Four San Antonio Spurs see ratings updated for NBA 2K24

A number of San Antonio players saw their ratings changed in the latest granular assessment of play in the league.

Now that the NBA’s trade deadline and 2024 All-Star Week are behind fans of the San Antonio Spurs, they can turn their attention to the news that really matters for the rest of the season (at least, to the gamers, anyway) — the arrival of a new set of NBA 2K24 overall player ratings for the Spurs.

A number of San Antonio players saw their ratings changed in the latest granular assessment of play in the league for the popular basketball simulation game, and most of them were positive. A total of four such players were updated, with three of the four seeing rises.

Let’s take a look at which players, and how they were assessed in this update.

Several Chicago Bulls get updated overall player ratings for NBA 2K24

And despite how this season has been going might make you think, they are mostly for the better!

The NBA has put the All-Star Game and All-Star Week festivities behind them as the Chicago Bulls and the rest of the league gears up for the stretch run. But there is at least one other annual update to consider for fans of the video game version of the Association.

The folks who keep the NBA 2K franchise running smoothly and up-to-date on the state of the play (and players) of the league have updated overall player ratings around the Association. Those updates include a number of players on the Chicago Bulls roster (and most of them are for good), reflecting internal development on the team.

So, with that in mind, let’s take a look at which Bulls saw their player ratings change with the new update.

Celtics see several players change in new NBA 2K ratings update

A number of Boston Celtics players have seen their overall player ratings change.

With the NBA’s All-Star Game for 2024 now in the rearview mirror, we can also take a look at some other timely news that may have been a bit obscured by the All-Star Week festivities taking place in Indianapolis, Indiana. The folks behind the popular NBA basketball simulation video game, NBA 2K, have updated this year’s overall player ratings for NBA 2K24!

And with that update, a number of Boston Celtics players have also seen their overall player ratings change, mostly for the good (and a few for the worse). The news is, as we alluded, mostly positive for the Celtics seeing changes to their ratings.

So all that said, let’s take a look at which Celtics’ ratings have changed — and to what.

Celtics Lab 224: Assessing Boston’s start to ’23-24 season, NBA 2k official season sim with Ronnie 2k, Yossi Gozlan

What did we take from the first game of Boston’s season? What can the NBA 2k simulation underscore about what we saw on Wednesday night at Madison Square Garden vs. the Knicks?

The Boston Celtics just beat the New York Knicks to kick off their 2023-24 campaign for an auspicious start of their pursuit of an NBA-record 18th title, and if their campaign ends anything like the official season simulation by the folks over at NBA 2k, Celtics fans will finally get back on top to pass their rival Los Angeles Lakers as the team with the most championships won.

What did we take from the first game of Boston’s season? What can the NBA 2k simulation underscore about what we saw on Wednesday night at Madison Square Garden vs. the Knicks? The folks at the CLNS Media “Celtics Lab” podcast put together a rapid reaction to the real-life road win to start the 2023-24 season with HoopsHype’s Yossi Gozlan, then interviewed NBA 2k brand ambassador Ronnie 2k about how Boston won it all in the digital version of the season.

This episode is as packed full of stuff as one might expect, so buckle up as we dive head first into the quest for Banner 18.

The Celtics Lab podcast is sponsored by FanDuel.

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NBA 2K24 is now one of the worst-rated games on Steam

NBA 2K24 is already one of the worst-rated games on Steam, thanks to player dissatisfaction over the sports game’s microtransactions

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NBA 2K24 is out now, and it’s already one of the worst-rated games on Steam thanks to player dissatisfaction over the sports game’s microtransactions and  PC version. After four days and nearly 3,000 reviews, NBA 2K24 on Steam has an “Overwhelmingly Negative” tag and a score ranking that puts it just behind Overwatch 2 as the second worst-rated Steam game ever.

NBA 2K24’s microtransactions are more present than ever, thanks to a market redesign that let you purchase nearly any MyTeam card you want. A common thread of complaints is that the new system makes NBA 2K24 “pay-to-win” in its online multiplayer game modes, since players can purchase as many high-level cards as they want, so long as they can afford it.

Another recurring theme is anger over NBA 2K24’s presentation on PC. The PS5 and Xbox Series X|S versions take advantage of new technology that 2K and Visual Concepts said would improve animations. The PC version does not, though 2K never said why. Several Steam users reported recurring bugs and errors, including some that they say carried over from NBA 2K23, which led to accusations that 2K and Visual Concepts “copied and pasted” content between the two games.

Confusion over NBA 2K24’s crossplay also pops up frequently in Steam reviews. It supports crossplay on current-gen platforms – but not in all of them, and some players assumed every mode featured crossplay.

2K and Visual Concepts haven’t said whether they plan on introducing next-gen upgrades in a future update.

Written by Josh Broadwell on behalf of GLHF

What are the player ratings for the Boston Celtics in NBA 2K24?

Can you guess the player ratings for the core members of the Boston Celtics in NBA 2K24?

The Boston Celtics are poised to be one of the best teams in basketball heading into next year both on the court and in the digital realm. According to the latest player ratings for the hit video game NBA 2K24, the Celts are loaded with talent with the 2023-24 regular season campaign just weeks away. Each iteration of the game unleashes a flurry of commentary, specifically around player ratings. NBA 2K’s marketing guru Ronnie 2K recently spoke with USA Today SMG about the process behind setting these numbers, as well as what he thinks of the new-look Celtics.

The ratings do change throughout the season, but for now, Ronnie 2K believes Boston has one of the most potent cores in the league. That’s reflected in the large number of highly-rated players on the Celtics roster, which were released ahead of the game’s launch on September 8.

Boston’s superstar forward Jayson Tatum is one of the highest-rated players in the game. But what about his teammates? What are the player ratings for the Boston Celtics in NBA 2K24?

NBA 2K will celebrate 50th anniversary of hip hop with loaded 2K24 soundtrack

NBA 2K24 will celebrate the 50th anniversary of hip hop with a star-studded soundtrack.

The hit video game NBA 2K has become more than just a digital platform for basketball fans in recent years. The makers of the game have incorporated fashion, sneakers and music into the action, making each iteration of NBA 2K a snapshot of culture around the world. NBA 2K24 will continue that mission, this time celebrating the 50th anniversary of hip hop with a loaded soundtrack spanning the genre’s history.

In the past, 2K has partnered with artists such as Jay-Z, J. Cole and more in developing what 2K Sports calls the “gold standard for soundtracks” in video games. In 2K24, there will be tracks from Lil Uzi Vert, Ice Spice, Kodak Black, and many of today’s biggest hip hop artists as well as songs that have become genre standards like cherished favorites like “This DJ” by Warren G and “Hustlin” by Rick Ross.

As the season goes on, new songs will be added throughout the year. And yes, Lil Wayne’s 2009 song “Kobe Bryant” is included in the NBA 2K24 soundtrack, a fitting nod to this year’s cover athlete.

Complete Houston Rockets player ratings list for NBA 2K24 video game

Among #Rockets players, Fred VanVleet, Jalen Green, and Alperen Sengun are leading the way in NBA 2K24’s initial player rankings for the 2023-24 season.

The looming release of the NBA 2K24 video game (Friday, Sept. 8) also involves learning NBA 2K’s ratings for all players across the league. To determine virtual skills, players are rated 1-to-100 across many categories, including a frequently disputed overall rating.

Courtesy of HoopsHype, we also have an idea how each player stacks up compared to his NBA peers. For example, the highest-rated players on the 2023-24 Rockets roster — veteran guard Fred VanVleet, third-year guard Jalen Green and third-year center Alperen Sengun — all have an overall rating of 83, per 2Kratings.com.

Based on HoopsHype’s data from last season, that would be tied for 57th overall while matching players such as Draymond Green, Klay Thompson, Jordan Poole, Mikal Bridges, Jonas Valanciunas, Jalen Brunson, John Collins, Desmond Bane and Nikola Vucevic.

Houston’s fourth-highest-rated player is Kevin Porter Jr., who has an 81 rating. That would be tied for 85th based on HoopsHype’s player data from the 2022-23 game cycle.

From best to worst, scroll on for the initial list of overall ratings involving  players on the 2023-24 Rockets. Additional ratings in other categories, such as 3-point shooting and dunking, are available at 2Kratings.com. Depending on results this season, these roster ratings could be adjusted in future NBA 2K digital updates.

NBA 2K24’s city is the perfect ‘fantasy vacation escape’

NBA 2K24’s city is better than ever, 2K’s VP of NBA development Erick Boenisch tells GLHF, with new factions and a new approach to rewards

NBA 2K24’s city is better than ever, 2K’s VP of NBA development Erick Boenisch tells GLHF, with two new factions and a refined approach to rewards. Rep is back as well, with some improvements that give you more to think about when planning your character.

Boenisch says the team wanted to make a ‘fantasy vacation escape’ in the sports game, so they drew inspiration from Miami for NBA 2K24’s city and brought it to life with close attention to detail. Beaches and byways are full of people, lifeguards patrol the sands, and you’ll even find people playing casual ball on the sandy beach courts.

NBA 2K24’s factions are Rise and Elite, two rival teams with fantastically themed arenas  Rise plays on an Atlantis-themed court, with extravagant statues and water motifs, and Elite sets up in a nightlife-inspired futuristic arena, with brilliant neon lights and, Boenisch says, “all the good vibes at night.” 

You start as an unaffiliated player, so you’ve got time to check out which faction appeals to you the most before making your choice. The factions face off once per season, and the winning team gets little memorials scattered throughout the city that highlight top performers during the finals.

Boenisch says the rep system is more streamlined in NBA 2K24. You start as a rank 1 rookie and work your way to the top 10, but rep carries over every year now and no longer resets like it used to. Affiliating yourself with a faction earns you special rewards as you level up your rep, and what you get depends on which faction you joined. These rewards help boost certain performance stats, such as ball handling, so you might want to think of the broader picture for your custom player before choosing an alliance. 

Finally, the city introduces a few new modes. One is Streetball Quest, a string of single-player matches against tough opponents with unique objectives, and you get takeover perks if you win. There’s also Starting 5, an online mode where you play against another player in your same position – a point guard, for example, or a power forward

NBA 2K24 launches for Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PS4, PS5, and PC on Sep. 8, 2023. If you’re looking for more about the upcoming game, check out our coverage of its new features, the Mamba Moments mode, how WNBA has changed, and what to expect from MyCareer this time.

Written by Josh Broadwell on behalf of GLHF

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NBA 2K24’s MyCareer mode is all about freedom and flexibility

NBA 2K24’s MyCareer is all about freedom after fans pointed out how choppy and disconnected the sports game’s mode was in previous years

NBA 2K24’s MyCareer is all about freedom, 2K’s VP of NBA development Erick Boenisch tells GLHF. Fans pointed out how choppy and disconnected the sports game’s mode was in previous years, when you were limited to a set number of games before having to run around and do a bunch of stuff you probably weren’t interested in. Boenisch says that this time, you have the flexibility to do pretty much whatever you want.

Quests and other activities still have a role to play and come with worthwhile rewards, but they’re entirely optional now. You can do them if and when you feel like it, or just ignore them completely. You can grind in the arena, run around to level up stats, or just play games the whole time. 

“If you just wanna hoop, you’re gonna hoop all you want to,” Boenisch says.

2K and Visual Concepts also trimmed how long it takes to finish a career. You play as the most promising generational prospect in years who’s determined to unseat the reigning champ, Michael Jordan, and become the best player ever. 

That career unfolds across hundreds of games and several years, but NBA 2K24 adds a simulation system so you don’t have to actually play them all. You still have to play key games and playoff matches, but you can let the system take care of ones you’re not interested in or don’t have time to play.

The simulator analyzes how you played in previous games and uses that data to predict what would have happened if you played the match yourself. If you’ve been on a losing streak, for example, don’t expect the simulated match to play out any differently.

NBA 2K24 launches for Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PS4, PS5, and PC on Sep. 8, 2023. If you’re looking for more about the upcoming game, check out our coverage of its new features, the Mamba Moments mode, and how WNBA has changed this time.

Written by Josh Broadwell on behalf of GLHF

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