2K changed INTERIOR DEFENSE bigtime on NBA 2K25

2K changed INTERIOR DEFENSE bigtime on NBA 2K25
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[@nba2ktutes]

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[@jayhunnel4375]

You hoein the bigs on motion styles is crazy

[@HxnDawg]

@@nba2ktutes why driving to the paint harder for a big guard than a smaller guard🤔I don’t get it

[@raymondmorganjr7]

Limitless range test bro!

[@SkidiPatPat]

Interceptor and On-Ball Steals

[@JCuh]

Might be difficult, but can you test the green window difference between Rhythm Shooting and Button Shooting?

[@jacolbydixon23]

if someone takes a tightly contested jumper a lot of times they stumble or fall. They need to make the same thing happen for people taking bad layups and that'll solve the issue of people capping and getting the rebound back immediately and in better positioning to score

[@4KVisualsNT]

this concept is🔥!

[@SelfMadeFish]

@@jacolbydixon23 that is actually a great idea🔥

[@KingTae24]

this would be nice

[@mullymullyt]

I've been saying this for years. It's annoying to watch someone go up with something dumb & get their rebound while I'm in some dumb animation

[@angrymobsters1599]

Agree except if you have good rebounding, you should have less probability of getting stunned if you miss shots around the rim on layup attempts. Like in real life, if you miss your layup, you should be able to fight for the rebound and throw it back up because you have a high rebound rating. That's how it works in real life, with a guard with no rebounding though I agree

[@Xanax88653]

it’s so stupid cause interior defense is 100x more affective than block, especially compared to last year. but in order to get the badges for interior defense you need a high block rating with mid interior. and it’s so dumb that u can’t get immovable enforcer as a big unless u have perimeter

[@floridiann7029]

How’s it stupid for stats to matter outside of just badge levels.

[@SleepyEyeSniper]

Immovable enforcer is for defending wings and guards. Bigs don’t usually dribble drive.

[@ayeeewood]

Well they added off ball pest back to interior this year but it’s absolutely dog shit. I just wanna see myPlayer throw a forearm across a players chest just ONCE when they try to cross my body

[@thebigmanufacturer]

It means that having block AND interior is a level above just having one or the other.

[@TMoneyGaming]

@@SleepyEyeSniper it helps when bigs run into you and catch the ball which usually pushes you back under the rim. also helps when you step up on anyone driving to the basket. immovable is very effective for bigs.

[@yourname487]

Even WITH interior defense, the contest and stops are TRASH. Ppl don't even try to play ball the right way, they know the paint defense is weak af

[@hakeem2824]

I knew I wasn’t tripping I’ll have my hands up with a 85 int D 92 block and people still get open coverages on me

[@flodging]

this is literally my only complaint about the game bro.

[@ChristianJosephs]

@@hakeem2824 it's insane how bad interior defense is this year. That's the thing they need to talk about not the "shooting discussion"

[@yourname487]

Shiiiiiiiid... the shooting contest is awful af too. They pin it on "low perimeter defense" but I've seen a 96 perimeter lock get a light contest on a shot where they damn near knocked the shooter over at LEAST 5 times a game 😂

[@ChristianJosephs]

@@yourname487 I didn't even see many NOT "open" shots lol most are either wide open or open....

[@ykms2058]

They should take out when someone gets blocked they get the ball right back like the block didn’t even affect then

[@ayyslatt]

the ball just falls in the offensive players hands .. meanwhile i got the block and slid out of bounds 😂😂😂😂

[@poprocksasmr5413]

Literally

[@poprocksasmr5413]

@@ayyslattmy player blocks a dude then runs out the arena 😂

[@PlumGod]

And instant steals when you do get the d board. Like my screen ain’t even flip, but they already stole it back

[@Wickery.]

@@PlumGodit’s crazy because this is one of the biggest problems in the game AND this was a big problem in previous 2ks to the point where they introduced a badge to counter it, just for it to revert right back to being a problem. 2k is a joke and the community stays giving them passes

[@Tay234.]

When it says open but your hand is literally on their face

[@SelfMadeFish]

Literally and that’s with me with 94 interior defense

[@ykms2058]

@@SeedOilFitnessOfficialyeah man it’s crazy , I have 2 6’3s . One with 75 perimeter one with 94(essentially just 92 , went 94 to cap break to 96 ) both have similar speed and agility and I swear I get the same contests it’s actually a joke

[@FredoLuvGod]

So many players ignored interior defense and now they regret the money they spent on that build 😂😂😂

[@eligreg99]

This is why I make my own builds. I only come to YT to see what I’m NOT going to do lol. I have high 82 interior which isn’t crazy but on a SF it can still stop every position

[@Camb2r]

Doesn’t matter if you actually play the game ppl make contested layups and close shots regardless.

[@FredoLuvGod]

@@Camb2r facts

[@legendoftheghost4286]

I’m pretty sure interior defense won’t ever be a priority for any of the guards you’re talking about

[@p6id]

i got 90 interior and people still be making everything on me

[@ayeeewood]

2k removed “backdown resistance” from post move lock badge which is the interior defense stat and added it to strength but it’s exactly like last year in terms of how the stat works. Also even tho i have high interior and block, shots are still going in via tight coverage lol interior defense is HORRIBLE this year Thanks Tutes for all the great work.

[@SEANTHEMOST]

I have a 95 strength 82 interior and it doesn't work either ..

[@JasonDickson-w2r]

Brick wall is back down resistant 😭

[@waff6ix]

INTERIOR DEFENSE MATTERS SO MUCH THIS YEAR🤩🤩

[@deezosaintloyal]

bot

[@rickjames3249]

Cap 😂 u just be under every comment saying bs 💀

[@Teebagzzz]

No it doesn't. It's not existent and I play rec on a defensive big.

[@vexposingyt1927]

@@rickjames3249😂😂

[@CallMeBane]

It’s garbage gang.

[@nickmiller5685]

Amazing work as always. Would love to see the boost from Hot and Lethal zones!

[@damienalbert7]

Video just uploaded what do you mean amazing work?

[@nba2ktutes]

Thanks for the appreciation! I'll see what I can do man!

[@VHP-lr7lh]

I’d like to see the relationship wingspan and weight has with your ability to rebound and get blocks. It seems obvious that it should increase your ability to get boards and blocks but some of the things I’ve seen while playing makes me question that especially with centers. As always, appreciate these videos

[@theshrinch6919]

I too am curious how that plays out. Cause there’s some meat sticks who body my burly ahh center in paint

[@BeybladeDbzFan]

Honestly the more weight you have the more vertical and rebound you need, it’s like the weight holds you down lol but if you have all three high it’s really hard to stop

[@VHP-lr7lh]

@@BeybladeDbzFan that’s what I’m trying to figure out. Trying to find a balance between them without going too heavy sacrificing speed

[@BeybladeDbzFan]

@@VHP-lr7lh also I don’t know why people don’t talk about this enough, body types and motion styles affect rebound, and bump animations. The heavier body styles don’t jump as high as the others ones

[@harbinger794]

Tutes has been the MVP of 2K so far

[@oldschoolbasketball1197]

This is why I added interior d and strength to my 6’ 3”, still not gonna stop centers, but Ill at least be able to contest taller guards to maybe 6’ 9” PFs

[@ykms2058]

@@oldschoolbasketball1197 yep

[@LimitingAbyss1]

Literally same for me.

[@KingWest_]

My real centers know Interior defense still needs to be buffed, and driving dunks nerfed. lobs and dunks are too OP over half the time you can’t even contest

[@legendoftheghost4286]

If they have a better rating, better badges and the correct angle - you should never be able to block it regardless because that’s logical

[@SBzKillFrenzy]

​@@legendoftheghost4286You sound crazy as hell. If I'm a center and I'm in the paint, I should be able to send everything so long as I'm in the right position. They always baby the offensive players

[@harlemFxA]

​@legendoftheghost4286 never is a stretch

[@boss06829]

Just earlier to stop dunks.

[@KingWest_]

I have 90 interior, 97 block and legend paint patroller with a very positive record. Trust me I know what I’m talking about lol

[@jonahwebster9399]

Rip anyone who went under 89 Interior Block

[@emiliolopez4715]

I have an 85 interior defense and I “light contest” all the time and they don’t even time their layups/close shot

[@troiitd]

I have an 84 block and it’s pretty solid lol

[@damionh7218]

All I want to say is that being a defensive center specifically a paint beast type getting dunked by a player with a high driving dunk nearly all the time is just unrealistic. Like I get having a high dunk to increase the make percentage but the blow byes and animations are ridiculous. As if I’m not a 7’1 center with high interior D, block, strength, and nearly a 80 vert.

[@a7exanderg]

Chase down blocks are also nonexistent.

[@damionh7218]

@@a7exanderg for sure. They took Chase down out the game not to mention everybody being fast af with high speed and high speed with ball. The fast break buckets are ridiculous, of course there are those that cherry pick too. The game overall needs to change. It was a lot more balanced in some of the older titles but based on the amount of badges, and like there of I feel the devs got lazy and or didn’t want a lot of the meaningful badges reintroduced

[@Skinnyyy_305]

Facts meeting mofo at the rim hand on ball no contest no block shit is just ridiculous

[@Skinnyyy_305]

I have 7'1 playmaking defensive anchor and 2k really screwing us

[@kderrusbussey2582]

I’m startin to think 2k messed up certain things on purpose to have folks go back and remake a build wit legend badge/badges

[@BeLikeMalc]

Been requesting this one thanks again Tutes ‼️🙏🏽

[@Revan-N7]

2K needs to fix the matchmaking in Proving Grounds. I'm a 6'3 PG and I'm put against 6'7 PF like wth is this ?

[@rc9361]

My squad definitely noticed block rating isn't worth it this 2k. Spend points on interior D instead

[@RusticMellon]

Ooooh another in depth video 👀

[@nba2ktutes]

Thanks for the appreciation!

[@zachspath494]

I think what people are upset about is not being able to gaurd both a center in the dunker spot and a gaurd going to the rim at the same time anymore (which you shouldnt) over the past few games guys were avle to just stand between both players and contest the layup but if the gaurd passed to the big then the defensive center xould also get a contest on that.

[@divin3-_-shotzz621]

I disagree if they backdoor I get the guard he hits the center n he just throw it up

[@zachspath494]

@@divin3-_-shotzz621 that's what happens in 25 which is realistic just standing near someone isn't defense. It seems this year you have to actually commit to either helping on a drive or back door or not help and gaurd your man if your a big

[@divin3-_-shotzz621]

@@zachspath494 did u misread what I said that’s not realistic they throw up some bs and get it every time but I guess

[@zachspath494]

@@divin3-_-shotzz621 if a center is sitting in the dunker spot and a gaurd is coming from the opposite side it's not realistic for the center to slide over to defend the gaurd and be able to gaurd the center aswell

[@swagoneto7922]

Well i regret putting points in block...Seems like complete trash this year. You can literally be right in someones face and it's not a contest. 100$ wasted 🤦🏾‍♀🤦🏾‍♀🤦🏾‍♀

[@HoldMyBong]

Block it?

[@LaFacey50k]

Tutes for the Win!! thanks man 💪🏽

[@DjVinylDashie]

The funny part is I felt like interior defense was more important this year because last year my 6’4 could stop center and slashing pg’s simply off positioning. I felt like I needed it with my 6’4 D Mitch build so I put 70 interior and 82 strength and I’m basically a lock now

[@NY-Vice]

As a small guard with low interior defense I don't even try to contest shots near the rim. There is no difference between me putting my hands up / contesting a shot in the paint and just not being there at all 😂😂

[@vexposingyt1927]

BLOCK is mainly for chase downs. Jump contests without contact. Such as a chasedown blocks. For example, when you are in the paint for guarding post scorers & they drop step, BLOCK & INTERIOR DEFENSE are now both playing a part. Really jump contest with contact. Lastly, if you play hands up paint defense that is strictly INTERIOR DEFENSE.

[@SEANTHEMOST]

6"10 centers might be the wave .. you can get challenger and immoveable

[@kloutfitness5548]

That’s what I’m playing rn they the wave

[@tylerhemmings503]

I got a 60 interior with a 85 strength, and I play defense pretty good with that immovable forcer on gold

[@tylerhemmings503]

I’m a 6’7 sg

[@AsapCodeine]

Strength and wingspan seem like they are more important this year for defense

[@HoldMyBong]

@@AsapCodeinestretch bigs down bad in the paint

[@roylt2661]

My block is a 93 and my interior is i think a 95😅 i wasnt playing around this year... im still traumatized from last year. Didnt even bother with shooting all paint defense and strength.

[@Wolf1e365]

Is it working? I have a 93 interior defense and I am considering using the cap breaker to go 97 to increase contest and potentially unlock animations. Would you suggest I do that?

[@roylt2661]

@@Wolf1e365 it def works for getting stops (to a certain extent) but in zones only. Because mine is a bit slow. I started using my shooting undersized big. You shouldnt need it much higher though. Can you stretch the floor a bit?

[@Aceyoungdu]

Thanks bro, this was really needed

[@attorneygriggs]

Thank you for all your work.

[@nba2ktutes]

Thanks for the appreciation!

[@attorneygriggs]

Could you also do a video on visual cues? Which one is the best?

[@nba2ktutes]

@@attorneygriggs already got one on the channel

[@Akeem2real96]

I have a 92 interior 91 strength 84 block 2 way stretch big and I’m telling you I got worked for 16 points by a post scorer 2 days ago playing defense it didn’t matter if I played hands up or jumped for block and 90% of the time most inside bigs don’t do me like that smh 🤦🏾‍♂️ I hate paint defense this year all they got do is back down and if they know you gone spam the drop they can post hook or post fade you and the contest you get on that will say wide open lol 😂

[@outlawz38]

I gave myself 85 interior d... but it doesn't seem like enough against paint mashers

[@kingcontraian]

My question is what’s more important…The elite unmovable strength badge that prevents back down or 99 interior defense? Can we test that?

[@theefloridaturtle573]

Something so simple and somehow it’s overlooked for spamming crossovers and step backs. Now you know why ya build getting violated and can’t make a stop

[@ooe5905]

This interior D is like the beginning of 2k23 it’s non existent no matter how much u got. That’s why i put a 96 close shot on my big n got legend paint prodigy everything going in down there

[@Jayjayxxx007]

I feel like interior is probably better defending most post moves, hooks and post fades, but driving layups, dunks, and post dunks I feel like block is more important for

[@joeyhoser]

Hey Tutes, this isn't related to this video, but I think you need to look closer at rhythm shooting. In previous years I used to shoot ~70% from 3, and this year I went down to ~40% using high-risk. A couple days ago I switched to rhythm shooting and after getting comfortable with it, I am back up to ~70%. My conspiracy theory is that this is the way we are supposed to shoot now, and all the issues are shooting right now are actually designed to push people towards rhythm. I haven't seen anyone test green windows on rhythm shooting yet, which sounds like a tough one to test, but I think that's the next step.

[@Top10TechRatings]

Hey tutes you probably won't see this comment, but whats most important on a 6’4 / 6'3 that wants to be able to have the highest chanse of contesting a guard when driving to the paint?

[@corneliusblackwood9014]

0 block in 2K25 is plenty, change my mind. If you can stop the player from scoring with 0 block, think of all the things you could add to your player going from 84 to 0 (or whatever the minimum is for the other connected stats)

[@ejcertified]

My 6’6 has 74 interior and sometimes I get stops on centers when I’m in position. Nobody listened when I said interior matters a lot

[@swagoneto7922]

@@ejcertified yeah this is the first year where interior really matters…I usually just have a high block,but I can’t get away with it this year..

[@vsopforthree]

I made a 99 interior defense with 97 strength post scorer you pretty much get a stop almost every time, it’s a big bail out in proving grounds

[@CousinPreemo]

I got 77 interior, 93 block, 95 strength and 80 vertical. I know where my cap breakers will be going 😊 I get a lot of aggressive blocks and contests but I do get dunked on sometimes and have trouble contesting quick dunks. Outside of that I do feel feared in the paint most games.

[@user-cu5ee1hx3y]

Let’s go! I made a 6‘6 Center with 88 interior Defense and only a 78 block (80 is max but doesn’t give any extra badges). Was scared that interior defense would be useless for hands up Defense in the paint. Thanks for the video!

[@isiight.]

80 block gives you different animations. It’s been a threshold for a long time.

[@Duneek]

I thought the shortest center we can make is 6'7'?

[@Dontask-f5q]

​@@Duneekit is he must mean PF

[@user-cu5ee1hx3y]

@@Duneek pf sorry but I play C on it … not for rec but park

[@Duneek]

@@user-cu5ee1hx3y Oh okay, makes sense.

[@EyePlayLock]

when u do these tests do u add the badges that come with the ratings? like a 99 block would give u legend paint patroller, was that added into the equation?

[@BeeSmokeYT]

I got 82 interior and I swear to god it seems like it doesn’t matter all people force layups on real player percentage and there’s nothing I can do

[@kobeandgary]

Because that's pretty low interior.

[@BeeSmokeYT]

@@kobeandgary low is crazy

[@Teebagzzz]

​@@BeeSmokeYTdude is tripping I got a defensive anchor with legendary paint protector and layups that are red contest go in vs me. Paint defense is non existent 😂

[@tmf_almighty8445]

The contest system is just overall trash and broken. I hate how they completely overhaul the game just for the sake of calling it “new”. They need to stop changing every single thing, keep wat works and listen to the community and build on it. A game like this does not need a overhaul every single year.

[@ItsRilez]

People saying don’t worry block rating being high , but on a center it still has to be decent I think…no tests done yet but I have silver paint potroller and it feels good. No cue how it compares to bronze or gold

[@Al_PIayer]

I see the same results with perimeter defense. When I think I get a good contest really close to the defender it still shows up as open or wide open

[@blake38100]

You have to be in good position. But that is only about a 60% chance to get a missed shot and even less for a block.

[@BigBrownMale]

Could you please do a vid on perimeter d and shot contest, as well as the relationship between height and shot contest. Maybe even see how much wingspan plays a factor if at all?🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@bmyles1006]

I have an inside the Arc PF with high finishing. I’m going up against these SF/PF “locks” with no Interior and I’m feasting. Love it. Your 95 perim and steal isn’t going to help you in the paint.

[@BlokoQoo]

The vertical and rebounding correlation would be great.

[@javongreen2515]

the only thing they didnt get right imo is that you cannot get paint patroller from interior defense otherwise the changes are pretty good.

[@King_Quin]

Yup. I have a 6’8 guard with interior and strength and lock post scorers up along with anybody that comes in the paint lol

[@officialulti]

I mean 2k finally made it make sense. We just got spoiled with block and anchors adding in contest. I bet a lot of centers went higher with block and wonder why they aint giving heavy contest (aside from animation bs) My question is, with a 99 int and 80 block does interior add contest when jumping or does block take over and your contest goes to 💩 if you fail to block?

[@Dr.HowieFeltersnatch]

I am a play now online player, so I see the game from how it is supposed to be balanced because you can’t change the players stats in that mode. The paint defense is nonexistent in this game. It is broken and a problem. You need to be an elite rim protector to OCCASIONALLY get a stop around the rim.

[@BigTao]

So is it fair to assume that even a 99 interior 99 block center with 25 perimeter D, (Rudy gobert) when contesting a 3pt shot it will be a low contest shot if not blocked?

[@AR-qf9vd]

I suggest you try comparing timings and visual cue from the jumpshot creator Compare that to 24 That would help a lot.

[@simplepeepsofficial]

99 interior and 97 strength is what I went with this year screw those post scorers 😂💯

[@8BallVJ]

2k purposely don’t tell you things like this so they can confuse you into thinking you made a bad build so you can make a new build to make them more money

[@eh6363]

70 interior is not enough, that's what I went with on my 6'7" pf and unless you play perfect jump with my 84 block layups and close shots are going in

[@OGRoyce]

Whats the attribute threshhold for the different block animations tho? wasnt covered in ur last vid

[@EvolPunk]

tf am i doing wrong. on my 7ft 250lb center i have 93int, 93blk and 99str and i still get backed under the rim and am totally helpless to get contests on hooks or standing dunks i also have hof post lockdown and gold paint patroller and i've tried using my max +1 to have legend post lock and gold paint patroller or hof post lockdown and hof paint patroller and i still get backed under the rim and still get zero contests on hooks and standing dunks with either hands up d or jumping

[@blakealden7830]

What do these tests show tho need to test around low 60s to mid 80s. Nobody really running 99 stats fr if you trying to find the best value stat.

[@Ghvst__]

Word

[@rell108]

Tutes you should do if contests change with same interior defense at different heights .. PART TWO ASAP PLEASE!!!

[@ragothegimp]

74 interior and 84 block on my 6’7 270 7’3 popper is all i need to be affective protecting the rim

[@nba2ktutes]

Thanks for sharing!

[@darkmatter7668]

Yeah that's cute but you aren't playing the 5 😂

[@trev9168]

@@darkmatter7668I’ll say 70 and 84 is serviceable but I was struggling against the paint mashers who go for close shots more. Interior d definitely works this year the people complaining don’t have good positioning and don’t have high enough to make up for It

[@RussianBeast93]

thats major cap, i have a 6'7 C and there is no way you can have any sort of presence on paint close shots with 74 INT.

[@ragothegimp]

@@darkmatter7668 should of added that i only play 2’s n 3’s with that build. 5’s would be cooked definitely better options

[@OG_Laywood]

In Tutes we trust

[@nba2ktutes]

my guy

[@ricosavage4567]

7’0 2 way stretch Five With cap breaker legend Reb chaser legend paint patroller, legend post lockdown 89 mid 84 3 80 vert 92 str build is crazy on offense n defense glad I put that interior I get crazy stops in that paint n snatch blocks

[@bandokazoowee1024]

Drop the whole stat line with Wingspan and weight rn, if it’s really like that

[@Yo_Moneyy]

What’s your pass accuracy tho

[@stinkymuffin]

You need 2 cap breakers unlocked so vet 2 rep and one max +1 badge to get legend post lock, rebound chaser, and paint patroller. You have to max +1 post lock because legend needs 99 interior and 97 str 7 ft 7'3 wingspan 256 pounds 89 middy, 82 3pt, 93 interior d, 94 block cap break +5 to 99 for legend paint patroller, 94 d rebound cap break +5 to 99 for legend rebound chaser, 92 strength then whatever you want. I put close shot up to 92 because mashing with timing off is insane. 70 post control for silver post fade phenom 78 pass 40 speed with ball for normal dribble moves 70 free throw and 66 speed. The build is solid even without cap breakers but if I made this I would drop block to 78 and bring pass up to 94 and post control up to 79 for gold post fade phenom. Cap break rebound to 99 and pass to 99 for every passing badge on legend. Tutes just showed high block is ass for centers this year. Much better to have high interior and play hands up so you are in position to get the rebound and throw an absolute steamer on the fast break with legend break starter and legend dimer.

[@y0ungcarter]

Are there any changes to the interior defense in regards to post defense? I have 93 interior and 92 strength and someone with 30 Post Control and 94 strength can just dropstep and score at ease..I have Post Lockdown on Legend with the Max+1 and still unable to defend the dropsteps...

[@eyceveins1250]

Let go off L2 every now and then…its gonna put u in an animation if ur locked onto them the entire time. Usually I will hold L2 while they back me down to the paint (so they can lose some stamina) and start letting go when they get to the paint cuz they are about to try and drop step. Lmk if it works

[@stfurness]

Thanks for doing this one

[@WerlTurtle]

Praying I hit the sweet spot 😉 commented before watching

[@Runitup2k]

Interior defense is way way good this year, my 6’7 popper has a 88 and you have to be 7’3 to even score on me

[@TheWrs2609]

please tutes we need the big man motion style video asap lol

[@CorporalBetlog]

made a build with 82 interior and 84 block but i would have i went 88 interior and 78 block instead after watching this vid.

[@TrayyLive44]

So is 90 interior good enough to not get backed down or should I go 95 n u up

[@SAYONRHODES]

Yall tripping. This 2k is one of the best. position matters, IQ matter you cant just spam a button and hope you get the animations on your side. I have a 70 interior with a 84 block and 85 strength. People really only make layups on me with good position. even bigs back me under the basket and I really still contest and make them miss. Arm length matters and timing matters.

[@Dr.HowieFeltersnatch]

This is just not true. I am a play now online player, so I have a better perspective of how the game is truly balanced since you can’t mess with the stats on the players in that mode. The paint defense is broken this year. You can be perfectly in between the ball handler and the basket and they can just go through you or over you every time, even if you are an elite defender and they are a bad offensive player.

[@AC-wl5bt]

I have been wondering, but this might be really hard to test but the rebounding, size, vertical, wingspan and even speed comibined makes me very curious. I believe there is a sweetspot to make the perfect rebounder build but finding it seems very hard. Is a max size max wingspan 99 rebounding will be better than a smaller build but with more athletic stats it seems that there's a lot of variables but could be super interesting to theory craft it

[@robertwilliams3887]

At some point MIT will do a study on how to be successful at 2k This has gotten out of hand

[@SendariusMotivation]

Basically the attributes finally do what they say😂😂😂😂

[@oopscay]

paint patroller is a goated badge, even silver is op

[@Brdr685]

Yeah hands up defense and good positioning doesn't always stop post scorers

[@PraisefatherYah]

I have a 88 interior d with Bronze paint prodigy I’m wondering if putting it on silver would make a big difference 🤔

[@LaMartyMar]

Hey Tutes, you did a video with guards heights and their perimeter defense… can you do the same with big’s height and their interior defense?

[@0hJoker]

So what, did they update interior? Cause I have a 93 interior and 92 strength and get backed down like a baby and drop stepped

[@Duneek]

Every game? No way

[@SBzKillFrenzy]

Let go of intense Defense (Left trigger on Xbox, L2 on PS5) and push both analog sticks towards the direction of the player attempting to back you down. This will make your character automatically push back

[@Dontask-f5q]

What's your weight?

[@Duneek]

@@SBzKillFrenzy No one really knows this. Holding the intense defense makes you susceptible to every post move they have.

[@BrightNights645]

You probably weigh 2 pounds, nice attempt to cheat the system. Too bad for you

[@PRShot-b8y]

I have 85 interior and 97 block and the defense feels better than last year for sure

[@trev9168]

I was gonna go 85 interior with a 93 block on my 6’10 center I’m working on. Think that’ll be good? It would also get 97 block with cap breakers later

[@id-_-fame]

Tutes show how bad steals got nerfed compared to nba2k24

[@echo8168]

Only get interior if you want post lockdown otherwise go for immovable enforcer and block.

[@jhameikscott8344]

Ngl it needs a buff no way my 6’8 sg maxed weight with 88 interior and good strength with a high block should be getting backed down super easy

[@5T3V3Np94]

Tutes Can you test how important height is for rebounding, 6’9 vs 7 footers

[@Omegallednar]

Steals should be next , great vid as always

[@bacskorgergely7026]

What are the sweet spots?

[@nazoflove]

Should have made this test with a guard instead of Jokic...thats the real problem... your Mutumbo against centers but against 6'2 point guards they just finish over you and they never miss close shots....

[@nba2ktutes]

The context of the results will remain the same, that ID is for hands up (and actual contest feedback) and Block is for blocks only

[@nazoflove]

@nba2ktutes Yea i understand that but the reason your being asked about interior defense isn't for the schematics, the reason is because everyone is watching defensive bigs get finished on by small guards ....the game is literally moving bigs out the way when you jump to help the guards finish... last year we understood Giant Slayer was causing those scripted animations but what about this year...I got a 99 close shot on my 7'1 and I miss but the 6'2 with 80 layup is finishing everything with a big in the paint ...that's what we need to look into cause this is a problem every year

[@AstuteExxy]

please test blocking dunks and paint patroller i have hof paint patroller and its almost impossible to block dunks for me i don't know what to do

[@joeschaefer5172]

Can you do big guy motion styles?

[@ohyeahyeahnahui4328]

Tutes, i know you’ve seen this already and said thanks for the suggestion. Imma ask anyway also for engagement for u. Can you please test shifty shooter and limitless range next?

[@nba2ktutes]

THanks for the suggestion again man,, unfortunately though it looks like those 2 topics are not really on the top of the list right now..but of course I'll see what I can do.

[@ohyeahyeahnahui4328]

@@nba2ktutes appreciate the transparency🙏🏽

[@nba2ktutes]

@@ohyeahyeahnahui4328 to be honest, 2klab could have a better chance on making those topics first, that's what they do best. Better to check on their channel for those topics

[@W2Tymes]

88 interior, 93 block.

[@kaycorpz7891]

Amazing

[@SBzKillFrenzy]

Same here...and if memory serves me correct, that means you have gold post lockdown and gold paint patroller

[@hakimmuhammad4090]

Same for me. Also with 80 vert and 95 strength. I feel like paint defense is fine.

[@W2Tymes]

@@SBzKillFrenzy yes sir. Those badge requirements are what I follow when in doubt. 80 vert, and only 90 strength, but 76 speed so I’m not running in slow-mo.

[@savagebanana7560]

I got 84 interior, 93 block, 89 strength and 84 vert. feel easy to stop people attempt to drive to paint to score but hard to stop them just lay up under the ring.

[@sedrickphillips]

Legendary paint patroller is absolute garbage either something wrong with close shots being overpowered but on the two Court you cannot stop it

[@stephenmu3847]

Can you test timing stability? I was shocked it came back in the game after they patched it last year.