NBA 2K26: Why Every MyPLAYER Build Needs a Solid Three-Point Rating Even if your build focuses on slashing or defense, having a reliable three-point shot in NBA 2K26 can make all the difference

The MyPLAYER Builder is always one of the most talked-about features in NBA 2K. In NBA 2K26, it’s no different. Whether you’re chasing rings in MyCAREER or running Park games in The City, every build costs VC to upgrade—and reaching an 85 OVR can set you back around $50 worth of VC (or a lot of grind time).

That makes every attribute decision important. While you can build your hooper however you like, there’s one stat you should always consider: your three-point rating.

🏀 Low Entry Barrier

The good news is you don’t need an elite three-point rating to be effective. Even a rating in the low 70s is enough to unlock helpful badges:

Deadeye (Bronze) → requires 73 Three-Point Rating.
Set Specialist (Bronze) → requires 65 Three-Point Rating.

These badges make catch-and-shoot or standstill threes far more consistent.

💡 Tip: Since all City games are on Hall of Fame difficulty, test your jumper in the MyPLAYER Builder with your intended rating before committing. If 65 feels too low, bump it to 73.

🔥 Adds Another Threat to Your Arsenal

Maybe your build is dominant inside—driving to the basket, posting up, and finishing through contact. That’s great, but without a jumper, defenders know you only score one way.

With even a serviceable three-point shot, you can:

Space the floor for teammates.
Knock down open corner threes.
Force defenders to respect you beyond the arc.

It doesn’t take away from your inside dominance—it just makes you more dangerous.

📈 Three > Two

It’s simple math: three points beat two points. In Park and Rec games, one well-timed three can flip momentum.

Even if you only shoot once per game, hitting that wide-open look when your opponent thinks you can’t shoot can completely change the outcome. While dominant paint scorers can still overwhelm, having a reliable three-pointer gives your team another way to stay competitive.

✅ Final Take

You don’t need to be a lights-out shooter to succeed in NBA 2K26, but ignoring the three-point rating altogether is a mistake. Just investing enough to unlock bronze-level badges makes your build more versatile, more respected, and ultimately more valuable to your squad.

So when you’re cooking up your build this year, don’t forget the three-ball—it could be the difference between a win and a frustrating loss in The City.