When it comes to sports games, there needs to be as much skill with the controller in your hand as there would be if it was a ball instead. This is especially so for popular titles like NBA 2K24. One specific move, the jumpshot, is a pretty powerful move, especially if you feel like you’re in a bit of a pinch. Considering this, we have outlined all of the different jumpshots to be able to outline what is the best jumpshot in NBA 2K24.
Best Jumpshots in NBA 2K24
We have three different jumpshot builds that are dependent on your size:
- 6’4″ – Under
- Base: Kevin Porter Jr.
- Upper Release: Oscar Robertson
- Upper Release 2: Oscar Robertson
- Blending & Release Speed: 50% / 50%
- 6’5″ – 6’9″
- Base: JT Thor
- Upper Release: Tobias Harris
- Upper Release 2: Dante Exum
- Blending & Release Speed: Tobias Harris 75% / Dante Exum 25%
- 6’10” – Over
- Base: Danilo Gallinari.
- Upper Release: Giannis Antetokounmpo.
- Upper Release 2: Giannis Antetokounmpo.
- Blending & Release Speed: 50%/50%.
All of the above are great if you are new to the game. The builds are sure to help you feel confident enough to tinker with and make your own adjustments as you become more comfortable with playing and with making different types of shots.
Best Jumpshot Settings For NBA 2K24
If you still feel as though you can get a bit of an edge with your jumpshots, then we have also written out the best settings that you will need to have.
- Vibration: On
- Shot Timing: Shots and Layups
- Free Throw Timing: User Timing
- Jump Shots Meter: Off
- Shot Timing Visual Cue: Set Point
- Layup Meter: On
- Free Throw Meter: On
- Show Maker Input Type: All
We say that the Shot Timing Visual Cue should be set at Set Point, but we also wanted to make sure that you knew about what the four different options really do. Getting to know how you play with each of the four would really be your best bet, but we stand by our recommendation if you’re still new to jumpshots.
- Jump: Very Early
- Set Point: Early
- Push: Late
- Release: Very Late
To really answer the above question, the best jumpshot in NBA 2K24 is really dependant on your size and your preferred play style. Hopefully, you are able to get all of the information you need from this guide and you are more than welcome to return if you feel as though you still need a handle on jumpshots.
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NBA 2K24 is available on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
