The Trash Talk Quests add a fun layer to MyCareer endorsements by keeping you engaged with the media. While NBA 2K26 delivers a fair amount of competition in terms of gameplay, these Trash Talks make the NBA universe all the more immersive.
Here, your opponents call you out in the media, inviting you to reply with sharp comebacks and prove who’s the boss on the court. As fun as it sounds, finding and completing these quests can be tricky, but thanks to this guide, you’ll figure it out much quicker.
Where’s The Trash Talk Quest In NBA 2K26?
There’s no fixed time or location for the Trash Talks to show up; the notification will pop up on your phone randomly. However, you can boost its probability by grinding through key MyCareer games until some hotshot decides to call you out. For many, the notification may prompt after the following:
- Complete the goals of the first half of the NBA season
- Assign new goals for the second half
Doing so provides six key games for the second half of the remaining NBA season. To trigger a Trash Talk quest, complete two of these games, and your phone might just buzz. If it does, make sure to reply with a sharp response to reciprocate your opponent’s energy, as being neutral means bailing out of the whole trash-talk situation.
How To Complete The Trash Talk Quest In NBA 2K26
As mentioned, don’t forget to reply with an assertive trash talk, or you’d have to wait for a while until this notification shows up again. Though once you initiate a sharp conversation, it will set up some in-game goals, such as outscoring the opponent or shutting down their key player. Completing these will help you progress endorsements, boost fan engagement, and earn unique in-game bonuses.
While the science behind triggering these notifications is clear, these quests are still not as easy as they seem. Players who call you out openly aren’t some rookies with basic skills; they are solid stars capable of beating you in minutes if you aren’t much of an expert yourself. So if you are going full-on trash talk mode, make sure you’ve got the guts to stand up for your name. Otherwise, don’t hesitate to bring down the difficulty level in MyCareer for the sake of some extra rewards.
