around the basket.
Intimidator Block 80 +3 +3 +4 +6 +7 Rim Guardian Boosts ability to defend around the basket.
Intimidator Strength 85 +2 +4 +5 +7 Rim Guardian Boosts ability to defend around the basket.
Horse Vertical 70 +2 +4 +5 +7 See The Future Shows where missed shots will land.
Horse Offensive Rebound 85 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 See The Future Shows where missed shots will land.
Horse Defensive Rebound 85 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 See The Future Shows where missed shots will land.
Kryptonite Speed 80 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Poster Machine Enhances dunking ability and Skill Dunks.
Kryptonite Speed With Ball 85 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Poster Machine Enhances dunking ability and Skill Dunks.
Kryptonite Driving Dunk 85 +2 +4 +5 +7 Poster Machine Enhances dunking ability and Skill Dunks.
Layup Gury Driving Layup 84 +5 +7 +9 +12 +15 Lethal Layup Enhances ability to finish tough layups and floaters.
Make It Rain Mid-Range Shot 80 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Marksman Enhances stand-still perimeter shooting.
Make It Rain Three-Point Shot 80 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Marksman Enhances stand-still perimeter shooting.
Make It Rain Speed 70 +2 +4 +5 +7 Marksman Enhances stand-still perimeter shooting.
Lost Art Mid-Range Shot 80 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Deep Post Bag Eases the ability to win against defenders with post moves.
Lost Art Post Control 85 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Deep Post Bag Eases the ability to win against defenders with post moves.
Lost Art Driving Layup 70 +2 +4 +5 +7 Deep Post Bag Eases the ability to win against defenders with post moves.
Middy Maestro Mid-Range Shot 80 +5 +7 +9 +12 +15 Silky Shooter Easier to make perimeter shots off the dribble.
Mirror Perimeter Defense 84 +5 +7 +9 +12 +15 Vice Enhances defensive ability against ball handlers.
Nuisance Perimeter Defense 85 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Vice Enhances defensive ability against ball handlers.
Nuisance Strength 75 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Vice Enhances defensive ability against ball handlers.
Nuisance Agility 75 +2 +4 +5 +7 Vice Enhances defensive ability against ball handlers.
Mixtape Mid-Range Shot 85 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Blur Enhances driving by defenders, making it easier to reach the rim.
Mixtape Ball Handle 85 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Blur Enhances driving by defenders, making it easier to reach the rim.
Mixtape Speed With Ball 75 +2 +4 +5 +7 Blur Enhances driving by defenders, making it easier to reach the rim.
Offensive Artist Mid-Range Shot 80 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Silky Shooter Easier to make perimeter shots off the dribble.
Offensive Artist Three-Point Shot 80 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Silky Shooter Easier to make perimeter shots off the dribble.
Offensive Artist Pass Accuracy 75 +2 +4 +5 +7 Silky Shooter Easier to make perimeter shots off the dribble.
Orchestrator Pass Accuracy 80 +5 +7 +9 +12 +15 Dishmaster Significantly enhances shooting ability with precise passing.
Pest Perimeter Defense 85 +2 +4 +5 +6 +7 Vice Enhances defensive ability against ball handlers.
Pest Steal 85 +2 +4 +5 +6 +7 Vice Enhances defensive ability against ball handlers.
Pest Agility 75 +2 +4 +5 +7 Vice Enhances defensive ability against ball handlers.
Paint Dominance Block 80 +2 +4 +5 +8 See The Future Shows where missed shots will land.
Paint Dominance Offensive Rebound 85 +2 +3 +4 +6 +8 See The Future Shows where missed shots will land.
Paint Dominance Defensive Rebound 85 +2 +3 +4 +6 +8 See The Future Shows where missed shots will land.
Physicality Strength 80 +2 +4 +5 +7 See The Future Shows where missed shots will land.
Physicality Offensive Rebound 85 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 See The Future Shows where missed shots will land.
Physicality Defensive Rebound 85 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 See The Future Shows where missed shots will land.
Pickpocket Steal 90 +3 +4 +6 +7 +8 Spoiler Boosts on-ball and pass steal efficiency.
Pickpocket Perimeter Defense 85 +4 +5 +7 +8 Spoiler Boosts on-ball and pass steal efficiency.
Powerhouse Close Shot 80 +2 +4 +5 +7 +8 Interior Force Higher consistency for dunking and finishing around the rim.
Powerhouse Standing Dunk 85 +2 +4 +6 +7 +8 Interior Force Higher consistency for dunking and finishing around the rim.
Post Conductor Close Shot 80 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Dishmaster Boosts shooting ability of teammates with precise passes.
Post Conductor Pass Accuracy 85 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Dishmaster Boosts shooting ability of teammates with precise passes.
Post Conductor Post Control 75 +2 +4 +5 +7 Dishmaster Boosts shooting ability of teammates with precise passes.
Satellite Three-Point Shot 90 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Deep Bomber Extends shooting range beyond the three-point line.
Satellite Mid-Range Shot 80 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Deep Bomber Extends shooting range beyond the three-point line.
Satellite Speed 70 +2 +4 +5 +7 Deep Bomber Extends shooting range beyond the three-point line.
Skilled Slasher Three-Point Shot 85 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Poster Machine Improves overall dunking ability with Skill Dunks.
Skilled Slasher Driving Dunk 90 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Poster Machine Improves overall dunking ability with Skill Dunks.
Skilled Slasher Driving Layup 75 +2 +4 +5 +7 Poster Machine Improves overall dunking ability with Skill Dunks.
Smooth Operator Ball Handle 80 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Silky Shooter Easier to make perimeter shots off the dribble.
Smooth Operator Mid-Range Shot 85 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Silky Shooter Easier to make perimeter shots off the dribble.
Smooth Operator Driving Layup 80 +2 +4 +5 +7 Silky Shooter Easier to make perimeter shots off the dribble.
Slice Driving Dunk 85 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Poster Machine Improves overall dunking ability with Skill Dunks.
Slice Speed 70 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Poster Machine Improves overall dunking ability with Skill Dunks.
Slice Agility 70 +2 +4 +5 +7 Poster Machine Improves overall dunking ability with Skill Dunks.
Sniper Three-Point Shot 89 +3 +5 +7 +8 +10 Deep Bomber Extends shooting range well beyond the three-point line.
Soft Touch Close Shot 80 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Deep Post Bag Eases the ability to win against defenders with post moves.
Soft Touch Driving Layup 70 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Deep Post Bag Eases the ability to win against defenders with post moves.
Soft Touch Post Control 85 +2 +4 +5 +7 Deep Post Bag Eases the ability to win against defenders with post moves.
Spot-Up Shooter Three-Point Shot 80 +3 +5 +7 +8 +10 Marksman Enhances stand-still perimeter shooting.
Splash Tower Three-Point Shot 75 +3 +4 +6 +7 +8 Marksman Enhances stand-still perimeter shooting.
Splash Tower Interior Defense 80 +4 +5 +7 +8 Marksman Enhances stand-still perimeter shooting.
Swat Specimen Block 80 +3 +4 +6 +7 +8 Marksman Enhances stand-still perimeter shooting.
Swat Specimen Three-Point Shot 75 +3 +4 +5 +8 Marksman Enhances stand-still perimeter shooting.
Swiper Driving Dunk 85 +4 +5 +7 +8 Spoiler Boosts on-ball and pass steal efficiency.
Swiper Steal 85 +3 +4 +6 +7 +8 Spoiler Boosts on-ball and pass steal efficiency.
The Commander Interior Defense 75 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Rim Guardian Boosts ability to defend around the basket.
The Commander Block 75 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Rim Guardian Boosts ability to defend around the basket.
The Commander Defensive Rebound 80 +2 +4 +5 +7 Rim Guardian Boosts ability to defend around the basket.
The Claw Steal 84 +5 +7 +9 +12 +15 Spoiler Boosts on-ball and pass steal efficiency.
The General Ball Handle 80 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Dishmaster Enhances shooting ability with precise passes.
The General Pass Accuracy 85 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Dishmaster Enhances shooting ability with precise passes.
The General Speed With Ball 75 +2 +4 +5 +7 Dishmaster Enhances shooting ability with precise passes.
The Stilt Interior Defense 85 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Rim Guardian Boosts ability to defend around the basket.
The Stilt Block 80 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Rim Guardian Boosts ability to defend around the basket.
The Stilt Standing Dunk 80 +2 +4 +5 +7 Rim Guardian Boosts ability to defend around the basket.
3PT Architect Three-Point Shot 90 +3 +4 +6 +7 +8 Blur Enhances driving by defenders, making it easier to reach the rim.
3PT Architect Ball Handle 85 +4 +6 +7 +8 Blur Enhances driving by defenders, making it easier to reach the rim.
3 & D Three-Point Shot 80 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Marksman Enhances stand-still perimeter shooting.
3 & D Perimeter Defense 80 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Marksman Enhances stand-still perimeter shooting.
3 & D Agility 70 +2 +4 +5 +7 Marksman Enhances stand-still perimeter shooting.
Trifecta Driving Layup 85 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Lethal Layup Improves finished layups and floaters in traffic.
Trifecta Three-Point Shot 85 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Lethal Layup Improves finished layups and floaters in traffic.
Trifecta Mid-Range Shot 75 +2 +4 +5 +7 Lethal Layup Improves finished layups and floaters in traffic.
Unit Close Shot 80 +2 +4 +5 +7 Interior Force Higher consistency for dunking and scoring close to the basket.
Unit Standing Dunk 80 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Interior Force Higher consistency for dunking and scoring close to the basket.
Unit Offensive Rebound 75 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Interior Force Higher consistency for dunking and scoring close to the basket.
Enthusiasm Driving Dunk 85 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Interior Force Higher consistency for dunking and scoring close to the basket.
Enthusiasm Standing Dunk 80 +2 +3 +4 +6 +7 Interior Force Higher consistency for dunking and scoring close to the basket.
Enthusiasm Close Shot 80 +2 +4 +5 +7 Interior Force Higher consistency for dunking and scoring close to the basket.
Takeover Ability Requirements in NBA 2K25

Now that you understand all the Takeover Ability requirements in NBA 2K25, you’re set to unlock them for your character and become an incredible player!

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