Here’s something ball hoggers will never understand: nothing can set you apart in NBA 2K26 like the ability to throw needle-like passes for some easy baskets. But although having high stats plays a huge part in that, picking the right pass style is just as vital if you want to unlock your inner Magic both early on and in the late-game.
To help you find the best fit for your build and avoid being locked away from the meta, here are the best pass styles for all builds in NBA 2K26.
The Best Pass Styles For Every Build In NBA 2K26
To start, it’s important to point out that, unlike the motion styles, players of all heights have access to the same selection of pass styles in NBA 2K26, as long as they fulfill their requirements. True to that, we consider LeBron James to be the best pass style for all builds. Requiring only 85 Passing Accuracy, the style brings everything you need to the court by showcasing top-tier speed and precision. Its fancy and on-air passes also won’t disappoint via their lack of excessive animations.
When looking for a budget alternative, De’Aaron Fox’s style is then our pick, given its low requirements (77) and phenomenal ball speed. For larger builds (over 6’10), we have also found a lot of success with Nikola Jokić, which allows you to perform precise break passes even while having a below 80 stat. To recap, you can check out a quick overview of the best passing styles in NBA 2K26 below, as well as a few other sure-to-excel alternatives. After all, the best style for you will, in many cases, come down to both feel and familiarity above all else.
- LeBron James (85 Passing Accuracy): Fast and efficient. LeBron’s style offers the best combo of accuracy and speed, no matter your build or position.
- Jimmy Butler (85 Passing Accuracy): Offers a performance on par with LeBron’s. Ideal for those who want to keep the standard but are not fans of the King’s signature passes. It might disappoint if looking to pass after taking off often.
- De’Aaron Fox (77 Passing Accuracy): The best budget pick for guards and forwards. Offers great accuracy and unmatched speed if paired with high enough stats.
- LaMelo Ball (80 Passing Accuracy): Another great pick for agile builds. Ideal for smaller players looking to distribute the game mid-play without losing momentum.
- Nikola Jokić (79 Passing Accuracy): A cost-efficient style, perfect for those looking to excel following defensive rebounds or when distributing the ball in the paint.
The Best Passing Accuracy Stat for Guards, Centers, And Forwards
As the stat plays the largest role in dictating the precision and overall speed of your passes, we consider 87 Passing Accuracy to be the baseline for any center in NBA 2K26. The reason? It gives you access to badges like Gold Break Starter, which is vital for breakouts. For all other positions, aim to get the stat as high as you can, with 92 being the sweet spot for all but Point Guards, where 99 is the goal. Here’s the minimal Passing Accuracy recommended for each position in NBA 2K26 and what passing badges reaching each of them will net you:
- Point Guards: 99 (Legend Bail Out, Dimer, Break Starter, and Versatile Visionary)
- Small Forwards: 92+ (Hall Of Fame Dimer / Gold Break Starter, Bail Out, and Versatile Visionary)
- Shooting Guards And Power Forwards: 90+ (Silver Bail Out / Gold Break Starter, Dimer, and Versatile Visionary)
- Centers: 87+ (Gold Bail Out, Dimer, Break Starter, and Versatile Visionary)
Now that you know which pass styles can awaken the best in your player, make sure to also take a look at the Best Dribble Moves For Every Build in NBA 2K26. While at it, we also recommend checking out the Best Layup Packages in the game so you can become a complete threat no matter the opposition or mode.
