Top Jumpshots for NBA 2K25: Optimal Animations for Every Build

No NBA 2K25 build is complete without a meta jumpshot that utilizes the best animations for scoring long-range buckets with ease. Your animations, especially your jumpshot, play a crucial role in determining whether you sink threes effortlessly or miss wide-open jumpers consistently, leading to frustration for both you and your teammates.

Regardless of whether you’re a Sharpshooter or a Glass Cleaner, having the ability to stretch the floor and hit shots significantly benefits your team. It compels defenders to cover you closely, thus opening up space and creating scoring opportunities for your teammates.

A build that struggles to hit shots can be a liability, making it essential to opt for an effective jumpshot. Below, we’ll explore the top jumpshot animations and combinations to help you achieve consistent perfect releases.

Best Jumpshot Animations in NBA 2K25

Under 6’5″

Jumpshot	Rating Requirements	Release Height	Defensive Immunity	Release Speed	Timing Stability
Stephen Curry	92+ Mid-Range or 92+ 3PT Shot	C-	A+	A+	A+
Kyrie Irving	90+ Mid-Range or 90+ 3PT Shot	A	A+	A-	A
Jaden Hardy	84+ Mid-Range or 84+ 3PT Shot	B-	B+	A	B+
Cameron Thomas	85+ Mid-Range or 85+ 3PT Shot	A+	B+	A+	B-
Oscar Robertson	89+ Mid-Range or 89+ 3PT Shot	B	A-	B	A+

At least 6’5″ and under 6’10”

Jumpshot	Rating Requirements	Release Height	Defensive Immunity	Release Speed	Timing Stability
Kobe Bryant	87+ Mid-Range or 87+ 3PT Shot	A	A	A-	B+
Gordon Hayward	84+ Mid-Range or 84+ 3PT Shot	B+	A-	B-	B+
Kyle Korver	91+ Mid-Range or 91+ 3PT Shot	C	A	A+	A
A.J. Lawson	69+ Mid-Range or 69+ 3PT Shot	A	B	D	D-
Jaylon Tyson	77+ Mid-Range or 77+ 3PT Shot	A+	B	D	B-

At least 6’10”

Jumpshot	Rating Requirements	Release Height	Defensive Immunity	Release Speed	Timing Stability
LaMarcus Aldridge	84+ Mid-Range or 84+ 3PT Shot	C	B+	A-	A
Chris Bosh	85+ Mid-Range or 85+ 3PT Shot	A	A	B-	B+
Jonathan Isaac	77+ Mid-Range or 77+ 3PT Shot	A	A	D+	C-
Yves Missi	48+ Mid-Range or 48+ 3PT Shot	C-	F	B+	F
PJ Washington	79+ Mid-Range or 79+ 3PT Shot	C+	A-	C	B-

These jumpshot requirements pertain to the Lower/Base portion of the Jump Shot Creator, which is vital as it influences your perfect timing window, facilitating greens. Your height and attributes govern the animations you can utilize, so it’s advisable to use at least one of the recommended jumpshots for optimal results in NBA 2K25.

If your latest build is restricted from accessing these jumpshots, you might want to enhance your Mid-Range Shot or Three-Point rating. Consider utilizing Cap Breakers, available at affiliate ranks Starter 3, Veteran 2, and Legend 1, to lift your shooting stats past their limits.

Best Jumpshot Combinations

Here are the optimal jumpshot combinations categorized by build type, all engineered for the fastest Release Speed:

Build Type	Jumpshot Combination (Base/Upper Release 1/Upper Release 2)
Guard builds (under 6’5″) with elite shooting (87+)	Cameron Thomas/Oscar Robertson/Tre Mann (60%/40%)
Guard builds (under 6’5″) with average shooting (83+)	Jakobe Walter/Oscar Robertson/Cameron Thomas (49%/51%)
Wing builds (6’5″ – 6’9″) with elite shooting (84+)	Jaylon Tyson/Saddiq Bey/Oscar Robertson (30%/70%)
Wing builds (6’5 – 6’9″) with average shooting (75+)	A.J. Lawson/Brandin Podzlemski/Taurean Prince (37%/63%)
Big man builds (At least 6’10”) with elite shooting (84+)	Jonathan Isaac/Kevin Durant/Bobby Portis Jr. (40%/60%)
Big man builds (At least 6’10”) with average shooting (78+)	Jonathan Isaac/PJ Tucker/Yves Missi (76%/24%)
Big man builds (At least 6’10”) with below-average shooting (55+)	Andre Drummond/Tim Duncan/Tim Duncan (50%/50%)

NBA 2K25 Jumpshot Grades Explained

The grades for jumpshots in NBA 2K25 include:

Release Height: Determines how high the release point is, allowing you to shoot over defenders more easily.
Release Speed: Reflects how rapidly your shot is released, enabling faster shots before defenders close in.
Defensive Immunity: Shows how much a contest affects your shot, helping in contested shooting situations.
Timing Stability: Indicates how consistent your shooting timing remains when fatigued or pressured.

Jump Shot creator in NBA 2K25. — Image Source: Dexerto

Your shot’s four grades can be reviewed in the Jump Shot Creator. Each jumpshot generated by the Jump Shot Creator receives grades that determine its in-game effectiveness, with scores ranging from A+ to F.

Opt for jumpshots that carry high grades overall, but keep in mind that top grades are usually available only to builds with superior shooting stats. Utilize Daily Rewards and Locker Codes to ensure you’re maximizing your opportunities in-game.