Kevin Durant Shares His First Impressions of NBA 2K26 KD breaks down shooting changes, smoother gameplay, and the addition of the WNBA

NBA superstar Kevin Durant has weighed in on NBA 2K26, sharing his early impressions in a new video posted by his media outlet, Boardroom. Joined by teammate Amen Thompson, KD played the game on PlayStation 5 and talked through what stands out in this year’s release.

While the conversation didn’t dive deep into MyTeam or MyPlayer, Durant focused heavily on how the core gameplay feels — something only a real hooper can break down.

🎮 Kevin Durant’s Thoughts on Gameplay

Durant kept his review straightforward, zeroing in on the feel of the controls and shooting mechanics:

Shooting feels easier this year, especially with the improved tempo-shot system.
Movements are smoother and more natural, making gameplay flow better overall.
The improvements are most noticeable for players familiar with previous 2K titles.

Instead of analyzing modes or progression systems, KD talked like someone who knows the real sport, highlighting how well 2K26 captures the on-court experience.

🏀 KD on the WNBA’s Addition to NBA 2K26

Durant also shared his thoughts on the expanded WNBA presence in this year’s game:

He thinks it’s the right move to include WNBA teams across all major game modes.
KD appreciates seeing the league integrated fully instead of being siloed off.
Amen Thompson added that he loves being able to mix NBA and WNBA stars, like pairing LeBron James with Candace Parker.

From a gameplay perspective, more teams and more athletes simply mean more ways to play — and KD is all for it.

🌟 Why WNBA Integration Matters

Bringing the WNBA into a massive title like NBA 2K26 gives players more depth and variety, and it also brings more visibility to women’s basketball. In past years, the WNBA often had separate game releases, but modern gaming has shifted toward long-term live-service titles. Adding the WNBA to NBA 2K26 means more players will actually use these teams and athletes.

Durant even joked about logging 80+ more games with Amen, hinting we might see more content from the duo in the future.

🏆 Final Thoughts

Kevin Durant’s early review of NBA 2K26 is simple but meaningful — smoother gameplay, easier shooting, and full WNBA integration all hit the mark. While he didn’t break down every mode, his perspective as one of basketball’s greatest players gives fans a unique look at how authentic 2K26 feels this year.