What to expect from badges in NBA 2K24

Zachary Roberts

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Badges are a key component of NBA 2K. In 2K24, they will once again be vital for a player. They can improve their quality and give them access to abilities that can be game-changing. In NBA 2K24, the badge system has been reworked for better success moving forward as 2K Sports never wants to rest on its laurels.

Primarily, 2K did two things for NBA 2K24 to alter the badge system and make improvements to existing badges. They either brought in new additions to increase flexibility or took things away to bring more balance. Either way, the badge system has been revamped for NBA 2K24.

If you’re interested in reading more about NBA 2K24, check out the official release date, a full ratings reveal, and what Mamba Moments is bringing to the table.

What’s new in the badge system for NBA 2K24?

Twenty-four new badges were added to NBA 2K24 on next-gen (PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S). They removed some others, but there is a total of 77 badges available in MyCareer and MyTeam modes. All badges and gameplay enhancements are from NBA 2K’s official court report on the matter.

For scoring, the badges are as follows:

• Float Game – A player’s ability to make floaters and runners while attacking the basket is improved with Float Game.
•  Scooper – Quick scoop layup shot chances are improved with the new Scooper badge.
•  Bunny – Hop step layups and dunks receive an increased shot chance with Bunny.
•  Spin Cycle – Drives finished with a spin layup or dunk will receive an increased shot chance ability thanks to Spin Cycle.
•  Two Step – Cradle and Euro step layups and dunks receive a shot boost with Two Step.
•  Precision Dunker – Those who utilize the skill dunk mechanic will receive an improved chance of flushing their dunk attempt with Precision Dunker.
•  Hook Specialist – No love lost for post-play aficionados. Brought back from the dead, Hook Specialist increases a player’s ability to make hook shots out of the post.
•  Post-Fade Phenom – Similar to Hook Specialist, Post-Fade Phenom will allow a player to make post-fades and hop shots out of the post at a higher clip.
•  Open Looks – As a way to encourage sudden opportunities, Open Looks will enhance a player’s ability to make wide-open jumpers.
•  Spot Finder – By utilizing the “Get Open” mechanic (R2 or Right Trigger Tap), Spot Finder allows players to receive a speed boost off-the-ball to get to an open space, with a raised chance of knocking down the shot off the ensuing catch.
•  Whistle – Creating contact and getting to the free throw line when attacking the rim or shooting a jump shot is improved with the new Whistle badge.
•  Free Points – In clutch moments, knocking down free throws with the game on the line is improved with Free Points.
•  Bulldozer – A mix of a scoring and a ball-handling badge, think of this as Bully version 2.0 with elements of the old Clamp Breaker. Bulldozer improves the player’s ability to push through physical body-ups and finish with physicality around the rim.

For playmaking, they are as follows:

• Relay Passer – A hockey assist badge, Relay Passer provides a boost to shooters in a pass-to-assist situation.
•  Touch Passer – Players who quickly move the ball upon receiving it will get faster pass animations with Touch Passer.
•  Big Driver – Face-up bigs driving to the basket from within the mid-range area will receive an initial launch boost with Big Driver.
•  Blow-By – Quicker ball-handlers receive boosts in body-up interactions with defenders when Blow-By is equipped.
•  Physical Handles – During physical body-up interactions, players with Physical Handles have a higher chance of winning the outcome following a dribble move.
•  Speed Booster – A perimeter-only quick first step badge, Speed Booster will allow for quicker launches when coming from a stand-still dribble situation.
•  Triple Strike – Players excel with triple threat launches and jukes at a higher rate with Triple Strike.

Not to be left out, the defense badges are:

• Fast Feet – It wouldn’t be a fair game if only offensive players received speed boosts. Fast Feet can be looked at as a “quick first step” badge for defenders, allowing defensive specialists to stay in front of shifty ball-handlers.
•  Right Stick Ripper – Those who utilize the right-stick steal mechanic will receive a boost on steal attempts with Right Stick Ripper.
•  Immovable Enforcer – A direct counter to Bulldozer, Immovable Enforcer allows defenders to win physical matchups when it comes to body-ups and contact layups.
•  94 Feet – Players with 94 Feet receive fewer body-up stamina hits and improved body-up wins when pressing full court. Don’t worry, those who do not have this badge will regret pressing full court.

These badges, combined with the right attributes being high, can make for incredibly good players. They do have badge tiers, badge level progression, and badge perks that can max out the abilities and make the most dominant teammate any NBA team has ever seen. Badge usage is also going to impact how the game is played.

Become a winner with the new badge system, earn high teammate grade results, and become the most talented basketball player ever when NBA 2K24 hits shelves and digital downloads. Become the best floor general, rebounding superstar, or shoot three-pointers with excellent accuracy thanks to the significant increase and added boost these badges give! Keep in mind that regression can occur and your equipped badges and badge points matter.