NBA 2K23 is a basketball simulation game based on the National Basketball Association (NBA). We have several cheats and tips that will help you win games on the court.
NBA 2K23 features a completely rebuilt version of NBA 2K11's Jordan Challenges that had players trying to virtually recreate Jordan's real-life feats. One of these was a challenge to score at least 38 points and grab 7+ rebounds like Jordan himself did in June 1997 during his memorable 'flu game' when a sick Jordan still put up big numbers and drained the winning basket in the NBA Finals.
NBA 2K23 is available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Switch, and PC.
Below is a collection of hints and tips that will help you to progress in the game. These include how you can create space when you are being tightly defended and why it is important that you are always aware of your position on the court.
During a game you will be zipping around the court in between defenders as you try to get closer to the basket. Keep in mind that if you have the ball and attempt to take the shot while you are still moving you will be off-balance, and it is less likely to land.
Use the quick stop move which makes your player instantly stop to combat this and significantly improve your chances of the shot going in. All you need to do to perform it is while moving your player with the left analogue stick, tap the left trigger and let go of the left analog stick.
If you are being tightly defended by the opponent one of the best ways to give yourself space before a shot attempt is to take a step back. This is done before you initiate the shot by flicking the right analog stick of your controller downward.
By stepping back your player will instantly create some space between him and the defender and give himself the split second he needs to get the ball in the air. If your player needs to take a big step back you just need to hold the turbo button while flicking the right analog stick of your controller downward.
The success or failure of your shot in NBA 2K23 is determined by the dynamic shot meter which changes position based on your location on the court. It is therefore important that you are always aware of where you are, so you are not thrown off your game by the shot meter changing sides on the screen and not being where you thought it was moments ago.
The split second it takes for you to find the shot meter may be all it takes for you to miss a crucial shot. Remember that if you are to the left of the basket, the shot meter will also show up on the left, and the same goes for the right side of the basket.
Icon passing is essential in order to break down an over-aggressive defense and to pinpoint who you want to pass to. Press RB (Xbox) / R1 (Playstation) to bring up the passing icons, then press the button of the corresponding player to pass to a specific player.
Xbox:
RB + A = Point Guard
RB + B = Shooting Guard
RB + X = Small Forward
RB + Y = Power Forward
RB + LT = Center
Playstation:
R1 + X = Point Guard
R1 + O = Shooting Guard
R1 + Square = Small Forward
R1 + Triangle = Power Forward
R1 + L2 = Center
Take a look at the video below to get some helpful tips on how to win games in NBA 2K23.
0:00 - Intro
0:16 - Controller Settings
0:59 - Quick Scoop Layups
1:35 - Icon Lead Passing
2:15 - Rim Hanging
3:17 - Transition Take Foul
3:46 - Shot Meter Locations
4:14 - Play Calls
5:58 - Passing
6:59 - Steal
7:35 - Matchup
7:59 - Sneaky Tip
9:03 - Favorite Plays
10:51 - Screen
11:08 - Perimeter
11:32 -Outro
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How are power-ups consumed? |
Power-ups are consumed every time you make a strong throw or an explosive sprint. Once your three impulses have been exhausted, you will notice that your speed and acceleration decrease significantly for the rest of the possession. |
How many adrenalin rushes are available per player? |
There are three adrenaline rushes available per player, per possession, which are displayed as three small bars under the resistance meter. |
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How quickly the shot reaches its ideal release point. |
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There are 46 trophies for NBA 2K23 on PlayStation 4.
Trophies | Award |
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The Butcher Score 10 points in a MyCAREER NBA game | Bronze |
The Baker Score 20 points in a MyCAREER NBA game | Bronze |
Dirty Dishes Get 3 assists in a MyCAREER NBA game | Bronze |
Doing The Dishes Get 5 assists in a MyCAREER NBA game | Bronze |
Dishwasher Get 10 assists in a MyCAREER NBA game | Bronze |
Collector Get 5 rebounds in a MyCAREER NBA game | Bronze |
Top Threads Win the Fashion District. | Bronze |
The Right Notes Win the Music District. | Bronze |
Entrepreneur Win the Business District | Bronze |
Fly Swatter Get 5 blocks in a MyCAREER NBA game | Bronze |
Keepers Get 5 steals in a MyCAREER NBA game | Bronze |
It's Raining Make 5 three-pointers in a MyCAREER NBA game | Bronze |
Legend In The Making Earn 15 stars in the Jordan Challenge. | Bronze |
It's All About the W Win a WNBA game in The W | Bronze |
Watch Me Work Win a game in The W Online | Bronze |
New with Tags In MyTEAM apply a Diamond Shoe Card to any Player Card. | Bronze |
Slabbed Grade any MyTEAM Player Card. | Bronze |
Lottery redux Draft a Diamond or better player in MyTEAM Draft. | Bronze |
At the Buzzer! Win a Clutch Time game in MyTEAM. | Bronze |
Locked in! In MyTEAM complete a game in a player locked position (min. 12 minutes). | Bronze |
4 for 4 In MyTEAM make 4 4-point shots in a single game. | Bronze |
Level Up Make it to Level 40 in a single MyTEAM Season. | Bronze |
Green Light Make 1 Perfect Release shot in a game. | Bronze |
Green Zone Make 5 Perfect Release shots in a single game. | Bronze |
It's Easy Being Green Make 10 Perfect Release shots in a single game. | Bronze |
Winning Win a game | Bronze |
Make A Point Win a game by more than 10 points | Bronze |
Turning Point Outscore your opponent by 10 points in a single quarter | Bronze |
The Rest Is Just Academic Take a 10 point lead into halftime | Bronze |
Keep Your Distance Make 10 three-point shots in any one game | Bronze |
Net Gain Turn the ball over 10 fewer times than your opponent | Bronze |
Dirty Work Get more rebounds, blocks, and assists than your opponent | Bronze |
The Candlestick Maker Score 50 points in a MyCAREER NBA game | Silver |
Depth Chart Riser Become a Starter. | Silver |
Welcome to the League Finish the Welcome to the League Quest Line. | Silver |
Palace Intrigue Finish the Palace Intrigue Quest Line. | Silver |
Yes, Your Airness Earn 45 stars in the Jordan Challenge. | Silver |
She Got Game Reach Progression tier 10 in The W | Silver |
Play with me IN MyTEAM play a game of Triple Threat Online: Co-Op. | Silver |
Make A Statement Win a game by more than 20 points | Silver |
Spreading The Love Finish a game in which all 5 starters score double-digit points | Silver |
Own It All Win the Hammond Classic / Win the City. | Gold |
Bet on Woman Reach tier 10 in all five pillars in The W | Gold |
Kit And Kaboodle Earn every trophy in NBA 2K23 | Platinum |
Plus hidden trophies, Click here to see them all.
See Also NBA 2K23 Xbox One achievements
See Also NBA 2K23 Xbox Series X achievements