NBA 2K25 is finally live, which means a plethora of players are looking for the best builds for their MyPLAYER.
Players who want to have an impact on both sides of the field normally choose to create a small forward, which is the second most popular position, only behind the point guard.
However, creating the perfect small forward build isn't an easy task, as there are many things to take into account. So let's find out how to create the best small forward build in NBA 2K25.
Best Small Forward Build in NBA 2K25
This guide will teach players how to create the best small forward build in NBA 2K25.
With this build, players will be a two-way threat, able to lockdown players on defense, while scoring at ease on offense. Furthermore, players will also have a good playmaking ability.
The strong point of this build is defense, as it has incredibly high defensive attributes, that allow players to lockdown opponents on the perimeter, but also hold their own in the post.
When it comes to offense, the mid-range is the bread and butter of this build. However, with this build, players will also be able to finish at the rim with somewhat ease, mainly because of the high speed, agility, and strength.
So, when it comes to comparing this build with current NBA players, Jimmy Butler, Kawhi Leonard, and Mikal Bridges are the best comparisons.
Without further ado, let's take a look at the template, attributes, badges, and takeovers of this build.
Build Template
Here are the build template details:
Build Template |
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Height - 6’7’’ |
Weight - 229 lbs |
Wingspan - 7’3’’ |
Attributes
This is how the attributes should be allocated:
Attributes |
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Close Shot - 72 |
Driving Layup – 65 |
Driving Dunk – 65 |
Standing Dunk – 45 |
Post Control – 50 |
Mid-range Shot – 87 |
Three-Point Shot – 79 |
Free Throw – 91 |
Pass Accuracy – 75 |
Ball Handle – 65 |
Speed with Ball – 59 |
Interior Defense – 64 |
Perimeter Defense – 96 |
Steal – 94 |
Block - 78 |
Offensive Rebound – 25 |
Defensive Rebound – 60 |
Speed – 84 |
Agility - 84 |
Strength – 85 |
Vertical – 74 |
Badges
Badges are a very important part of any build, and reaching their highest tier it's what unlocks the true potential of this, or any build in NBA 2K.
Here are all the badges this build contains:
Badges |
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Challenger - Bronze, Silver, Gold, and HOF (Tier 1) |
Deadeye - Bronze, Silver (Tier 1) |
Interceptor - Bronze, Silver, Gold, and HOF (Tier 1) |
Glove - Bronze, Silver, Gold (Tier 1) |
On-Ball Menace - Bronze, Silver, Gold, and HOF (Tier 1) |
Set Shot Specialist - Bronze and Silver (Tier 1) |
Rebound Chaser - Bronze (Tier 1) |
Pick Dodger - Bronze, Silver, and Gold (Tier 1) |
Shifty Shooter - Bronze, Silver (Tier 1) |
Strong Handle - Bronze (Tier 1) |
Aerial Wizard - Bronze (Tier 2) |
Boxout Beast - Bronze (Tier 2) |
Break Starter - Bronze and Silver (Tier 2) |
Brick Wall - Bronze and Silver (Tier 2) |
High-Flying Denier - Bronze and Silver (Tier 2) |
Float Game - Bronze (Tier 2) |
Dimer - Bronze and Silver (Tier 2) |
Immovable Enforcer - Bronze, Silver, and Gold (Tier 2) |
Paint Patroller - Bronze (Tier 2) |
Off-Ball Pest - Bronze, Silver, Gold, HOF (Tier 2) |
Slippery Off-Ball - Bronze, Silver (Tier 2) |
Takeovers
Takeovers are just as important as badges, as they highly impact the playstyle of a build and the areas in which it excels.
Here are all the takeovers available for this build:
Takeovers |
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Fortress |
Glue |
Great Wall |
Middy Maestro |
Mirror |
Nuisance |
Pest |
Pickpocket |
The Claw |
With all the attributes and badges maxed out this build is almost unstoppable, and is perfect for players who want a small forward that can be impactful on both sides of the court.
It's worth noting that players are incentivized to make changes to this build to fit their playing style as best as possible.
For example, if a player wants a small forward with a higher three-point shoot, then it can take points from the mid-range and place them on the three-point shoot attribute.