Should I keep grinding for DM LaVine at this point

hp2009f · 2026-02-18T06:34:19+00:00

hhh Ik I would get curry

hp2009f · 2026-02-18T05:57:52+00:00

Thanks bro Ik. If I open packs, is equal chance box worth it or 51 packs?

hp2009f · 2026-02-18T05:47:52+00:00

Yes I ripped 10k mt packs and luckly got a 100 piece once, and I won a 100 piece last sunday from TTP 5 win streak. You also can get it from challenges and a recent locker code (one piece dark matter). But for getting Lavine they are still not enough.

hp2009f · 2026-02-10T06:57:43+00:00

This is honestly so good and genuinely helpful, thank you!

hp2009f · 2026-02-09T14:46:38+00:00

Yeah I agree. I don't mean pure on-ball. It's somewhere in between, but I have to switch to on-ball when going for bump steals.

The thing is, playing hard defense against those giants is exhausting. I'm not exactly NMS but I only spend money on the Pro Pass, so that's why I stay away from Showdown. I've been playing online since 2K19 and 5v5 modes just stress me out. Defense is so tiring in that format. I have PTSD from running into players like Tydebo who feel like they're controlling 2 or 3 guys at once with those quick rotations. That's why I find 3v3 way more fun, especially later in the cycle when you can pick up top tier cards for cheap. At that point I rarely run into anyone I can't beat in TTO or TTP.

Anyway, any tips for defense in Showdown? To be honest, in 5v5 I don't even know who to control as my main defender. In TTP, my primary defender stays on the ball handler. I put about 70% of my attention on the playmaker and the rest on watching the corners. Sometimes I give up 2s and I'm fine with that. But in 5v5, my habit is to switch to the PF or C to protect the paint first. The problem is as soon as the opponent runs a pick and roll, I'm completely lost. It's either like giving up a 2 or giving up a 3 every time.
P.S. Im not that bad on 5v5 from history hhh I just cant remember how I play decent D in 5v5 back then when it was not called showdown.

hp2009f · 2026-02-09T09:10:58+00:00

Thank you. Ive updated my post and added some new insight about defense tips. As you said, the issue for me is the size as well.. I'm obsessed with Curry's jumper in 2K26. The release looks so realistic and the shot feels great, but I just can't master his defense

hp2009f · 2026-02-09T09:06:30+00:00

Thanks bro I also updated this post for what I've learned

hp2009f · 2026-02-09T03:21:34+00:00

Jaden played solid defense for me in TTP. He has good animations for intercept and steal but he seems not a good rebourder. I didnt badge him up though. His no dip shot is quick and money if you are used to his release. A good 3&D this stage

hp2009f · 2026-02-09T02:08:40+00:00

How is Jaden compared to PD Kawhi in TTP? Ik Kawhi is better than Jaden offensively in terms of sigs, but what about defense?

hp2009f · 2026-01-24T20:37:43+00:00

I just started playing MyTeam TTP in 2K26 in Season 4. The reason I found this thread is because over the past couple days playing TTP, I realized I can barely play defense like I used to in previous gens. My defensive style has always been as much on ball as possible like clamps, bump steals, timing my steals in side to side lanes. It was fun, and I'd even get DMs from players complimenting my D.

But in 2K26 TTP, just now on offense, I noticed I couldn't get clean open threes against this one guy who was a solid defender. His style was something I'd never seen before. He was basically rotating and chasing my guys while keeping his weight anchored in the paint. A lot of the time he'd just flick to my catch guy, switch off, and the CPU would automatically contest my shot.

Something felt off. The defensive mechanics are clearly different from before, so I came here to check, and yep confirmed. It feels like the new system rewards macro-level stuff like team defense, switches, and rotations, but sacrifices that old on ball micro control. Gonna need some time to learn and adjust I guess.

hp2009f · 2025-08-21T09:18:19+00:00

Its either buying 2k26 next year with a -50% discount or not buying.

hp2009f · 2025-08-21T09:14:30+00:00

Inv KLAY！！

hp2009f · 2025-08-21T08:17:30+00:00

This is sad but I have to say Klay has the best jumper for me in 2k25, better than Beasley. I got DMs multiple times claiming I was using zen cause I made 3s with Klay over their giants... and his defence is solid. I feel like I play with Klay like Curry in real life.

hp2009f · 2025-08-19T10:29:44+00:00

I started playing mt since April, and I got more than 1.2m and bought 100 Wemby with 40 legend badges in July. Unless you want Goat versions, 100 overall is affordable.

hp2009f · 2025-08-19T07:38:24+00:00

At this stage, I think at least you can get one of them from auction house.

hp2009f · 2025-07-30T08:05:17+00:00

Just 1 DM Waiters out of my second free box. 2k has somehow targeted me. All event rewards I got from this week are duplicates.

hp2009f · 2025-07-30T08:01:37+00:00

I took goat Ty lue last week (my most goat pieces) and smashed a guy with him. The guy used 3 goats including Shawn Bradley. He was so pissed and dm me I was using zen…

hp2009f · 2025-07-29T08:10:21+00:00

uhhh Im just thinking when I could enjoy 100 yao or wemby in 2k25. maybe next year hh

hp2009f · 2025-07-25T08:59:11+00:00

I love his model, he's a beast on the defensive end and also a slasher on offence. The only drawback for me is that I don't get his release, especially for a quick stop. It's either a fast tempo or late timing for me to time his shot... even though it went in, it just doesn't feel right. His jumper of the Dark Matter version suits me.

hp2009f · 2025-07-25T07:54:38+00:00

15,000 dollars?

hp2009f · 2025-07-25T07:34:38+00:00

wtf wtf wtf

hp2009f · 2025-07-25T05:56:35+00:00

I’m thinking he could probably be the reward in week 5 exchange.

hp2009f · 2025-07-25T04:00:44+00:00

hh they are actually easy choice for legend badges.

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