Season three is coming soon to NBA 2K26, and it will add plenty of new content for players to grind.
2K earlier confirmed the launch dates as part of the update 3.0 patch notes, and we are less than 10 days away as of writing. This guide will provide you with a countdown for the upcoming season and a brief idea about what to expect.
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NBA 2K26 Season 3 release countdown
Season 3 will go live globally on Nov. 28 across all platforms. It will directly succeed Season 2 and introduce a new pass. The countdown below marks the exact time of launch of the new season.
The countdown is based on the following timings.
- 8am PT
- 10am CT
- 11am ET
- 4pm UTC/BT
- 5pm CET
Once the new season goes live, you’ll need to install the live update to access the fresh content.
NBA 2K26 Season 3 rewards
We have received the first bit of confirmed rewards regarding the items on offer. Let's look at the key rewards you can obtain for MyCareer and MyPlayer modes.
- Level 3: Snowflake Ball Trail
- Level 12: Dragon Green Release
- Level 16: Tier 2 Boosted Accessory (10% REP Bonus)
- Level 18: Jetpack (Gen 9)
- Level 29: Jingle Beard
- Level 32: Snowflake Eyes
- Level 33: Cade Cunningham Jersey Tee
- Level 36: ‘No Limit’ Basketball Jersey
- Level 37: New Balance Combo Pack
- Level 39: Chill Ginger Mascot
- Level 40: +1 Cap Breaker
MyTeam begins with an Evolution Kyle Kuzma at Level 1. You'll also get the following items by completing the seasonal grind.
- Level 7: ‘Cheater’ Game Changer Card x3
- level 10: Amethyst Jalen Duren
- Level 15: 90+ OVR Pack (Unauctionable)
- Level 20: Diamond Kyrie Irving
- Level 22: ''Wildcard' & 'Clock Out' Game Changers x5
- Level 28: Ping Diamond Coach Rick Carlisle
- Level 25: Season 3 Rewards Diamond Player Pack (Unauctionable)
- Level 30: Pink Diamond Alonzo Mourning
- Level 32: 10,000 MTP
- Level 33: 92+ OVR Premium Pack (Unauctionable)
- Level 35: Galaxy Opal Paige Bueckers
- Level 39: 50 Coach Points
- Level 40: Galaxy Opal Anthony Edwards.
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