NBA 2K24 best Small Forward build for MyPlayer & The City
If you’re playing MyPlayer mode in NBA 2K24 and want to make a Small Forward build, you are in the right place. The best Small Forwards around right now are LeBron James, Jimmy Butler and Kawhi Leonard, and if you want to emulate some of their abilities and hopefully even their careers, we have a guide for you.
Small Forwards are all about getting points, rebounds and assists. Arguably, they are one of the most important positions in the game. You’re going to need to be strong, fast, agile and clinical.
So here is everything you need to know about building the best Small Forward in NBA 2K24 MyPlayer.
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The best Small Forward build in NBA 2K24
For our best NBA 2K24 Small Forward, we have aimed for a player who can both score and assist, offering a balance of both whilst still being able to hold your own physically.
Admittedly, you’re going to be limited defensively, but it’s okay - you’re not on the court for that.
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NBA 2K24 Small Forward build attributes
Body attributes:
- Height: 6'8"
- Weight: 210lbs
- Wingspan: 6'10"
Skill attributes:
| Attribute | Value |
| Close Shot | 71 |
| Driving Layup | 81 |
| Driving Dunk | 91 |
| Standing Dunk | 47 |
You’re going to be able to finish and it is all about the Driving Dunk combined with the Driving Layup. This should help make you a threat on the court, and you’re not going to be tall enough for the Standing Dunk to be too effective.
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Shooting
| Attribute | Value |
| Mid-Range Shot | 75 |
| Three-point Shot | 87 |
| Free Throw | 71 |
Shooting is good with this build, with your player finding the most success with three-pointers, but you’re able enough with the rest of the stats to get by.
Playmaking
| Attribute | Value |
| Pass Accuracy | 88 |
| Ball Handle | 82 |
| Speed with Ball | 77 |
Playmaking will do a lot of the heavy lifting for the Small Forward. When you aren’t nabbing points, you’re going to want to be an asset elsewhere and setting up your teammates is where you are going to be best.
Defence
| Attribute | Value |
| Interior Defense | 58 |
| Perimeter Defense | 55 |
| Steal | 30 |
| Defensive Rebound | 29 |
Admittedly, defence isn’t where you will stand out - you're going to do your best work at the other end of the court.
Physical
| Attribute | Value |
| Speed | 84 |
| Acceleration | 75 |
| Strength | 91 |
| Vertical | 79 |
| Stamina | 99 |
Physically, you’re going to be strong, fast and able to run for days with very high Stamina. Stamina is always one of the most important attributes for any build in NBA 2K24.
The meta will change and shift as the game ages, so we will continue to keep this guide updated in line with these changes.
That's everything you need to know about building the best Short Forward in NBA 2K24.
For more on NBA 2K24 build guides, be sure to check out our NBA 2K homepage, or a rundown of the best builds for Power Forward, Centers, Point Guards, and Shooting Guards.
