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How to Select the Best Jumpshots in NBA 2K25

Find out how to get the best jumpshots in NBA 2K25!

Jumpshots are crucial for getting the best shots possible in NBA 2K25, regardless of your role in the team. But this technique often depends on the height of the players and their three-point rating. Here, I’ll provide you with tips on how to get the best jumpshots, including the best cues for all heights.

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NBA 2K25: How to Get the Best Jumpshots

Step 1: Utilize Jumpshot Creator

NBA 2K25 features a very useful Jumpshot Creator, which allows you to select a base, adjust the release speed, and set visual cues for best jumpshots. Here’s how to access the Jumpshot Creator:

  1. Go to the main menu screen.
  2. Select the “MyCAREER” mode.
  3. Go to the “Animation” tab.
  4. Select the “Jumpshot Creator” option.
  5. Create and customize your jumpshot.
  6. Save your custom jumpshot.

If you’re not sure which settings to use for your custom jumpshots, then check out a number of tables that I listed below for the best jumpshot settings depending on the height and three-point rating of players.

Step 2: Turn Off the Shot Meter

If you want to get the best jumpshots, then it’s important to turn off the shot meter, which will increase the window for your perfect shots. You can read more about this function in detail in our guide on how to turn off the shot meter in NBA 2K25. Also, if you’re confident in your timing, then I highly recommend setting your Shot Timing Profile to “High Risk-Reward.” This simple setting will instantly boost your jumpshot accuracy.

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NBA 2K25: How to Select the Best Jumpshot Settings

There are three height categories in NBA 2K25, including players under 6’4″, around 6’5″-6’9″, and over 6’10”. Each category requires different jumpshot settings, which you can apply in the Jumpshot Creator. Here are the best possible settings for each one.

Best Jumpshot Settings for Players Under 6’4″

SettingsUnder 6’5″ (6’1″) / 3PT Shot 90+Under 6’5″ (6’2″) / 3PT Shot 88+(92)Under 6’5″ (6’3″) / 3PT Shot 91+(94)Under 6’5″ (6’4″) / 3PT Shot 76+(89)6’5″(6’3″) / 3PT Shot 88+(96)Under 6’5″(6’4″) / 3PT Shot 88+(93)
Lower/BaseKyrie Irving /
Stephen Curry
Goran DragleStephen CurryBronny James Jr.Cameron ThomasAllen Iverson
Upper Release 1Oscar Robertson / Collin SextonOscar RobertsonOscar RobertsonStephen CurryOscar RobertsonStephen Curry
Upper Release 2Anfernee Simons / Oscar RobertsonDarius GarlandDefault SmallOscar RobertsonOscar RobertsonOscar Robertson
Visual CueJump + Set Point + PushJump + Set Point + PushJump + Set Point + PushJump + Set Point + Push + ReleaseJump + Set Point + PushJump + Set Point + Push
Release SpeedVery QuickNormalVery QuickVery QuickVery QuickVery Quick
Animation Blending80% / 30%; 20% / 70%50% / 50%100% / 0%30% / 70%60% / 40%35% / 65% 
Shot AttributesRelease Height A, Defensive Immunity A, Release Speed A+, Timing Stability B+Release Height B-, Defensive Immunity A-, Release Speed A+, Timing Stability ARelease Height B, Defensive Immunity A-, Release Speed A+, Timing Stability ARelease Height A+, Defensive Immunity A, Release Speed A+, Timing Stability FRelease Height A+, Defensive Immunity A-, Release Speed A+, Timing Stability CRelease Height A+, Defensive Immunity A, Release Speed A+, Timing Stability C+

Best Jumpshot Settings for Players Around 6’5″ – 6’9″

Settings6’5″-6’10 + 3PT Shot 83+6’5″-6’10 + 3PT Shot 82+6’5″-6’10” (6’9″) + 3PT Shot 80+(76)6’5″-6’10” (6’6″) + 3PT Shot 89+(87)6’5″-6’10” (6’7″) + 3PT Shot 80+(84)6’5″-6’10” (6’6″) + 3PT Shot 84+(89)6’5″-6’10” (6’6″) + 3PT Shot 84+(93)
Lower/BaseJarrett CulverJarrett CulverJT ThorKevin DurantRay AllenTaurean PrinceJaylon Tyson
Upper Release 1Oscar RobertsonFranz WagnerDenl AvdijaLuka DonclcDefault SwingOscar RobertsonSaddlq Bey
Upper Release 2Troy Brown Jr.Oscar RobertsonMichael JordanKevin DurantDefault SwingSaddlq BeyOscar Robertson
Visual CueJump + Set Point + PushJump + Set Point + PushJump + Set Point + PushJump + Set Point + PushJump + Set Point + PushJump + Set Point + PushJump + Set Point + Push
Release SpeedVery QuickVery QuickVery QuickVery QuickQuickVery QuickVery Quick
Animation Blending70% / 30% 70% / 30% 80% / 20%70% / 30% 50% / 50%60% / 40%30% / 70%
Shot AttributesRelease Height A+, Defensive Immunity A-, Release Speed A, Timing Stability D+Release Height A+, Defensive Immunity B-, Release Speed A+, Timing Stability D+Release Height B-, Defensive Immunity C+, Release Speed A, Timing Stability C+Release Height C+, Defensive Immunity A, Release Speed A+, Timing Stability ARelease Height A, Defensive Immunity D-, Release Speed A+, Timing Stability ARelease Height B+, Defensive Immunity B+, Release Speed A+, Timing Stability C+Release Height A+, Defensive Immunity B+, Release Speed A, Timing Stability C

Best Jumpshot Settings for Players Over 6’10”

SettingsOver 6’10 + 3PT Shot 66+Over 6’10(6’10) + 3PT Shot 84+(88)Over 6’5″(7’1″)+ 3PT Shot 90+(86)Over 6’10″(6’10”)+ 3PT Shot 82+(86)
Lower/BaseYves MissiChris BoshMichael Porter Jr.Jonathan Isaac
Upper Release 1Dirk NowitzkiDeNarcus GousinsKevin DurantLaMarcus Aldridge
Upper Release 2Kevin LoveJohn CollionsMichael Porter Jr.Jaren Jackson Jr.
Visual Cue2 ticks before PushJump + Set Point + PushJump + Set Point + PushJump + Set Point
Release SpeedVery QuickVery QuickVery QuickVery Quick
Animation Blending60% / 40%50% / 50%10% / 90%60% / 40%
Shot AttributesRelease Height D+, Defensive Immunity B+, Release Speed A, Timing Stability FRelease Height A+, Defensive Immunity B, Release Speed A+, Timing Stability B-Release Height A-, Defensive Immunity A+, Release Speed A+, Timing Stability B+Release Height A+, Defensive Immunity B, Release Speed A+, Timing Stability D+

That’s all you need to know on how to select the best jumpshots in NBA 2K25. Stay tuned for more NBA 2K25 tips and tricks articles right here.


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Serhii is the Writer at GameSkinny. He's been writing for GameSkinny since 2015. Before that, he's been writing for various outlets and playing video games, which eventually turned into a passion. The video games that have contributed the most to his enthusiasm for writing about this industry are Magic: The Gathering, Dark Souls, and The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim.