You Want to Dunk Like a Champion? A Guide (Mostly) for NBA 2K21 Domination (and Avoiding Air Guitar on the Court)
Let's face it, there's nothing quite like throwing down a thunderous dunk. It's the ultimate power move, the highlight reel material that makes defenders cry into their oversized sweatpants. But unless you're blessed with the leaping ability of a startled gazelle (or have access to a very sturdy trampoline), dunking in real life might be a bit of a challenge.
Fear not, aspiring posterizers! NBA 2K21 is here to quench your thirst for skyslam glory (and avoid any potential hospital bills). Here's your crash course on becoming a virtual Vince Carter, minus the questionable hairline.
Step 1: Assembling Your Dunking Arsenal (It's Not What You Think)
Forget shopping lists of weights and protein powder. In the digital realm, your weapons of choice are your controller and a healthy dose of coordination. Here's the basic breakdown:
- The Turbo Button: Your trusty steed. Hold this down like it owes you money as you charge towards the rim. (This is generally labelled as RT on Xbox and R2 on PlayStation).
- The Right Stick: Think of this as your dunk conductor's baton. Flick it in the right direction, and your player will unleash their inner acrobat.
Remember: Practice makes perfect (or at least mildly embarrassing). Hitting the training court is a great way to get a feel for the controls before you try throwing down on LeBron.
Now We're Dunking: A Guide to Various Slam Styles
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The Basic Dunk (For When You Need Reliability): This is your bread-and-butter dunk. Hold the turbo button, get close to the rim, and flick the right stick up. It may not be the flashiest move, but it gets the job done with minimal risk of getting swatted into next week.
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The Flashy Dunk (For When Style Points Matter): Feeling a bit extra? Hold the turbo button, get near the rim, and flick the right stick down. Be warned: this dunk is more susceptible to blocks, so time it right or you might end up looking like you're trying to air guitar with a basketball.
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The Dominant Hand Dunk (Because Everyone Has a Favorite): Want to throw down with your power hand? Hold the turbo button, get near the rim, and flick the right stick up and to the left/right, depending on which hand you want to use.
Pro Tip: Unlock additional dunk packages in the MyPLAYER Lab as you progress. More variety, more chances to leave defenders in awe (or clutching their ankles in pain...metaphorically, of course).
Slam Dunk Safety: A Few Words of Caution
- Be Mindful of Your Player's Stats: Not all virtual ballers are created equal. If your player has hops that rival a pogo stick, you'll have a much easier time throwing down dunks. If they're vertically challenged and built like a brick house, well...maybe focus on those layups.
- Don't Be a Reckless Dunker: Just because you can dunk, doesn't mean you should every time. If there's a crowd of defenders waiting to turn your dunk attempt into a highlight reel for the wrong reasons, maybe consider a different approach.
There you have it! With a little practice and these handy tips, you'll be dunking like a pro in NBA 2K21 in no time. Remember, dunking is about more than just points; it's about striking fear into the hearts of your opponents and looking effortlessly cool while doing it. Now go forth and conquer the rim (virtually, of course)!
