NBA 2K26 Controls

NBA 2K26 Playstation Controls

ActionInputs
Jump BallPress Triangle or move RS in any direction to jump for ball.
Call For BallPress X to have teammate pass you the ball.
Quick ScreenTap O
Set ScreenPress and hold O
NEW! Adjust Screen FacingWhile holding O tap LS to adjust the angle at which you are setting the screen.
Call For Alley-oopDouble tap Triangle while cutting toward the hoop.
Finish Alley-oopPress the button shown once the meter reaches the make window when receiving the pass.
Call for ScreenPress L1 to have a teammate set a pick.
Offball JukeMove RS left or right quickly then release.
Offball SpinRotate RS clockwise or counter-clockwise.
Offball Get OpenTap R2 while moving around offball for a quick burst of speed to try and get open from your defender.
Post EngageHold L2 when near a defender.
Post SpinHold L2 to post up. Rotate RS to either shoulder.
Post PushHold L2 to post up. Move LS toward the defender.
Post TransitionHold L2 to post up. Move RS toward the dribbler or the hoop.
Post Fight for PositionHold L2 to post up. Move RS up or down when the defensive player attempts to transition.
Post DisengageRelease L2 or move LS away from the defender.
MoveMove LS in any direction.
Player SwapPress X to control another defender that's close to the ball.
Take ChargePress and hold O
BlockPress Triangle when near the shooter
Vertical ContestHold LS away from the shooter and press Triangle
Swat BlockHold R2 and press Triangle
StealPress Square when near the dribbler or while in the passing lane.
RS StealMove RS left or right to steal with the appropriate hand. Using the hand closer to the ball will yield better results.
Icon SwapPress R1 then press the button of the desired defender to take control of them.
Intense-DPress + Hold L2 to get into low defensive stance.
Crowd DribblerPress and hold L2 + Move LS toward the dribbler
NEW! Change MatchupPress R1 then press and hold the button of the teammate that you want to swap matchups with. (Switch Matchup must be enabled in Controller Settings.)
NEW! Change Matchup (Player Lock)Press R1 then press the button of the teammate that you want to swap matchups with during a possession.
Switch MatchupPress and hold X while guarding an offensive player to tell your AI teammates to switch and allow you to guard that player.
Fast ShufflePress and hold L2 + R2, move LS in any direction.
Shot ContestMove RS up when near a shooter to contest the shot.
Hands UpMove and hold RS up.
Post Pull ChairTap Circle as the offensive player backs you down.
NEW! Acknowledge TeammateDouble Tap O to point towards an assister, scorer, or nearby teammate after a highlight play.
Box Out OpponentHold L2 while near an opponent after the ball has been shot. Use LS to engage and stay in front of your opponent.
ReboundPress Triangle after the ball hits the rim when a shot is missed.
Swim MovePress LS left or right when you are being boxed out to attempt a swim move around the player boxing you out.
BumpHold L2 while impeding the path of the offensive player.
Deny Hands OutMove and hold RS in any direction when near an opponent.
Deny EngageHold L2 when near an opponent while out in the perimeter.
Post Up EngageHold L2 when near an opponent while inside near the basket.
Post PushHold L2 to engage in the post. Move LS toward the offensive player.
Post Pull ChairHold L2 to engage in the post. Move RS in the same direction the offensive player is pushing.
Post TransitionHold L2 to engage in the post. Move RS up, down, left, or right.
Post Fight for PositionHold L2 to engage in the post. Move RS up or down when the offensive player attempts to transition.
Post Steal Entry PassHold L2 to engage in the post. Press Square as the ball is being passed in.
Post DisengageMove LS away from the offensive player.
Dive For Loose BallRepeatedly press Square while chasing down a loose ball.
EmoteMyCAREER ONLY - Pressing down on D-pad during MyCareer games will emote.
Intentional FoulPress and hold Square when near the ball handler.
Double TeamPress and hold L1.
Icon Double TeamPress L1, then press the desired double teamer's button.
Team Intentional FoulPress the Touch Pad to have the entire team attempt to foul the ball handler.
Defensive Pressure AdjustmentsPress L1, then press the button of desired defender. Select a defensive strategy from the menu.
Jump ShotPress and hold Square or move and hold RS straight down then release
Go-To ShotWith LS neutral, move and hold RS straight up then release as the ball is shot.
Rhythm ShootingMove and hold RS straight down then move and hold RS up to match the speed of the jump shot as the shooter releases the ball.
Pull-Up Jump ShotPress LS to start dribbling and gain momentum. Then, while moving, press and hold Square then release.
NEW! Quick ShotHold L2 as you are receiving a pass to get your shot off faster when shooting off the catch.
Free ThrowPress and hold Square or move and hold RS straight down then release
Normal LayupMove and hold RS up when driving
Runner / FloaterMove and hold RS down while driving in close range
Reverse LayupMove and hold the RS right while driving along the right baseline
Euro Step Layup2x tap Square while driving + hold LS towards the off hand or Move RS down left while driving with ball in right hand.
NEW! Slow Step DecelWhile performing a Euro-step layup, press and hold L2 to slow down your gather and try to throw the defense off balance.
Quick Scoop LayupMove and hold RS left or right while driving.
Hop Step LayupR2 + Move RS down left or right while driving or Tap Square while driving.
Two-Hand DunkR2 + Move and hold RS up while driving in close range
Dominant / Off DunkR2 + Move and hold RS left or right in close range. The RS direction determines the dunking hand
Normal DunkR2 + press Square while driving in close range
Skill DunkR2 + Move and hold RS down while driving in close range
Controllable Rim HangWhen performing a dunk with RS, keep R2 held to hang on the rim. Use LS to control swing, and move RS up to pull up on the rim or left/right to lift the legs
Pump FakeTap Square
Hop / Stepback GatherTap Square with LS deflected left or right or R2 + move RS in the direction you want to hop while standing or driving laterally
Spin GatherHold R2 + double tap Square or Rotate RS clockwise then hold while driving with ball in the right hand
Half Spin GatherRotate RS in a quarter-circle from right to up then hold while driving with ball in right hand or Pump fake, then move + hold RS in any direction before the pump fake ends
Step ThroughAt close range, pump fake, then press and hold Square
PutbackPress Square when attempting an offensive rebound
MoveMove LS in any direction
SprintHold R2 + move LS in any direction
Signature Size-upQuickly move RS left and right repeatedly in rhythm or Quickly move RS up repeatedly in rhythm.
NEW! Quick ProtectTap L2 when dribbling to quickly shield off defenders and protect your dribble. This can also be used to crab a defender.
In and OutMove RS up right then quickly release when dribbling with the right hand
HesitationMove the RS right then quickly release when dribbling with right hand
Hesitation EscapeR2 + Move RS right then quickly release when dribbling with right hand
CrossoverMove RS up left then quickly release when dribbling with right hand.
NEW! Driving Signature ComboWhile dribbling up the court, quickly move and release RS up twice.
Breakdown ComboR2 + move RS up then quickly release
Between Legs CrossMove RS left then quickly release when dribbling with right hand
Escape CrossoverR2 + move RS up left or left then quickly release while stand dribbling in right hand
Behind the BackMove RS down left then quickly release when dribbling with right hand
StepbackMove RS down then quickly release
Stepback CrossoverR2 + move RS down then quickly release
SpinRotate the RS clockwise then quickly release when dribbling with right hand
Half SpinRotate RS in a quarter-circle from right to up then quickly release when dribbling with right hand
Hold Off DefendersHolding L2 allows you to use your body to shield off defenders while dribbling. Use it against trailing defenders to prevent them from getting around you, making it easier to finish at the rim.
Triple Threat EmotePress down on the D-pad while in a triple threat stance (MyPlayers Only)
Triple Threat Side JabMove RS down right then quickly release (with left pivot foot established)
Triple Threat Large JabMove RS right then quickly release (with left pivot foot established)
Triple Threat Mid StepoverMove RS up then quickly release (with left pivot foot established)
Triple Threat Full-StepoverMove RS left or up left then quickly release (with left pivot foot established)
Triple Threat Back-to-Basket StepoverMove RS down left then quickly release (with left pivot foot established)
Triple Threat Pump FakeMove RS down then quickly release
Triple Threat Hesitation EscapeR2 + move RS left or right then quickly release
Triple Threat HesitationR2 + move RS up then quickly release
Triple Threat StepbackR2 + move RS down then quickly release
Triple Threat Spin-OutRotate RS clockwise then quickly release (with left pivot foot established)
Triple Threat Cross Spin-OutRotate RS counter-clockwise then quickly release (with left pivot foot established)
Normal PassPress X
Bounce PassPress O
Lob PassPress Triangle
NEW! Wrap PassDouble tap O to pass. Use LS to select receiver
Lead to Basket PassPress and hold Triangle to make the selected receiver cut to the basket. Release Triangle to pass. (Lead to Basket Pass must be enabled in Controller Settings.)
Skip PassHold X to target a receiver further away. Use LS to select receiver.
Get Open PassHold O to call for a teammate to get open. Release O to pass the ball.
Fake PassTriangle + O while standing or driving to the basket
Handoff PassHold O to call for a teammate to come to the ball for a handoff. Use LS to select receiver.
Jump PassSquare + X while standing or driving to the basket
Icon PassPress R1 then press the icon button of the desired receiver
Flashy PassX + O and use LS to select receiver
Alley-oopDouble tap Triangle
Alley-oop to SelfPress Square + Triangle + move LS toward the hoop. To finish the alley-oop, press the button shown once the meter reaches the make window when receiving the pass.
Full Receiver ControlPress and hold O to freely move the selected receiver with LS. Release O to pass.
Touch PassPress X before the initial receiver gets the ball (Use LS to select the second receiver)
Pro Stick PassPress and hold R1 + move RS in the desired pass direction
Give and GoPress and hold X until the receiver catches the ball. Hold X and use LS to move the initial passer. Release X to get the ball back
Rolling InboundPress triangle during baseline inbounds when no defenders are present
NEW! Post Go-To ShotHold L2 to post up. With LS neutral, move and hold RS up.
Enter and Leave PostPress and hold L2 to post up. Release L2 to leave the post and faceup
Post PivotHold L2 to post up. Move LS in any direction then quickly release (while hold the ball)
DropstepHold L2 to post up. Hold LS to the left or right toward hoop, then tap Square
Spin or DriveHold L2 to post up. Rotate RS to either shoulder
Switch FacingHold L2 to post up. Tap RS up then quickly release
Drive FakeHold L2 to post up. Hold R2 and move RS towards the inside shoulder then quickly release
Spin FakeHold L2 to post up. Hold R2 and move RS towards the outside shoulder then quickly release
Post Step-AwayHold L2 to post up. Hold R2 and move RS down then quickly release.
Disengage AwayHold L2 to post up. Release L2 while moving and holding the LS away from the basket
Aggressive BackdownHold L2 to post up. Hold R2 + LS toward the defender
Avoid StealHold L2 to post up. Move RS down and quickly release
Post LayupHold L2 to post up. Move LS toward hoop + hold RS up left or up right
Post HookHold L2 to post up. With LS on neutral, move and hold RS up left or up right.
Post FadeHold L2 to post up. Move and hold RS left or right away from the hoop
Post Shimmy HookHold L2 to post up. Hold R2 + Move and hold RS up left or up right.
Post Shimmy FadeHold L2 to post up. Hold R2 + move and hold RS left or right.
Post Hop ShotMove and hold LS left, right or down then tap square
Post Pump FakeHold L2 to post up. Move RS in any direction then quickly release.
Post Up and UnderHold L2 to post up. Use RS to pump fake, then let go of L2 and quickly move and hold RS again before the pump fake ends.
Post Dunk AttemptHold L2 to post up. Hold R2 and move LS + RS up.
Call TimeoutPress the Touch Pad while on offense
Coaches ChallengeAfter a foul or violation, pressing the Touch Pad will bring up an overlay that allows you to challenge the call. You are allowed one challenge per game.
Positional PlaycallingPress L1 then press the teammate's button. Follow the on-screen overlay to choose a play from the menu
Post UpPress Left D-pad and select Post Up to use your team's best post scorer
Quick IsolationPress Left D-pad and select Isolation to use your team's best isolation scorer
Pick Control BasicPress and hold L1 to have a teammate set a pick
Pick Control SidePress and hold L1. Use L3 to choose the pick side
Pick Control Roll or FadePress and hold L1. Use R1 to choose roll or Fade
Slip Screen / Early FadeOnce a pick is called, press L1 again at any time before the screener gets hit to have them Slip or Fade early
Icon Pick ControlPress L1, then press and hold the teammate's button to have them set the screen
Running BaselineAfter a made basket, the player inbounding the ball may move along the baseline. Hold L2 and use RS to move the inbounder
Offensive Game PlanPress right on the D-Pad to bring up the menu. Follow the on-screen overlay to select desired options.
SubstitutionsPress down on the D-Pad to bring up the menu. Follow the on-screen overlay to sub in desired players.
Favorite PlaysPress left on the D-Pad to bring up the menu. Follow the on-screen overlay to select desired options.
Defensive SetsPress left on the D-Pad to bring up the menu. Follow the on-screen overlay to select desired options.
Gameplay HUDPress up on the D-Pad to bring up the menu. Follow the on-screen overlay to select desired options.

NBA 2K26 Xbox Controls

ActionInputs
Jump BallPress Y or move RS in any direction to jump for ball.
Call For BallPress A to have teammate pass you the ball.
Quick ScreenTap B
Set ScreenPress and hold B
NEW! Adjust Screen FacingWhile holding B tap LS to adjust the angle at which you are setting the screen.
Call For Alley-oopDouble tap Y while cutting toward the hoop.
Finish Alley-oopPress the button shown once the meter reaches the make window when receiving the pass.
Call for ScreenPress LB to have a teammate set a pick.
Offball JukeMove RS left or right quickly then release.
Offball SpinRotate RS clockwise or counter-clockwise.
Offball Get OpenTap RT while moving around offball for a quick burst of speed to try and get open from your defender.
Post EngageHold LT when near a defender.
Post SpinHold LT to post up. Rotate RS to either shoulder.
Post PushHold LT to post up. Move LS toward the defender.
Post TransitionHold LT to post up. Move RS toward the dribbler or the hoop.
Post Fight for PositionHold LT to post up. Move RS up or down when the defensive player attempts to transition.
Post DisengageRelease LT or move LS away from the defender.
MoveMove LS in any direction.
Player SwapPress A to control another defender that's close to the ball.
Take ChargePrees and hold B
BlockPress Y when near the shooter
Vertical ContestHold LS away from the shooter and press Y
Swat BlockHold RT and press Y
StealPress X when near the dribbler or while in the passing lane.
RS StealMove RS left or right to steal with the appropriate hand. Using the hand closer to the ball will yield better results.
Icon SwapPress RB then press the button of the desired defender to take control of them.
Intense-DPress + Hold LT to get into low defensive stance.
Crowd DribblerPress and hold LT + Move LS toward the dribbler
NEW! Change MatchupPress RB then press and hold the button of the teammate that you want to swap matchups with. (Switch Matchup must be enabled in Controller Settings.)
NEW! Change Matchup (Player Lock)Press RB then press the button of the teammate that you want to swap matchups with during a possession.
Switch MatchupPress and hold A while guarding an offensive player to tell your AI teammates to switch and allow you to guard that player.
Fast ShufflePress and hold LT + RT, move LS in any direction.
Shot ContestMove RS up when near a shooter to contest the shot.
Hands UpMove and hold RS up.
Post Pull ChairTap B as the offensive player backs you down.
NEW! Acknowledge TeammateDouble Tap B to point towards an assister, scorer, or nearby teammate after a highlight play.
Box Out OpponentHold LT while near an opponent after the ball has been shot. Use LS to engage and stay in front of your opponent.
ReboundPress Y after the ball hits the rim when a shot is missed.
Swim MovePress LS left or right when you are being boxed out to attempt a swim move around the player boxing you out.
BumpHold LT while impeding the path of the offensive player.
Deny Hands OutMove and hold RS in any direction when near an opponent.
Deny EngageHold LT when near an opponent while out in the perimeter.
Post Up EngageHold LT when near an opponent while inside near the basket.
Post PushHold LT to engage in the post. Move LS toward the offensive player.
Post Pull ChairHold LT to engage in the post. Move RS in the same direction the offensive player is pushing
Post TransitionHold LT to engage in the post. Move RS up, down, left, or right.
Post Fight for PositionHold LT to engage in the post. Move RS up or down when the offensive player attempts to transition.
Post Steal Entry PassHold LT to engage in the post. Press X as the ball is being passed in.
Post DisengageMove LS away from the offensive player.
Dive For Loose BallRepeatedly press X while chasing down a loose ball.
EmoteMyCAREER ONLY - Pressing down on D-pad during MyCareer games will emote.
Intentional FoulPress and hold X when near the ball handler.
Double TeamPress and hold LB.
Icon Double TeamPress LB, then press the desired double teamer's button.
Team Intentional FoulPress the Share Button to have the entire team attempt to foul the ball handler.
Defensive Pressure AdjustmentsPress LB, then press the button of desired defender. Select a defensive strategy from the menu.
Jump ShotPress and hold X or move and hold RS straight down then release
Go-To ShotWith LS neutral, move and hold RS straight up then release as the ball is shot.
Rhythm ShootingMove and hold RS straight down then move and hold RS up to match the speed of the jump shot as the shooter releases the ball.
Pull-Up Jump ShotPress LS to start dribbling and gain momentum. Then, while moving, press and hold X then release.
NEW! Quick ShotHold LT as you are receiving a pass to get your shot off faster when shooting off the catch.
Free ThrowPress and hold X or move and hold RS straight down then release
Normal LayupMove and hold RS up when driving
Runner / FloaterMove and hold RS down while driving in close range
Reverse LayupMove and hold the RS right while driving along the right baseline
Euro Step Layup2x tap X while driving + hold the LS towards the off hand or Move RS down left while driving with ball in right hand.
NEW! Slow Step DecelWhile performing a Euro-step layup, press and hold LT to slow down your gather and try to throw the defense off balance.
Quick Scoop LayupMove and hold RS left or right while driving.
Hop Step LayupRT + Move RS down left or right while driving or Tap X while driving.
Two-Hand DunkRT + Move and hold RS up while driving in close range
Dominant / Off DunkRT + Move and hold RS left or right in close range. The RS direction determines the dunking hand
Normal DunkRT + press X while driving in close range
Skill DunkRT + Move and hold RS down while driving in close range
Controllable Rim HangWhen performing a dunk with RS, keep RT held to hang on the rim. Use LS to control swing, and move RS up to pull up on the rim or left/right to lift the legs
Pump FakeTap X
Hop / Stepback GatherTap X with LS deflected left or right or right or RT + move RS in the direction you want to hop while standing or driving laterally
Spin GatherHold RT + double tap X or Rotate RS clockwise then hold while driving with ball in the right hand
Half Spin GatherRotate RS in a quarter-circle from right to up then hold while driving with ball in right hand or Pump fake, then move + hold RS in any direction before the pump fake ends
Step ThroughAt close range, pump fake, then press and hold X
PutbackPress X when attempting an offensive rebound
MoveMove LS in any direction
SprintHold RT + move LS in any direction
Signature Size-upQuickly move RS left and right repeatedly in rhythm or Quickly move RS up repeatedly in rhythm.
NEW! Quick ProtectTap LT when dribbling to quickly shield off defenders and protect your dribble. This can also be used to crab a defender.
In and OutMove RS up right then quickly release when dribbling with the right hand
HesitationMove the RS right then quickly release when dribbling with right hand
Hesitation EscapeRT + Move RS right then quickly release when dribbling with right hand
CrossoverMove RS up left then quickly release when dribbling with right hand.
NEW! Driving Signature ComboWhile dribbling up the court, quickly move and release RS up twice.
Breakdown ComboRT + move RS up then quickly release
Between Legs CrossMove RS left then quickly release when dribbling with right hand
Escape CrossoverRT + move RS up left or left then quickly release while stand dribbling in right hand
Behind the BackMove RS down left then quickly release when dribbling with right hand
StepbackMove RS down then quickly release
Stepback CrossoverRT + move RS down then quickly release
SpinRotate the RS clockwise then quickly release when dribbling with right hand
Half SpinRotate RS in a quarter-circle from right to up then quickly release when dribbling with right hand
Hold Off DefendersHolding LT allows you to use your body to shield off defenders while dribbling. Use it against trailing defenders to prevent them from getting around you, making it easier to finish at the rim.
Triple Threat EmotePress down on the D-pad while in a triple threat stance (MyPlayers Only)
Triple Threat Side JabMove RS down right then quickly release (with left pivot foot established)
Triple Threat Large JabMove RS right then quickly release (with left pivot foot established)
Triple Threat Mid StepoverMove RS up then quickly release (with left pivot foot established)
Triple Threat Full-StepoverMove RS left or up left then quickly release (with left pivot foot established)
Triple Threat Back-to-Basket StepoverMove RS down left then quickly release (with left pivot foot established)
Triple Threat Pump FakeMove RS down then quickly release
Triple Threat Hesitation EscapeRT + move RS left or right then quickly release
Triple Threat HesitationRT + move RS up then quickly release
Triple Threat StepbackRT + move RS down then quickly release
Triple Threat Spin-OutRotate RS clockwise then quickly release (with left pivot foot established)
Triple Threat Cross Spin-OutRotate RS counter-clockwise then quickly release (with left pivot foot established)
Normal PassPress A
Bounce PassPress B
Lob PassPress Y
NEW! Wrap PassDouble tap B to pass. Use LS to select receiver
Lead to Basket PassPress and hold Y to make the selected receiver cut to the basket. Release Y to pass. (Lead to Basket Pass must be enabled in Controller Settings.)
Skip PassHold A to target a receiver further away. Use LS to select receiver.
Get Open PassHold B to call for a teammate to get open. Release B to pass the ball.
Fake PassY + B while standing or driving to the basket
Handoff PassHold B to call for a teammate to come to the ball for a handoff. Use LS to select receiver.
Jump PassX + A while standing or driving to the basket
Icon PassPress RB then press the icon button of the desired receiver
Flashy PassA + B and use LS to select receiver
Alley-oopDouble tap Y
Alley-oop to SelfPress X + Y + move LS toward the hoop. To finish the alley-oop, press the button shown once the meter reaches the make window when receiving the pass.
Full Receiver ControlPress and hold B to freely move the selected receiver with LS. Release B to pass.
Touch PassPress A before the initital receiver gets the ball (Use LS to select the second receiver)
Pro Stick PassPress and hold RB + move RS in the desired pass direction
Give and GoPress and hold A until the receiver catches the ball. Hold A and use LS to move initial passer. Release A to get the ball back.
Rolling InboundPress Y during baseline inbounds when no defenders are present
NEW! Post Go-To ShotHold LT to post up. With LS neutral, move and hold RS up.
Enter and Leave PostPress and hold LT to post up. Release LT to leave the post and faceup
Post PivotHold LT to post up. Move LS in any direction then quickly release (while hold the ball)
DropstepHold LT to post up. Hold LS to the left or right toward hoop, then tap X
Spin or DriveHold LT to post up. Rotate RS to either shoulder
Switch FacingHold LT to post up. Tap RS up then quickly release
Drive FakeHold LT to post up. Hold RT and move RS towards the inside shoulder then quickly release
Spin FakeHold LT to post up. Hold RT and move RS towards the outside shoulder then quickly release
Post Step-AwayHold LT to post up. Hold RT and move RS down then quickly release.
Disengage AwayHold LT to post up. Release LT while moving and holding the LS away from the basket
Aggressive BackdownHold LT to post up. Hold RT + LS toward the defender
Avoid StealHold LT to post up. Move RS down and quickly release
Post LayupHold LT to post up. Move LS toward hoop + hold RS up left or up right
Post HookHold LT to post up. With LS on neutral, move and hold RS up left or up right.
Post FadeHold LT to post up. Move and hold RS left or right away from the hoop
Post Shimmy HookHold LT to post up. Hold RT + Move and hold RS up left or right.
Post Shimmy FadeHold LT to post up. Hold RT + move and hold RS left or right.
Post Hop ShotMove and hold LS left, right or down then tap X
Post Pump FakeHold LT to post up. Move RS in any direction then quickly release.
Post Up and UnderHold LT to post up. Use RS to pump fake, then let go of LT and quickly move and hold RS again before the pump fake ends.
Post Dunk AttemptHold LT to post up. Hold RT and move LS + RS up.
Call TimeoutView
Coaches ChallengeAfter a foul or violation, pressing the Back Button will bring up an overlay that allows you to challenge the call. You are allowed one challenge per game.
Positional PlaycallingPress LB then press the teammate's button. Follow the on-screen overlay to choose a play from the menu
Post UpPress Left D-pad and select Post Up to use your team's best post scorer
Quick IsolationPress Left D-pad and select Isolation to use your team's best isolation scorer
Pick Control BasicPress and hold LB to have a teammate set a pick
Pick Control SidePress and hold LB. Use L3 to choose the pick side
Pick Control Roll or FadePress and hold LB. Use RB to choose roll or Fade
Slip Screen / Early FadeOnce a pick is called, press LB again at any time before the screener gets hit to have them Slip or Fade early
Icon Pick ControlPress LB, then press and hold the teammate's button to have them set the screen
Running BaselineAfter a made basket, the player inbounding the ball may move along the baseline. Hold LT and use RS to move the inbounder
Offensive Game PlanPress right on the D-Pad to bring up the menu. Follow the on-screen overlay to select desired options.
SubstitutionsPress down on the D-Pad to bring up the menu. Follow the on-screen overlay to sub in desired players.
Favorite PlaysPress left on the D-Pad to bring up the menu. Follow the on-screen overlay to select desired options.
Defensive SetsPress left on the D-Pad to bring up the menu. Follow the on-screen overlay to select desired options.
Gameplay HUDPress up on the D-Pad to bring up the menu. Follow the on-screen overlay to select desired options.

NBA 2K26 Controls

Here are the controls for NBA 2K26. These are the default controls for the game. You can change these in the settings menu.