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Page Updated November 17, 2023, 22:56 |First Published September 19, 2023, 19:04
While every aspect of basketball comes into play, it often feels like nothing is more critical in NBA 2K24 than being good at shooting. There are plenty of ways to practice, but having the best jumpshot in NBA 2K24 can set you up for success.
In this NBA 2K24 Best Jumpshot guide, we'll break down how creating a custom jump shot in the game works and some of the prime options across multiple different builds. You'll still have to find what works best for your play style and timing, but the jumpshot options offered here give players a clear place to start.
How to Make the Best Jumpshot in NBA 2K24
Deciding which of the best jumpshot options is right for you in NBA 2K24 starts with understanding how the creation process works. While you can quickly and easily setup the best animations in NBA 2K24, things get a lot more intricate when figuring out a custom jump shot animation.
You'll have to start by picking a Lower / Base animation, and this is usually going to be a choke point early on as some of the best ones won't be accessible. All of the animation variations here are tied to height and restricted based on certain height ranges, but only Lower / Base has an attribute requirement.
Even if your height is spot on, you won't be able to get some Lower / Base animation selections until you've upgraded your Mid-Range Shot or Three-Point Shot to meet the animation requirements. This mean they should be an early focus for your attribute upgrades, as having the best jumpshot in NBA 2K24 will definitely put you on track to earn the VC needed to grind all the way to 99 OVR in MyCAREER.
If you take a look at different bases and one catches your eye as something to use in the interim between being able to upgrade for access to your desired Lower / Base animation, keep in mind that the template builds are automatically granted that player's animations. This means with the right template build you can gain access to solid options like Jalen Brunsen right out of the gate, but don't go with a build that doesn't fit your style just for that temporary edge.
If you feel like even having the right jumpshot doesn't quite get you the success you're looking for, you might just need to change plans with different badges. Check out our guide to the best badges in NBA 2K24 to make sure you're sinking every last shot.
NBA 2K24 Best Jumpshot for Build Height Under 6' 5''
If you're using a small player build under 6' 5'', here are a few of the best jumpshot combinations the game has to offer:
| Lower / Base | Kevin Porter Jr. | Stephen Curry | John Wall | Stephen Curry |
| Min Shot Rating | 82+ 3PT or Mid | 92+ 3PT or Mid | 82+ 3PT or Mid | 92+ 3PT or Mid |
| Upper Release 1 | Oscar Robertson | Oscar Robertson | Trae Young | Jerry West |
| Upper Release 2 | Stephen Curry | Darius Garland | Darius Garland | Bradley Beal |
| Blending & Release Speed | Very Quick, 50/50 Blending | Very Quick, 87/13 Blending | Very Quick, 25/75 Blending | Very Quick, 50/50 Blending |
Keep in mind that your blending can somewhat be down to personal preference. Of the options above, the John Wall base is a good option for players who use Set Point or Push for their Shot Timing Visual Cue, but all of them can be powerful once you're used to the animation.
NBA 2K24 Best Jumpshot for Build Height 6' 5'' to 6' 10''
If you're using a mid-size to big player build in the 6' 5'' to 6' 10'' range, here are a few of the best jumpshot combinations the game has to offer:
| Lower / Base | Dyson Daniels | JT Thor | JT Thor | Luke Kennard |
| Min Shot Rating | 77+ 3PT or Mid | 76+ 3PT or Mid | 76+ 3PT or Mid | 86+ 3PT or Mid |
| Upper Release 1 | Oscar Robertson | Charles Bassey | Saddiq Bey | Austin Reaves |
| Upper Release 2 | Darius Garland | Oscar Robertson | Oscar Robertson | Austin Reaves |
| Blending & Release Speed | Very Quick, 87/13 Blending | Quick, 42/58 Blending | Very Quick, 75/25 Blending | Very Quick, 50/50 Blending |
Blending needs to be a little more precise on these, but again go with what feels right. It's also worth going to practice courts as you test these out to get a feel for the timing and how difficult it might be for you to adjust based on what you're already accustomed to.
NBA 2K24 Best Jumpshot for Build Height 6' 10'' and Higher
Finally for big men on the upper end of the size scale, here are the best jumpshots in NBA 2K24 for builds 6' 10'' or taller:
| Lower / Base | Jonathan Isaac | Dwight Powell | LaMarcus Aldridge | Andre Drummond |
| Min Shot Rating | 76+ 3PT or Mid | 77+ 3PT or Mid | 86+ 3PT or Mid | 45+ 3PT or Mid |
| Upper Release 1 | Jaren Jackson Jr. | Marquese Chriss | Michael Porter Jr. | Tim Duncan |
| Upper Release 2 | Marc Gasol | Tyler Chriss | LaMarcus Aldridge | Marquese Chriss |
| Blending & Release Speed | Quick, 62/38 Blending | Normal, 92/8 Blending | Very Quick, 35/65 Blending | Normal, 32/68 Blending |
Our last group of options for best jumpshot in NBA 2K24, players at these heights are likely going to be focused more on defense and playmaking than having the perfect jumpshot. If you're in that boat, the Andre Drummond option may be ideal with such low requirements.
Together, all of the NBA 2K24 jumpshot options outlined here will give players top choices across all shot ratings and builds. Your best pick could be among these, but it'll take some time on the practice courts to really pinpoint your ideal fit.
