NBA 2K23 Release Time & Date COUNTDOWN: Launch Schedule & Latest Reveals


We're finally just hours out from the NBA 2K23 release time! That means counting things down while covering all the latest news and reveals leading up to its launch - including a look into The City, new MyPLAYER Builders, and more.

With that, join us as we cover all the latest NBA 2K23 news leading up to launch time.

NBA 2K23 Release Time & Date COUNTDOWN

The official release date for NBA 2K23 is September 9, 2022, but when will you be able to play the game?

NBA 2K23 Release Time

The PlayStation Store lists the official NBA 2K23 release time as 12am EST on September 9, 2022, and this release time translates to 9pm PST for those on the west coast.

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COMING SOON: We're only days away from the official NBA 2K23 launch

As we wait for NBA 2K23 to arrive, how about all of the things 2K has revealed about the game leading up to launch?

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New MyCAREER & MyPLAYER Builder

One of the most notable reveals for NBA 2K23 includes details for its MyCAREER game mode and its MyPLAYER builds and beyond.

MyCAREER will see MP return and face brand new challenges. Some new faces will play a part, including J. Cole and Tracy McGrady.

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STUDIO TIME: Head to the Dreamville Studios to work with J. Cole

There's also a new MyPLAYER Builder that might be troublesome to navigate at first. However, we took a look at a few builds and its attributes right here.

There are new build descriptions in NBA 2K23 as well, allowing for more customization and control for users to separate themselves on the court.

MyTEAM Season 1 Revealed

The first Season of MyTEAM has been revealed, starting with the Level 1 reward which is a Free Agent Giannis Antetokounmpo.

The top reward of the first six weeks is a Pink Diamond Scottie Pippen but there are several other NBA 2K23 rewards on the way.

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REWARDS: Earn a ton of rewards through the first six weeks of MyTEAM

During NBA 2K23 MyTEAM Season 1 there are 8 collections to complete with Amethyst and Diamond rewards for the most common cards pulled from packs.

One of these cards is the Diamond Lamar Odom which is available in:

  • Vaults
  • Triple Threat Online
  • Triple Threat Online: Co-Op Competitive
  • Clutch Time Wheel Spins
  • Draft’s Ascension
  • The Weekly Wheel (Log-in Rewards)

There's another MyTEAM reveal for NBA 2K23 Season 1 coming tomorrow, so be sure to check that out as well.

NBA 2K23 The City Trailer

Since the first reveal trailer, we've received a ton of NBA 2K23 trailers including The City trailer which was released today.

The new trailer showcases a ton of new features for the next-gen exclusive game mode, and this includes the new Affiliation Boroughs.

To learn more about the Affiliations and some of the new features of The City, follow this link for our full breakdown.

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