The BIGGEST MISTAKES 2K players MAKE!

[@SirBallup024]

Biggest tip I took from you was simply slowing down and reacting to the defense as opposed to running up the court and just trying to spam go to moves. Completely changed the game for me

[@KevinCruz016]

Great to see it fam!! Like I say to most people, playing with pace and slowing down your game opens up 2k like people can’t imagine!

[@TheThinkingMansTemplar]

The reason most players play so bad online because the PURPOSELY made Mycareer so boring and tedious that people would play online to spend that money. People used to play My career games and learn the game mechanics and still have some fun...now its hard to finish one game because the CPU cheats so much and the Ai plays so bad. Your teamates are HORRIBLE and sabotage the game while the other CPU team make 70% smothered shots constantly.. so people go online immediately and don't know anything but spam moves and barely put defense on their builds because they want to score..

[@DisasterLonely]

Tbh, the AI are so easy to go against. The problem is how boring the story is. This years wasn't bad but nothing has topped 2k16

[@ivboneheadvi]

​@@DisasterLonely Nah the ai honestly cheat sometimes I've played multiple careers with multiple builds and their defense is sometime near impeccable predicting moves the moment I input it or making outrageous shots consistently while my team purposely brings their players towards me for me to get doubled it's crazy

[@DisasterLonely]

@ivboneheadvi it really all depends on the build. I find them easy but maybe because my builds have a high shooting and strength

[@ThatGuy-en2nn]

​@@DisasterLonelyNaw they cheat cause you can have a wide open lane after breaking them and the computer will glue to you and stick to you once you shoot. That and you're bogged down in mud of they're close to you. Ofc if you know what dribbles to abuse or got you a kd left side fade the cpu is magically easy. It's poorly designed.

[@Nard313]

@@DisasterLonelyI agree. AI easy. They double me as soon as I touch the ball and my cpu teammates knockdown open shots on HOF. I rarely finish a career without a triple double.

[@DonDeLem]

My friends don't touch MyCareer nor do they even practice their shots/dribbles in any setting. They just buy every 2K and play Rec all year. I imagine a lot of people do this, but it somewhat explains why they aren't consistent. I never hop into an online setting without knowing what my player can do

[@KevinCruz016]

I think a lot of people 100 percent do this and therefore they think its the same game every year! So they dont know new mechanics, systems, or improvements because they just jump in blind in a mode where people do the same thing

[@DonDeLem]

@@KevinCruz016 - Yep. I check 2KU every year because it tells you how to do everything. Last year, eurosteps with the RS required you to do a Left-Right or Right-Left movement. You can still do it like that this year if you want, but 2KU in 24 tells you to hold Down-Left or Down-Right without turbo. Little differences like that change quite often.

[@traebands5722]

Try park and get upset with rec every time because they don’t know proper spacing only get in the corner for me. They consider post game paint clogging 😂😂

[@DonDeLem]

@traebands5722 - The lack of proper spacing infuriates me 😂 Especially when somebody with no finishing stats is continuously cutting. Like come on bro, I would've had a free dunk if you didn't bring your man to the paint

[@sjalabi35]

So basically 2K is just one big online circle jerk since we’re all beating ourselves…I can buy that

[@KevinCruz016]

😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@chrisjones720]

Running 1v1s in Theater improves your gameplay on offense & defense imo

[@HeirSamurai]

Unfortunately, most people don’t develop an offensive bag in there. Even in season 7 people are doing moves to get to the basket, when in reality in 3v3 and 5v5 to win games you gotta be able to do more than dunk/layup because the help defense is coming.

[@KevinCruz016]

I think it definitely will try to force you to hone in on some skills on both offense and defense for sure!

[@chrisjones720]

@@HeirSamurai Yeah I agree. But I would say 70-80% of 2k players run their asses off 😭😭😭😂

[@cbruffin]

Good video my Bruce!!💪🏿💪🏿 The pause was hilarious 😆💀

[@KevinCruz016]

Thank you as always bro!!

[@cbruffin]

@@KevinCruz016 Already my Bruce Killa Kev!⚙️💪🏿☝🏿

[@anlomoe1968]

85% of ppl have zero clue what defense is in this game 😂😂

[@HeirSamurai]

Facts!

[@bertochino]

I’ll go as far and say 92%

[@KevinCruz016]

I agree! Even lock builds just rely on bumping and gambling!

[@N33zy23]

Like I said that hof my career will have you moving different

[@KevinCruz016]

Yessir man, it’s mandatory for people to play any mode against the AI and learn man because using the Rec to learn will not make you better lol

[@N33zy23]

@@KevinCruz016 facts dudes nowadays just make a build and hop on the game, I always play hof my career until my build gets to a 92 at least before getting on rec

[@ssj_anomaly4688]

My number one rule stop pump faking when your wide open, havent shot a single 3, or when defense is already in your face

[@KevinCruz016]

Yeah, that's another thing! People psch themselves out of open shots at times!

[@ssj_anomaly4688]

@@KevinCruz016 fax

[@VisionzTrue]

people do that cuz they think their man will just randomly sprint like its a 100 meter race and make you brick. then you not getting the ball for the rest of the game

[@edwardwhakatihi1226]

I never pump fake 😂

[@edwardwhakatihi1226]

Good tips I never knew or noticed the defence arrow before thank you

[@johncollier9106]

I wanted to play with the J. Crawford build, but his defense is soft. Rightfully so because that wasn't his game, but after a while I could see I would be a more of a liability than I am now. 😂 Your so right about AI defense, you have to get into your bad, HOF K. Leonard's defense is crazy.

[@KevinCruz016]

Yeah man, people sleep on HOF AI defense thinking it’s sweet then they realize you got to work for the points. Against people online they’ll actively work to give you the points lmao

[@sticks4617]

Hey Kev, another insightful vid my guy. What i’ve been struggling with lately as a random rec pg is passing too often & finding myself not knowing when to create. I’m a good scorer but I don’t want to seem like a ball hog which leads to me deferring to my teammates. Many times i’ll have 0 points at the half but 10+ assist & knowing i can contribute way more. What are some tips on knowing when it’s a good time to pass versus get to your spots ? Especially when it comes to playing with randoms.

[@Golanm]

I omega relate to this holy

[@change15893]

Confidence. Take a game where you turn sound off and just try scoring and sometimes passing. It will help not hearing randoms complain rarely when they do if your scoring

[@AllenIverson78787]

Randoms will complain no matter what you do honestly. If there’s a possession where you know you can score just score, if someone’s wide open then pass it. That’s all you can really do

[@Nard313]

@@AllenIverson78787facts. Whenever something no going to the liking of the randoms the complaints will start. Even if you’re winning. 🤦🏽‍♂️

[@KevinCruz016]

The main thing is to take what the defense gives you, if you see an opening don’t be afraid to take it. If you pass up too many open looks and opportunities to create you may hold the team back. It’s definitely a tough balance man. What I would say is that you try and establish that you’re a point guard that makes the right plays and not just hunting for stats that means making the open pass whether it leads to assists or not. People will know if you’re being too much of a ball hog, but they won’t fault you for being aggressive if the situation calls for it. Try opening up your game more and see what balance feels like. But also every rec game is different because there will be times where toxic players also just ruin it regardless

[@truckingwithrichboss]

You’re definitely one of my favorite content creators… I pray I get to your level.

[@KevinCruz016]

Dont take comments like these lightly! Appreciate you!

[@brswerv8177]

Love the vids man

[@KevinCruz016]

Thank you bro!!

[@itsunity23]

I will say tho that the reason why people will be too aggressive on defense is because online the game is really slow and unresponsive and with the game favouring speed boosting attackers u have to aggressively predict very early what the attacker is going to do and even then can still be punished for guessing correctly because the attacker can quickly boost away from you making it impossible to keep up on defense; pretty unbalanced in my opinion.

[@KevinCruz016]

I think this is fair, and the really good guys know how to be smart in their aggression. I’m more speaking to the crowd that does it blindly without the proper principles. Those types of defenders would be better served being positionally disciplined. But your points are valid! And something that I hope the game continues to improve on.

[@itsunity23]

@@KevinCruz016 oh yeah I fully agree most people don’t think about their defensive positioning and overcommit when they should be more measured it’s just frustrating that the game is really unresponsive to the inputs about how ur trying to position ur player, it makes it feel more like u have to guess and hope ur in the way instead of being rewarded for good reading of the game.

[@gorethink_it]

I remember commenting last year on a 2k23 video saying “when you get in there it’s gonna be easier than HOF MyCareer” 😂😂😂 Love seeing the content and the jump from modes . Cant wait to see your own little Pro Am team soon .? 👀

[@KevinCruz016]

No lies man, these guys can’t defend to save their life lol. They are out there willingly giving you points. And the ‘good’ locks are defending based on gimmicks (aggressive bumping, full court press, etc). Definitely looking forward to more game modes for next year for sure man!

[@gorethink_it]

@@KevinCruz016 they don’t understand the chess match that goes on with foot placement ALONG with all the bodies flying around . Also the community doesn’t know how to consistently get HANDCHECKS/ HIP RIDES/ BODY UPS. I know HOW TO and mentioned it a few times but only a handful will listen to me about it 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@jamesbates5552]

I never noticed the shades like that kir 😂 good shit kev you just upped my game

[@KevinCruz016]

Always great when I can do that for someone!!

[@hershey5288]

Best 2k creator out there!!

[@xAgent_Stormx]

2:38 😂 Kev

[@KevinCruz016]

😭😭😭😭😭 i kept saying beat in this video I knew I was setting myself up lmao

[@bigcam24775]

On the flip side where do you go to practice defense

[@kaluis05]

Ey bro, any tips on how to prevent sliding while on defense stance(holding L2)? Made a lock build as my last build for 2k24, unfortunately latency makes me sluggish on defense, thus making my match up a step ahead of me🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️Thanks kabayan👌😎

[@kahilljohnson2765]

whats your sigs ?

[@stupidshot4PC]

100% agree with this. I avg 30-10 in the rec with like 70% 3 point shooting. I can beat most defenders easily, but give me an AI defender and I might as well just pass all game. I can score occasionally, but I have to try way harder when it's AI.

[@KevinCruz016]

I’m sure you’re just being humble, but yeah, it takes more work to win against the AI compared to the average player imo!

[@thehooper6499]

I love playing offline and in a right way. It’s just impossible online cause of the delay. IMPOSSIBLE.

[@GriD0831]

Content idea: beating zone in rec. I dunno how much squads you play but people in squad rec and pro am spam zone defense constantly (probably because, as this video showed, nobody knows how to play man defense). Your ball IQ is really high and it could probably help a lot of people :)

[@DTMXII]

Would like to see your take on a Kevin Durant styled build for My career/Rec

[@KevinCruz016]

New builds for 2K25 at this point man! But a KD build would be fun!!

[@suptayykayy]

Cruz can you make a video on how to finish layups without the meter? Ive tried but finding it quite difficult.

[@KevinCruz016]

I might have to do those for 25 bro, since it’s too late in the year for these videos. But I will see if I can sneak it in another tips video man!

[@suptayykayy]

@@KevinCruz016 alright. Guess we’ll be looking forward to it.

[@LULU_Son]

Well Kevin I started scoring a bit more in the rec not much but more than usual I will take more shots

[@KevinCruz016]

Let's goooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo!!!

[@TazZ243]

First 20 seconds in, and I already agree. My teammates hate when they have AI guarding them, me on the other hand, I don't mind at all because I also play MyCareer on HOF. So, getting by CPU has become so much easier.

[@KevinCruz016]

Yeah, it’s because they don’t really learn the mechanics on what it takes to beat the cpu who will play you well positionally. I think people dont realize how bad online defense is and they think they’re good because they’re going up against guys who don’t know any better for sure!

[@TazZ243]

@@KevinCruz016 Yup! Also, there's no latency/delay to take advantage of, so you HAVE to know what you're doing when putting the ball down.

[@MaineStreamFishing]

Made the chef curry build and im working on getting him right now

[@KevinCruz016]

Lets gooooooooooooooooo

[@jevonjames3241]

Just call for a pick and you're good...

[@Marlow-yk7zj]

Where do you go for warm ups Kev? It looks like myNBA or similar. You had Kyrie going up against Derrick White in the clip so it’s not myCareer, right?

[@KevinCruz016]

If it’s a Rec or MyCareer mode I warm up in the Gatorade gym. It already incorporates the latency you get from the server. I practice all the shots I take in game and try to take shots with around 1 adrenaline bar to give me a smaller green window!

[@Marlow-yk7zj]

@@KevinCruz016 Thanks. I appreciate all the tips you’ve given this year.

[@QuLex2KYT]

You are goated bro

[@KevinCruz016]

Thank you bro!!

[@Four-A-Reason]

Great video ✅

[@KevinCruz016]

Thank you bro!

[@blitzsavageyoutube4876]

Why cant i get your chef curry hop jumper animation? I get the same thing but not that smooth and its not that fast. Its like a double sidestep only. Is it because i only have Ps4 2k24?

[@blitzsavageyoutube4876]

Even if i follow the correct way to do it and follow the controls still cant do it. Also from ph lol

[@douglashearon4823]

You tell no lies 👌🏾🛎️🛎️

[@KevinCruz016]

People really overrate the Rec as a measurement of skill, but what people dont realize is that they’re picking up bad habits from the mode!

[@gavencinnamon859]

any tips on how to beat those bulky defenders in isolation setting i play pro am so that’s who’s guarding me every single game

[@KevinCruz016]

What position do you play? And what is your playstyle? If you’re a small guard, the chef curry system is built is pretty effective against fat locks. Just don’t over dribble. If you’re not a great dribbler (and I won’t risk it unless they lose their adrenaline bars from poking too much), generate an advantage using screens if you can’t get your triple threat or iso game going. Use strong moves to get them off balance, like the john wall hop back or jamaal murray if you want to keep things simple. But generate space with escape dribbles to get them to react and attack from there.

[@gavencinnamon859]

@@KevinCruz016 i rotate between the pg and secondary ball handler im a great scorer off the ball because my triple threat is nasty but i’m a 6’6 devin booker build high pass acc tho

[@gavencinnamon859]

@@KevinCruz016 i also have a 93 ball handle to avoid getting plucked

[@gavencinnamon859]

@@KevinCruz016 i play point guard or secondary ball handler

[@Mrjd30]

Gawa ka boss kevs ng mga best playmaking badges ng guards haha 🔥

[@KevinCruz016]

Siguro sa 25 bro!!

[@agrey832]

Missed opportunity to say 🗣 "You reach, i teach. You scramble on defense, and i *Cook* you" 😅 #LetsGoBato

[@KevinCruz016]

Lmao thats right man, i got so focused on saying beat too much that the scramble was right there 😭😭😭

[@agrey832]

​@@KevinCruz016You'll get it next time 😅

[@RonnyTheGamer]

I’ve been playing 2K for like 15 years now and definitely don’t play the CPU like that anymore… it’s boring to me.

[@TheEldenSwitch]

Rip basquiat

[@OctagoneMusic]

dude I just don't get it man, I am always cooking on hof difficulty on mycareer, but I somehow can't translate it to online gameplay. i have no idea what i am doing wrong 😭😭😭

[@KevinCruz016]

I think you have to get used to the pace first - and once you do that you'll be fine! What position do you play? Pick your spots, find the openings, and take your time!

[@OctagoneMusic]

@@KevinCruz016 i play sg and i use your paul George build actually lol. it's really fun to play with, but like you pointed out, the pace of online play is really different from offline. I've been playing only mycareer 2k till now and this is the first time I'm going online actually, so i find it really hard to adapt. also, i love your content man, you're really good and i love how easy you make the game seem

[@anwarmartin1616]

What mode are you playing besides rec to get you better?

[@KevinCruz016]

I’m trying to get back into 5 on 5 modes so labbing freelances, plays, and one-on-one matchups against the cpu either through scrimmage or play now on HOF. It’s honestly getting me sharp again, because it doesn’t take much to be successful in Rec!

[@KevinCruz016]

Right now a lot of play now, and scrimmage to help me work on my 5 on 5 offense and 1 on 1 offense against the cpu! Usually go up against a good defensive team like Boston to really keep me sharp!

[@Tezskii]

I avg 20 on a 25 speed w ball build soley because nobody has defense 😂😂

[@minovictor]

Saying “you can’t do that in rec” is dumb as hell. Pro am I understand but rec is 10 times easier than HOF AI. If I can do something against AI I know for sure it will work in the rec. if I can hit a contested hop jumper vs AI I know it will work against people online cos they actually have some reaction time.

[@TheEldenSwitch]

U have a point that the rec is full of cones. But u giving the a.i too much credit. 😭 Even the best 2k players not huggin you that tight online.

[@KevinCruz016]

An above average player is better on defense than the AI, but for the rest cpu defense is better than most of the community. Its just facts

[@hiltonmob]

PAUSE 💀💀💀💀

[@KillemKyrie]

Kuya Kev

[@KevinCruz016]

Appreciate you kapatid!

[@KillemKyrie]

@@KevinCruz016 yessir brother! Be safe Man U represent where we came from!

[@nuriche9935]

Biggest mistake is players continue to buy this broke azz game every year...💩💩💩