Best Dribble Moves You Should Use in NBA 2K25

Using the best Dribble moves based on your build in NBA 2K25 can give you a crucial edge. So, here’s everything you need to know.

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The best Dribble moves depend on your build’s height. (Source: 2K)

2K has overhauled the dribbling system in their latest NBA game, so there’s a lot to learn, even for veterans. The gameplay now feels more realistic and immersive, so you might need to change your tactics.

There are countless Dribble moves you can choose from in NBA 2K25, but the best one relies on your MyPLAYER build. This means Small Guards, Wings, and Bigs will have to pick different animations. We’ve detailed all the right choices down below.

Best Dribble Moves in NBA 2K25 According to Height

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Bigs have the easiest requirements to get all Dribble moves. (Source: 2K)

We’ve picked the following Dribble moves as the best ones in NBA 2K25 based on a number of factors. These are often the fastest in their categories, or the most versatile. Some of these Dribble moves, for instance, let you chain into other moves.

With that in mind, here’s a detailed breakdown of the best Dribble moves in NBA 2K25:

Best Dribble Moves for Small Guards (6’4″ and under)

Dribble MovesPackageBall Handle Requirement
Dribble StyleKyrie Irving94+ (Speed with Ball)
Signature Size-UpTrae Young92+
Regular Breakdown ComboIsaiah Thomas85+
Aggressive Breakdown ComboJa Morant86+
Escape MoveStephen Curry92+
Combo MoveJa Morant86+
CrossoverChris Paul80+
Behind the BackTrae Young92+
SpinSteve Nash80+
HesitationDarius Garland84+
StepbackLuka Doncic84+

Best Dribble Moves for Wings (6’5″ – 6’9″)

Dribble MovesPackageBall Handle Requirement
Dribble StyleZion Williamson60+ (Speed with Ball)
Signature Size-UpKawhi Leonard70+
Regular Breakdown ComboZach Lavine80+
Aggressive Breakdown ComboJayson Tatum75+
Escape MoveKobe Bryant88+
Combo MoveZach Lavine80+
CrossoverJosh Giddey76+
Behind the BackAndrew Wiggins75+
SpinSteve Nash80+
HesitationKobe Bryant88+
StepbackZach Lavine80+

Best Dribble Moves for Bigs (6’10” and above)

Dribble MovesPackageBall Handle Requirement
Dribble StyleZion Williamson60+ (Speed with Ball)
Signature Size-UpBen Simmons65+
Regular Breakdown ComboGiannis Antetokounmpo74+
Aggressive Breakdown ComboKevin Durant73+
Escape MoveKevin Durant73+
Combo MoveKevin Durant73+
CrossoverPro70+
Behind the BackNormal40+
SpinKevin Durant73+
HesitationKevin Durant73+
StepbackGiannis Antetokounmpo74+

Meanwhile, if you want access to all these Dribble Moves, here are the minimum stats you’ll need for your build:

HeightBall HandleSpeed with Ball
Small Guards (6’4″ and under)9294
Wings (6’5″ – 6’9″)8860
Bigs (6’10” and above)7460

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