From Jordan-era cover legends to modern MyCareer epics, every generation of the franchise squares off. Which one still rules the court?
1NBA 2K16A 2015 release with a Spike Lee-directed MyCareer, praised for depth and creative freedom.1000pts
2NBA 2K12The 2011 game celebrated for its landmark Greatest mode featuring legends.756pts
3NBA 2K19A 2018 release with a well-received MyCareer chapter and smooth gameplay.597pts
4NBA 2K14The 2013 next-gen entry that solidified 2K as the dominant basketball franchise.596pts
5NBA 2K20A 2019 release praised for its balanced MyCareer story and mechanics.517pts
6NBA 2K24The 2023 release headlined by a Kobe Bryant Mamba Moments tribute mode.517pts
7NBA 2K17A 2016 sequel that expanded MyCareer and refined the on-court gameplay.423pts
8NBA 2K23A 2022 release with a refreshed Jordan Challenge and improved shooting.423pts
9NBA 2K18The 2017 entry that introduced the Neighborhood open-world hub.423pts
10NBA 2K21The 2020 cross-generation launch title for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X.423pts
11NBA 2K11The 2010 entry famed for its Jordan Challenge mode, widely called the series peak.423pts
12NBA 2K10The 2009 entry that added the My Player career mode for the first time.423pts
13NBA 2K13The 2012 entry with a Jay-Z executive-produced presentation and a beloved MyTeam mode.0pts
14NBA 2K9The 2008 entry that won awards as the best basketball sim of its year.0pts
