Dribbling allows you to keep control of the ball while denying your opponents the chance to launch the counter-offensive in NBA 2K24. It is one of the most important and basic mechanics of the game that you should learn right out of the gate. A perfect control over dribble in NBA 2K24 will not only strengthen your control over the court but also allow you to decimate your opposition.
Dribbling in NBA 2K24 is not that easy and it involves a lot of accurate right stick flicking. In this guide, we will cover all the basic dribble moves in the game and how you can perform them with ease.
We will be dividing Dribble techniques into three main categories for NBA 2K24. Basics, advanced, and pro. Every category will explore the control requirements for every move.
Basic dribble moves in NBA 2K24
To perform the “across the legs” dribble move, flick the right stick diagonally downward from either the top left (if the ball is in the left hand) or the top right (with the ball in the right hand) corner.
“Crossover to the other hand” is the most basic dribble move in the game. Simply flick the right analog stick from left to right (if the ball is in left hand) or right to left (if the ball is in right hand). This will pass the ball to the opposite hand.
To perform an “across your back” dribble move, flick your analog stick from left to right and then downwards (if the ball is in your left hand) or from right to left and then down (if the ball is in your right hand).
To confuse the defender, simply flick the right analog stick toward the hand you are holding the ball. Depending on the animation, you will either pass the defender or take aim for a shot on the net.
Advanced dribble moves in NBA 2K24
“Take a step back” is the best and one of the deadliest dribble moves in all of NBA 2K24. Simply press R2 or RT (depending on your controller) to get a speed boost. Press down on the analog stick to step back and allow your player to perform a jump shot.
Once you are covered by the defender, simply press up on the analog stick. This will put you in the “size-up” animation. At this point, you can simply use crossover or across the legs to leave the defender in the dust.
To perform the “rotate your player” move, you need to move the analog stick from right to left (if the ball is in your right hand) by going in a semi-circle. From left to right if you are holding the ball in your left hand. This dribble move in NBA 2K24 will spin your player to create a massive diversion in the court.
Professional dribble moves in NBA 2K24
Once you have a full adrenaline meter, use it to gain extra speed by using either R2 or RT buttons. However, you get a limited boost as adrenaline meters are limited in the game.
NBA 2K24 offers a character creator that allows you to use dribble moves related to specific NBA players like Kobe. However, these dribble moves need specific badges to be equipped and performed in NBA 2K24.
To perform the “In and out” dribble move in NBA 2K24, flick the analog stick up and right (with the ball in right hand) or up and left (with the ball in left hand).
One of the best ways to destroy your opponent’s defenses in NBA 2K24 is to use multiple dribble moves in combination. Across the legs within and out combination followed by an adrenaline rush will allow you to enter the opponent’s court in no time.
Dribble moves in NBA 2K24 are all about timing and learning your defender’s moves. It is all about technique and how you combine those moves to your advantage. Extensively use the left analog stick (movement stick) in combination with the right to not only confuse your opponents but also give yourself room to launch your player into the offensive to continue into an effective shot.
Before you take these newly learned skills out on the court, make sure to practice and master them in the game’s tutorial mode. For dribbling specifically, we recommend using the Chris Bickley gym.
This gym does away with Stamina requirements as well as Adrenaline bars, giving you complete freedom.
NBA 2K24 best dribbling animations
Animations make up a major part of the dribbling experience. Each dribbling animation comes with its own requirement and is applied to a singular dribbling move
| Name | Cost | Requirement | Move type |
| Kevin Durant | 250 VC | Speed with ball: 75+ | Dribble Style |
| James Harden | Speed with ball: 75+Height: under 6’10’’ | ||
| Lebron James | Speed with ball: 75+Height: under 6’10’’ | ||
| Gabby Williams | Speed with ball: 40+Height: under 6’10’’ | ||
| Chelsea Gray | Speed with ball: 40+Height: under 6’10’’ | ||
| Kevin Durant | 250 VC | Ball handling: 75+ | Size-Ups |
| Luka Doncic | Ball handling: 70+ | ||
| Penny Hardaway | Ball handling: 85+Height: under 6’10’’ | ||
| James Harden | Ball handling: 85+Height: Under 6’10’’ | ||
| Tracy McGrady | Ball handling: 85+Height: Under 6’10’’ | ||
| Luka Doncic | 250 VC | Ball handling: 70+ | Breakdown (Regular) |
| LaMelo Ball | Ball handling: 85+Height: under 6’10’’ | ||
| Lonzo Ball | Ball handling: 85+Height: under 6’10’’ | ||
| Jrue Holiday | Ball handling: 75+Height: under 6’10’’ | ||
| Zach LaVine | Ball handling: 75+Height: under 6’10’’ | ||
| Damian Lilliard | 250 VC | Ball handling: 90+Height: under 6’5’’ | Breakdown (Aggressive) |
| Kawhi Leonard | Ball handling: 65+ | ||
| Jayson Tatum | Ball handling: 70+Height: under 6’10’’ | ||
| Kembal Walker | Ball handling: 86+Height: under 6’5’’ | ||
| Russel Westbrook | Ball handling: 70+Height: under 6’10’’ | ||
| Kobe Bryant | 250 VC | Ball handling: 88+ | Escape moves |
| Joel Embiid | Ball handling: 55+ | ||
| James Harden | Ball handling: 80+ | ||
| Kyrie Irving | Ball handling: 90+Height: under 6’5’’ | ||
| Kemba Walker | Ball handling: 86+Height: under 6’10’’ | ||
| Stephen Curry | 250 VC | Ball handling: 92+Height: under 6’5’’ | Combo |
| De’Aaron Fox | Ball handling: 80+Height: under 6’10’’ | ||
| Ja Morant | Ball handling: 84+Height: under 6’10’’ | ||
| Kobe Bryant | Ball handling: 88+ | ||
| Trae Young | Ball handling: 92+Height: under 6’10’’ | ||
| J. Cole | 250 VC | Ball handling: 70+Height: under 6’10’’ | Crossovers |
| Mike Conley | Ball handling: 79+Height: under 6’10’’ | ||
| Allen Iverson | Ball handling: 80+Height: under 6’10’’ | ||
| Michael Jordan | Ball handling: 75+ | ||
| James Moon | Ball handling: 75+Height: under 6’10’’ | ||
| Kyrie Irving | 250 VC | Ball handling: 90+Height: under 6’5’’ | Behind the backs |
| Jayson Tatum | Ball handling: 75+ | ||
| Andrew Wiggins | Ball handling: 75+ | ||
| Jamal Murray | Ball handling: 83+Height: under 6’10’’ | ||
| Trae Young | Ball handling: 92+Height: under 6’10’’ | ||
| Penny Hardaway | 250 VC | Ball handling: 75+ | Spins |
| LeBron James | Ball handling: 80+ | ||
| DeMar DeRozan | Ball handling: 75+Height: under 6’10’’ | ||
| Andrew Wiggins | Ball handling: 70+ | ||
| Nikola Jokic | Ball handling: 55+ | ||
| Larry Bird | 250 VC | Ball handling: 70+ | Hesitations |
| Anthony Edwards | Ball handling: 76+ | ||
| Ja Morant | Ball handling: 75+Height: under 6’10’’ | ||
| Chris Paul | Ball handling: 85+ | ||
| Jayson Tatum | Ball handling: 75+ | ||
| Giannis Antetokounmpo | 250 VC | Ball handling: 70+ | Stepbacks |
| Joel Embiid | Ball handling: 50+ | ||
| Kemba Walker | Ball handling: 86+ | ||
| John Wall | Ball handling: 80+Height: under 6’10’’ | ||
| Stephen Curry | Ball handling: 92+Height: under 6’10’’ | ||
| Kobe Bryant | 250 VC | None | Triple Threat Styles |
| Stephen Curry | |||
| Luka Doncic | |||
| Joel Embiid | |||
| LeBron James | |||
| wizard | 500 | None | Park Flashy Passes (for park games only) |
| swagger | |||
| No look | |||
| Tap Pass | |||
| Behind Back | 250 |
NBA 2K24 best dribbling badges
To maximize the potential of dribbling in NBA 2K24, you can make use of the following badges:
Passing Badges
- Handles for Days
- Hyperdrive
- Killer Combos
- Physical Handles
- Speed Booster
