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NBA 2K26: Season 1 Courtside Report

[previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p][/p][p][/p][p]Decorated in gold he shines under pressure, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is a smooth operator and his skill is beyond measure.[/p][p][/p][p]The year of Shai is officially here; the reigning NBA Finals MVP and regular season MVP was born for the spotlight, commanding the postseason and the cover of NBA 2K26 in style. Season 1 captures the essence of SGA’s championship pedigree and effortless swagger, on and off the court.[/p][p][/p][p]Drop into The City* and experience a thriving hub of electrifying competition, with a more accessible layout and greater emphasis on hoops. Compete in MyCAREER and MyTEAM to accrue XP and earn all-new rewards, including consumables, VC, and fresh cosmetics to showcase your personality.[/p][p][/p][p]Begin your pursuit of greatness during Season 1 of NBA 2K26, and embark on your journey to join SGA in the pantheon of champions.[/p][p][/p]
MyCAREER
[p][/p][p]How will your MyCAREER be defined? As you progress through your NBA career and begin filling out your trophy case, you’ll earn XP and, in turn, level up the Season rewards ladder. Every Season of NBA 2K26, you can climb from Level 1 to Level 40 and unlock a trove of thematic items, ranging from Badge Perks, bundles, and MyPLAYER skins, to Cap Breakers and more![/p][p][/p][h3]Get Animated with Mascot Skins[/h3][p][/p][p]In honor of NBA 2K26 cover athlete and Season 1’s featured hero Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, show your Oklahoma City Thunder team spirit with the Level 19 ‘Rumble the Bison’ mascot reward. Equip your MyPLAYER with this skin and charge through the lane as you lock horns with the competition, then get animated with Season 1 Teammotes. For the first time in NBA 2K history, NBA 2K26 will feature a whole new library of Teammotes all year long. [/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]Level Up with New Rewards[/h3][p][/p][p]Ahead of the upcoming NBA regular season, set your sights on reaching Level 40 to claim the highlighted items below, and more:[/p]
  • [p]Level 5 - Boosted REC Elbow Band (5% REP Bonus)[/p]
  • [p]Level 7 - Shaquille O’Neal MyCOURT Mural[/p]
  • [p]Level 11 - Los Angeles Lakers MyCOURT Floor[/p]
  • [p]Level 15 - Tier 1 ‘Clutch Gene’ Badge Perk[/p]
  • [p]Level 19 - ‘Rumble the Bison’ Oklahoma City Thunder Mascot[/p]
  • [p]Level 32 - Animated Mohawk Hairstyle[/p]
  • [p]Level 35 - Tier 1 ‘Max +2’ Badge Perk[/p]
  • [p]Level 37 - Beachside Bundle[/p]
  • [p]Level 39 - Biohazard Suit[/p]
  • [p]Level 40 - +1 Cap Breaker[/p]
[p][/p][p][/p][p]Remember, you can earn XP from playing MyCAREER and MyTEAM thanks to cross-progression, making it easier to climb the Season rewards ladder. Be on the lookout for 2XP events in The City to help expedite your progression—more information to come![/p][p][/p]
MyTEAM
[p][/p][p]For the first time in NBA 2K history, you can collect and compete with NBA and WNBA players in MyTEAM. All WNBA Player Cards have been fully integrated, meaning players will experience balanced and consistent gameplay regardless of who’s on the court. It also means there’s an abundance of new rewards and cards to earn in NBA 2K26![/p][p][/p][h3]Level 1 Ruby Kelsey Plum[/h3][p][/p][p]To celebrate the start of the NBA-WNBA crossover in MyTEAM, get your collection started with the Trendsetter rewards, featuring Level 1 Ruby Kelsey Plum card, 3x Promo Packs, and a 120 MIN 2XP Coin. The two-time WNBA Champion, former Sixth Woman of the Year, and four-time All-Star has a knack for scoring and facilitating the offense. Let the 2017 No. 1 overall pick orchestrate your lineup in 3v3 or 5v5 game modes.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]Level 10 Amethyst Steven Adams [/h3][p][/p][p]Widely regarded as one of toughest players in the NBA, this New Zealand native brings the thunder from down under every time he crashes the glass. Bolster your paint presence with Level 10 Amethyst Steven Adams to give your lineup some added strength and elite rebounding.[/p][p][/p][h3]Level 20 Amethyst Tobias Harris[/h3][p][/p][p]No matter which team he’s been on, Tobias Harris finds his role and plays it to T. The 14-year veteran boasts the prototypical size for an NBA forward at 6’8”, and he uses it to score in myriad ways. Harris owns a solid career field goal percentage of 47.8%, a reliable 16.1 points per game, and can rebound well for his position with an average of 6.2. Insert Harris alongside Plum and Adams to round out a 3-player lineup with above average size.[/p][p][/p][h3]Level 28 Amethyst Coach Billy Donovan[/h3][p][/p][p]Hard-working and dedicated to player development, former Oklahoma City Thunder Head Coach Billy Donovan has a wealth of experience at the collegiate and professional level. Maximize your lineup with the Level 28 Amethyst Coach Billy Donovan card and unlock two tiers of new Badge Training Challenges to improve your player cards without Badge cards.[/p][p][/p][h3]Level 30 Diamond Trae Young[/h3][p][/p][p]A cold-blooded shooter with ice in his veins, Level 30 Diamond Trae Young can make your opposition shiver with fright. Let Young run the point and leverage his slippery handles to freeze defenders in their tracks. Unleash a barrage of 3-pointers and put the game well out of reach with Young’s offensive arsenal.[/p][p][/p][h3]Level 35 Pink Diamond A’ja Wilson[/h3][p][/p][p]NBA 2K25 cover athlete A’ja Wilson joins a mix of potent Season 1 Player Cards ready to be deployed in your MyTEAM lineup. Dominate both ends of the court at an MVP level with the three-time Most Valuable Player, two-time WNBA Champion, and NBA 2K25 cover athlete. Wilson does it all; she can score at will, protect the rim with superb blocking ability, and reel in rebounds with her 6’11” wingspan.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]Level 40 Pink Diamond Klay Thompson (Dallas Mavericks)[/h3][p][/p][p]Round out your roster with one of the most prolific shooters in NBA history, Klay Thompson. The former Splash Brother’s quick release and perfect shooting form have been a staple throughout his career, and can be a difference-maker on your MyTEAM. With the all-new No-Dip Catch-and-Shoots mechanic in NBA 2K26, you can swing the ball to Thompson lurking in the corner for an easy 3-pointer. Add Thompson and the aforementioned players to your collection in Season 1, and keep expanding it all year long.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Here are some other available rewards during Season 1:[/p]
  • [p]Level 7 - ‘Cheater’ Game Changer Card x3[/p]
  • [p]Level 11 - Season 1 Ball and Uniforms[/p]
  • [p]Level 22 - ‘Gimme More’ Game Changer Card x3[/p]
  • [p]Level 25 - 90+ OVR Pack[/p]
  • [p]Level 32 - 10,000 MTP[/p]
  • [p]Level 33 - 92+ OVR Pack[/p]
  • [p]Level 37 - Hall of Fame Badges x2 [/p]
[p][/p][p]To learn more about the addition of WNBA Player Cards and other new features in MyTEAM this year, be sure to check out the MyTEAM Courtside Report![/p][p][/p]
SEASON PRO PASS**
[p][/p][p]Increase your Season rewards track with the NBA 2K26 Season Pro Pass and Hall of Fame Pass. These seasonal add-ons are available for individual purchase and include an extra 40 tiers of rewards and content for you to enjoy.[/p][p][/p][p]Season 1 Automatic Rewards:[/p]
  • [p]Desert Camo Quilted Jacket[/p]
  • [p]Tactical Bear Helmet[/p]
  • [p]Season 1 Pro Pass Pack[/p]
  • [p]Amethyst Kevin Durant[/p]
[p][/p][p][/p][p]Earn MyCAREER rewards to flaunt around The City and MyTEAM cards to use in Triple Threat Park* and All-Star Team-Up*. Add a pair of Eastern Conference mascots and a throwback Vince Carter jersey from his high-flying days in Toronto. In addition to the cosmetics and cards, you can earn plenty of Skill Boosts, 2XP Coins, and up to 45,000 VC. [/p][p][/p][p]Season 1 Premium Rewards:[/p]
  • [p]Level 3 - Half-Skull Facepaint[/p]
  • [p]Level 6 - Vince Carter Toronto Raptors Jersey[/p]
  • [p]Level 12 - ‘Benny the Bull’ Chicago Bulls Mascot[/p]
  • [p]Level 25 - ‘Make it Shine’ Game Changer Card x5[/p]
  • [p]Level 30 - ‘Sir CC’ Cleveland Cavaliers Mascot[/p]
  • [p]Level 39 - Biohazard Suit: Blackout[/p]
  • [p]Level 40 - Pink Diamond Pro Pass Klay Thompson (Golden State Warriors)[/p]
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THE W ONLINE*
[p][/p][p]The WNBA regular season is coming down to the wire! With only a couple of weeks left before the WNBA Playoffs begin, teams on the cusp of missing the postseason are making a last-second push to try and sneak in. As the competition heats up, the intensity in The W Online will be palpable. Compete with friends and work with the community to complete all-new challenges for exciting rewards.[/p][p][/p][p]Take a look at some of the Season 1 rewards below: [/p][p][/p][p]Weekly Rewards[/p]
  • [p]Angel Reese Oversized T-Shirt[/p]
  • [p]Animated Mohawk Hairstyle[/p]
  • [p]Libra Top + Necklace[/p]
  • [p]5 Game Team Accelerator Boost[/p]
  • [p]Halloween Basketball[/p]
[p][/p][p]Season Rewards[/p]
  • [p]WNBA Ball[/p]
  • [p]WNBA Ball Card[/p]
  • [p]Clothing Bundles[/p]
  • [p]5,000 VC[/p]
  • [p]MyTEAM Player Cards[/p]
  • [p]Max +1 Tier 1[/p]
  • [p]Max +1 Tier 2[/p]
  • [p]Seasonal Perks[/p]
[p][/p][p]A new year of NBA 2K starts during Season 1 of NBA 2K26. Set out to reach the top of the leaderboard in The City, assemble an original MyTEAM squad unlike anything the world’s ever seen, and earn XP to unlock all-new rewards! Stay tuned for more news about in-game events and pack drops by following NBA 2K on X, Instagram, Discord, and Twitch.[/p][p][/p][p]*The City, Triple Threat Park, All-Star Team-Up, and The W Online mode and related content are available on New Gen only.[/p][p][/p][p]**NBA 2K26 Season 1 Season Pass FREE rewards require unlocking with gameplay. NBA 2K26 Pro Season Passes and Hall of Fame Passes are available for separate purchase and require base game, internet connection and NBA 2K Account. Paid premium Passes unlock additional rewards for the Season that are earnable through gameplay. Pro Pass and Hall of Fame Pass not available in South Korea.[/p]

NBA 2K26 Patch Notes v1.1

[p]This update is expected to release on Steam on September 2, 2025.[/p][p][/p][p]Join the official Discord to get notifications for patch notes and key announcements, and to give game feedback. [/p][p]🔗 http://discord.gg/nba2k[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p]

NBA 2K26: Welcome To Our House

[p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p]Your favorite players and teams, all in one place at the heart of basketball. Welcome to the World of 2K.[/p]

NBA 2K26: The City Courtside Report

[p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p][/p][p]NBA 2K26 welcomes you back to The City on PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2, where competition, community, and status lay the foundation of this burgeoning basketball mecca.[/p][p][/p][p]The City in NBA 2K26 is driven by hoops, with a more accessible and competitive layout to keep you on the court more often, and introduces a host of all-new features. Link with friends and form all-new Crews, compete in redesigned Parks, climb the leaderboard and revel in your success as the top MyPLAYER, and become basketball royalty in Street Kings.[/p][p][/p][p]Before you visit The City, take a second to learn more about the bevy of features available in NBA 2K26.[/p][p][/p]
THE CITY
[p][/p][p]The City in NBA 2K26 builds on 2K25’s goal of a more intimate and accessible world. You can see just about every area in The City no matter where you are standing, very quickly go from one place to another and, most importantly, get on the court faster.[/p][p][/p][p]Scan your surroundings and spot jetsetting planes and hovering helicopters that take flight in the distance, adding to the dynamic nature of this living, breathing environment. Based on community feedback, The City also received new lighting improvements including a fixed time-of-day that will reduce harsh shadows and sunlight when playing games outdoors in places like the Park. [/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]2K26’s City features an open-air plaza, with the Gatorade Training Facility, Event Center, Arena, and other locations all within walking distance. The Theater, REC, Proving Grounds, and more line the perimeter of The City, making it easy to go door-to-door to play in all of the refreshed lobbies, courts, and arenas.
[/p][p]Stroll the stone walkways and observe the multiple directory boards prominently displaying leaderboards with the top MyPLAYERs and your Crew. Find your friends and start competing to climb the ranks in this bustling community of hoopers.
[/p][p]Take your first steps in The City and survey a world where everything is within reach.[/p][p][/p][p][/p]
SEASONAL PARKS
[p][/p][p]Before The City developed into the thriving basketball metropolis we know today, there was the Park. Introduced in NBA 2K14, the Park was the birthplace of online MyPLAYER competition, where friends and the community could come together to enjoy pick-up games. [/p][p][/p][p]Long a defining part of NBA 2K, Parks are BACK in NBA 2K26 with bold new features to make every season and even every day a new experience.[/p][p][/p][p]The past few years, The City has been an amusement park of sorts, with fantastical regions and futuristic environments. NBA 2K26’s new Parks are getting back to the basics with a more natural and grounded feel for a more realistic aesthetic, typical of what you’d see in a real-world environment.[/p][p][/p][p]Access the Park by entering the giant, rotating basketball that not only serves as the centerpiece of The City, but also as your gateway to a new location featuring stunning courts. [/p][p][/p][p]At the start of each new Season, every six weeks, a different Park environment will be introduced. Along with a number of new original designs, you will also find yourself playing in complete HD remasters of all four iconic NBA 2K16 MyPARKs.[/p][p][/p][p]Season 1’s Park is a brand new locale called Skyline Park, set in a magnificent urban environment that captures the essence of hooping and competing on your favorite neighborhood courts. [/p][p][/p][p]Team up with your friends and visit the Park to start competing for bragging rights and rewards. To further celebrate the return of the Park, competition is incentivized with Park MVPs, Streak Setters, Streak Breakers, and a 25% REP Bonus to keep you coming back for bragging rights and leveling up.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]Park MVPs[/h3][p][/p][p]The top REP player in each Park server will be marked with a Park MVP icon, visible above their head and also in the bird’s-eye view of the courts so that you can easily spot where they are playing. [/p][p][/p][p]Playing against the Park MVP can be a very rewarding experience. If you can defeat the Park MVP, you’ll earn 5XREP AND 5XVC for that game! The Park MVP bonus is earnable once every three hours, so get out there and chase them down.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]Streak Setters[/h3][p][/p][p]Etch your greatness in the Park by setting the longest win streak for a court in the current season. The players with the longest streak on each court will have their names spotlighted right on the side of the court for all to see! Take over a court, rattle off consecutive wins, and stamp your name as the top MyPLAYER on the block.[/p][p][/p][h3]Streak Breakers[/h3][p][/p][p]On the flip side, derail another team’s active winning streaks to earn more VC. With the all-new Streak Breaker bonus, there’s real motivation to seek out the hottest teams in the Park and end their reign.[/p][p][/p][p]The longer your opponent’s streak, the more VC you’ll earn for snapping it. Start earning bonus VC by snapping five-game win streaks. Once a team reaches 20 wins in a row, every win after that adds 1,000 VC to the total you can earn for stopping them. For example, if you’re the one to end a 30-game win streak, you’ll earn a 30,000 VC bonus.[/p][p][/p][p]There’s no limit to how many Streak Breaker bonuses you can earn in a day, so reap the rewards with every streak you spoil.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]REP Boost[/h3][p][/p][p]Boost your MyPLAYER REP in the Park with a 25% REP bonus! All Park games played in NBA 2K26 will activate a 25% REP boost; level up to earn rewards and upgrades to your on-court performance. Continue reading to learn more about the REP rewards available in NBA 2K26.[/p][p][/p]
CREWS
[p][/p][p]Rally your friends and establish your own affiliation with an all-new feature in 2K26 called Crews. You can team up with your friends and community members to earn great rewards. [/p][p][/p][p]Crews can be tight-knit with you and your friends if you want, or grow up to 50 players. Crews offer flexibility and a more creative outlet for everyone. Your MyPLAYER nameplate will allow others to see which Crew you are representing, your Crew logo, and your Crew level to show off your progress![/p][p][/p][p]Simply play games or work with your Crew to complete weekly goals that help you rise through the ranks of all 30 Crew levels, earning rewards in the process, including:[/p][p][/p]
  • [p]Custom Crew logos [/p]
  • [p]Custom branded Crew clothing featuring your own uploaded Crew logo[/p]
  • [p]4 Cap Breakers and a Max +1 Badge Perk slot[/p]
  • [p]VC or REP multipliers that activate when your Crew plays together[/p]
  • [p]Unlimited Boosts[/p]
  • [p]… and more![/p]
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CHASE THE WIN
[p][/p][p]Don’t just chase the win, pursue the throne. In NBA 2K26, there’s more than one way to let the world know you’re the best.[/p][p][/p][h3]New Leaderboards[/h3][p][/p][p]There are new types of leaderboards throughout The City to track your accomplishments. [/p][p][/p]
  • [p]Mode leaderboards spotlight the players with the most wins in Park, The Theater, The REC, Proving Grounds, Triple Threat Park, Starting 5, and Ante-Up. Leaderboards update daily, and a towering 12-foot statue of the No. 1 ranked player in each of these modes will be built outside that mode’s building, showcasing their success for all who enter to see.[/p]
  • [p]Geo Rank leaderboards celebrate the most victorious players across the globe and allow you to filter by different geographical regions, including all 50 U.S. states. If you are one of the top players in any region of the world, you will get a custom show-off flair shown during your pre-game intro. Get out there and rep your home![/p]
  • [p]Crew leaderboards track the winningest Crews and allows you to see which Crew truly runs The City.[/p]
[p][/p][h3]REP & Legend[/h3][p][/p][p]The REP system from NBA 2K25 returns in NBA 2K26, but with fresh rewards. Players familiar with REP in The City will recognize the Rookie, Starter, Veteran, and Legend categories, and their five-tier structure. At each tier, players can unlock different rewards, ranging from Cap Breakers, Boosters, Animations, VC, and more.[/p][p] [/p][p]Earn your place in NBA 2K26 and accumulate REP to achieve Legend status.[/p][p][/p]
PRO-AM SUMMIT
[p][/p][p]Twice a season, teams in The City will come together for the Pro-Am Summit to compete in 3v3 and 5v5 tournaments.[/p][p][/p][p]The Pro-Am Summit will happen every three weeks, with competitive play happening on Saturday and Sunday of Summit weekends. The first one will be on September 21-22, 2025. [/p][p][/p][p]To qualify, all your team needs to do is play 10 Pro-Am games together in the weeks leading up to the next Summit.[/p][p][/p][p]During Summit weekend, each game your team plays is scored based on the outcome and your performances. The leaderboard ranks each team by the sum of your five highest game scores from that weekend. The Top 5, Top 10, Top 50, and Top 100 teams will each receive elite rewards fit for the best organized teams in The City. [/p][p][/p]
STREET KINGS
[p][/p][p]Rule the new Street Kings mode and lead your team to victory. [/p][p][/p][p]Last year, Streetball featured three courts spread out across The City, but this year we’ve condensed it to one convenient, new location, with lots of new features. Play solo or join forces with up to two friends and challenge skilled CPU bosses.[/p][p][/p][p]This all-in-one approach boasts a more cohesive design; players will be welcomed by an impressive collegiate-style building with Roman-inspired architectural features, with adjoining courts on opposite sides of the complex.[/p][p][/p][p]Street Kings is a great way to level up your MyPLAYER and earn 40 levels of rewards that will give you a truly unique look out in The City. Upgrade your Badges, test out new animations, and sharpen your skills on the Street Kings battlefield.[/p][p][/p][p][/p]
CHALLENGES
[p][/p][p]There’s always something new to do in NBA 2K26. Challenges are a new feature in 2K26 that offer a great way to both learn what The City has to offer and challenge you to see what heights you can reach. [/p][p][/p][p]To guide (and reward) you, The City now has new Beginner, Daily, Seasonal, and Lifetime challenges to earn VC, REP bonuses, exclusive cosmetics you can’t get anywhere else, and yes, even Cap Breakers.[/p][p][/p]
  • [p]Beginner: Take a tour of The City with these onboarding challenges, designed to help you find the game modes best suited to you, like checking out the new Park, visiting your MyCOURT, and upgrading your MyPLAYER.[/p]
  • [p]Daily: Each day, you can complete three new challenges to earn VC. These are quick and easy tasks, like playing a game or collecting your Daily Reward. Completing all three will activate 1 hour of 2XREP. On top of that, if you’ve purchased the Pro Pass or Hall of Fame Pass, you’ll get even more bonus VC for completing all your Daily Challenges.[/p]
  • [p]Seasonal: Each Season, there will be a variety of new challenges to earn VC, Season XP, and exclusive cosmetics.[/p]
  • [p]Lifetime: Complete Challenges in each game mode all year long to earn even more rewards, including exclusive cosmetics you can wear in all game modes (including The REC), shoes that boost your out-of-game run speed by +200%, an emissive Mech Helmet, large quantities of VC, and yes, even Cap Breakers. There are 300 milestones in total, ensuring you always have something to chase.[/p]
[p][/p][p]All you have to do is play, and the rewards will start flowing your way as you rack up stats and wins![/p][p][/p]
SWAP BUILD
[p][/p][p]Alternate between MyPLAYER Builds with ease using the new Swap Build feature. Switch between your MyPLAYERs without leaving The City, removing the hassle of rejoining your squad and the server they’re in.[/p][p][/p][p][/p]
MyCOURT
[p][/p][p]MyCOURT is your dedicated space to work on your game. [/p][p][/p][p]Choose from new drill options to practice your free-throws, alley-oop catching, and putback dunk timing, or freestyle to master all of the new Gameplay mechanics in NBA 2K26, like enhanced Rhythm Shooting, no-dip catch & shoots, and more. Learn about all the improvements to on-court Gameplay here. For more focused practice, visit Learn 2K to improve your game with new additions that will make you a better player. [/p][p][/p][p]Your MyCOURT features new customization options that allow you to put your own stamp on the design. This year, you can customize the court floor with pre-designed floors earned through rewards, or you can even use the full arena court editor to design your own floor. [/p][p][/p][p]Control every detail from the wood colors, line colors, logos, and even the basket stanchion designs themselves can be customized to complete your look.[/p][p][/p]
THE TRACK
[p][/p][p]Get back in the driver’s seat in NBA 2K26—the Track is returning with two new vehicles and a massive VC reward every week![/p][p][/p][p]This year, we’re introducing Pocket Bikes and Drift Trikes for more vehicle variety and go-kart mayhem. Go head-to-head with friends via matchmaking, challenge random players online, and put the pedal to the metal to secure the fastest time and 1,000,000 VC! Create custom leaderboards for you and your friends, race their ghosts for endless competitive fun, and earn Season XP and VC on a weekly basis. [/p][p][/p][p]Start your engines MyPLAYERs, it’s time to run laps around the competition on the court and on the race track.[/p][p][/p]
MyCAREER: OUT OF BOUNDS
[p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p][/p][p]NBA 2K26’s MyCAREER story, Out of Bounds, takes you on a journey as an unknown prospect from a small town in Vermont all the way to the NBA. [/p][p][/p][p]To be the best you have to beat the best. You’ll compete against top high school prospects in the country and join a club league team, all to prove you have what it takes to be drafted into the NBA. [/p][p][/p][p]Garner the attention of spectators and scouts as you showcase your skills. Make the most of your opportunities and outshine your opponents to make the Club League All-Star team. Play to win and complete objectives to improve your draft stock in the process.[/p][p][/p][p]Don’t take your playing time for granted and make the most of every possession.[/p][p][/p][h3]The NBA Draft[/h3][h3][/h3][p]This year, your MyPLAYER can go through the Draft process and be drafted based on your performance and how well you fit each team’s positional needs. Let fate run its course to see where you get drafted, or take control of your destiny and conduct a private workout for the team of your choice. Get drafted the traditional way or choose where you want to go—the decision is yours.[/p][p][/p][h3]Passion Projects[/h3][p][/p][p]While you’re putting in work on the court, your agent is grinding behind the scenes. In addition to endorsements, you will have the opportunity to do new passion projects. One of our favorites is a questline where you recruit NBA stars, like Cade Cunningham, to start their own club team in the league you create.[/p][p][/p][h3]NBA & The Playoffs[/h3][p][/p][p]The story doesn’t stop when the NBA season begins. Twice a season, you will select a new Key Game set, each with unique stories and cutscenes, including storylines with sponsors, your parents getting too involved, and more. [/p][p][/p][p]We don’t want to spoil all the surprises but, for the first time, the MyCAREER story can extend to the Playoffs if you can make the postseason and contend for a championship as a rookie.[/p][p][/p]
THANK YOU
[p][/p][p]All of the work that went into NBA 2K26 wouldn’t be possible without all of you. So on behalf of everyone at Visual Concepts, thank you for your passion and feedback. From The City to MyTEAM, the lifelike gameplay enhancements, and more, we can’t wait for you to experience it all in NBA 2K26.[/p][p][/p][p]If you haven’t already, be sure to check out the Courtside Reports hub for more details about gameplay and game modes in NBA 2K26. Stay tuned for more news and updates throughout the year by following NBA 2K across all of our social platforms.[/p][p][/p][p]Pre-order NBA 2K26 Superstar or Leave No Doubt Edition and get up to 7 days of Early Access**, starting August 29.[/p][p][/p][p]*Only available on NBA 2K26 for PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2.[/p][p]**Early access only available for NBA 2K26 Superstar and Leave No Doubt Editions (Digital) only available on Playstation®5 and Xbox Series X|S and PC. Availability restrictions apply. For details, see nba.2k.com/2k26/faq/.[/p]