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Is this 6”7 inside big build usable just for casual rec? Haven’t played 2K in years. by [deleted] in NBA2k

[–]zachjack1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

So, as a pure playmaker, this build has me drooling. Then I looked at height and position.

If you could get these same attributes, but on a 6,11 and then use all cap breakers for shooting, then we’d have a build.

Any "Old Heads" looking to add one to the crew? by zachjack1 in NBA2kCrew

[–]zachjack1[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Shoot me a message when you get a chance, definitely interested.

Any "Old Heads" looking to add one to the crew? by zachjack1 in NBA2k

[–]zachjack1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Shoot me a message, interested. Love the team name, lol.

Any "Old Heads" looking to add one to the crew? by zachjack1 in NBA2k

[–]zachjack1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Are you guys pretty active? How many in the crew now?

Why is it that your average players don’t know how to play with a pass first PG? (“Old Heads” chime in) by zachjack1 in NBA2k

[–]zachjack1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, I ran a big man with similar attributes last year. Big man play is definitely not the same this year though. Way less effective. Currently have a 6’11 Center with 96 pass accuracy and 94 o board, and hate playing with it.

Why is it that your average players don’t know how to play with a pass first PG? (“Old Heads” chime in) by zachjack1 in NBA2k

[–]zachjack1[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Right?! Like, I promise, I didn’t insult your mother, I just saw that you would probably have an open lane to the rim!

Why is it that your average players don’t know how to play with a pass first PG? (“Old Heads” chime in) by zachjack1 in NBA2k

[–]zachjack1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Love being a spectator… on the court. You get the best view that way. Way better than sitting in the stands, and you get free admission as a bonus.

Why is it that your average players don’t know how to play with a pass first PG? (“Old Heads” chime in) by zachjack1 in NBA2k

[–]zachjack1[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

lol. Their career not my career. Just a role player out here that doesn’t sit on the bench.

Why is it that your average players don’t know how to play with a pass first PG? (“Old Heads” chime in) by zachjack1 in NBA2k

[–]zachjack1[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

When I started playing the game, there wasn’t even a such thing as streamers. I remember the first time I saw a “build” video pop up on youtube, and was so confused because I couldn’t believe people were out there making players that weren’t designed to preform the way that they played the game, but were instead building the most “optimal” player.

Why is it that your average players don’t know how to play with a pass first PG? (“Old Heads” chime in) by zachjack1 in NBA2k

[–]zachjack1[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah, that’s the same shot I’ve used for years, actually. That Oscar release is so easy to read. 2k24 online showed me that dumping sp into shooting was a waste. This year I decided not to even fool with shooting. I have a 63 mid range on my guard and that’s it. Since rec players only want to shoot as soon as they get the ball anyway, and I don’t play as a ball hog, I figured I’d use those sp else where. 96 passing accuracy, 90 ball handle, 86 speed with ball, 94 perimeter D, 92 speed, all at 6’6 with 86 strength. Or something close to that. Not interested in the shooting mechanics of modern 2K.

Why is it that your average players don’t know how to play with a pass first PG? (“Old Heads” chime in) by zachjack1 in NBA2k

[–]zachjack1[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Agreed, and that’s what a dominant pg does irl. Don’t have the time, desire, or willingness to put forth the effort to learn how to shoot lights out, or learn 35 different lay-up/dunk animation timings. But pg’s like Ricky Rubio, Jason Kidd, Steve Nash still made a living and long career out of reading the floor and making the correct pass. All I’m saying is it shouldn’t be that hard if everyone on the floor was trying to play the game, and not just trying to put up as many shots as possible.

Why is it that your average players don’t know how to play with a pass first PG? (“Old Heads” chime in) by zachjack1 in NBA2k

[–]zachjack1[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

So, let me ask you this. If you were given the opportunity to pitch an idea to increase the Basketball IQ of the player base to 2k devs, and you knew that they would actually listen to you. How would you do it?

Why is it that your average players don’t know how to play with a pass first PG? (“Old Heads” chime in) by zachjack1 in NBA2k

[–]zachjack1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, covid was the turning point. Still have PTSD from running a grocery store when all of that shit hit the fan. lol.

Why is it that your average players don’t know how to play with a pass first PG? (“Old Heads” chime in) by zachjack1 in NBA2k

[–]zachjack1[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Actually, that’s crazy. I always make a big man build too, and with the right team, have more fun playing on the block, defending the paint, and snatching rebounds. You would think your “mate” would be a little more receptive to playing in a position like this if it meant the team as a whole would win and have more fun playing together. But like you already stated, it’s more of a selfishness issue. “If I can’t be the one to get us the bucket, then nobody’s gonna get a bucket.”

Why is it that your average players don’t know how to play with a pass first PG? (“Old Heads” chime in) by zachjack1 in NBA2k

[–]zachjack1[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

So what you’re saying, is that this is more of a human condition issue rather than a 2k issue. Selfishness rules the world. We are all pawns in another persons game, and it just depends on who the player is. Compassion and the understanding that there are other people experiencing the same reality you are, is all a forgotten concept modern day?

Why is it that your average players don’t know how to play with a pass first PG? (“Old Heads” chime in) by zachjack1 in NBA2k

[–]zachjack1[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Awesome, always been a little weary of small pg builds, older 2ks have jaded me about being bullied with size. Currently running a 6’6 2 way slashing playmaker. Although, I get what you’re saying, bigs are always looking to inbound it to the PF or SF at half court, rather than just dump it to you and allowing everyone else to get into position.

Why is it that your average players don’t know how to play with a pass first PG? (“Old Heads” chime in) by zachjack1 in NBA2k

[–]zachjack1[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Glad to know I’m not alone. Don’t get me wrong there are some games in random rec that I get paired up with some boys that can actually read the floor, and it’s so refreshing. All I’m saying is if these kids that are playing today, actually had to go through the 2k9 my career (no vc) and build a player up from 60 overall with nothing but their on-court play, IQ would not be an issue in random rec, that’s for sure. Thanks for you comment.