In NBA 2K26, there are new controls for flashy passing, and there’s also a new passing technique to help teams maintain possession. Both of these passes have their uses, so mastering them is great, especially for point guards or playmaking centers, such as Jokic.
Flashy passes, including no-looks, behind-the-back, and over-the-shoulder, are also incredibly popular, given how great they look.
Players can practice these passes and other team moves, such as alley-oops in NBA 2K26, in quick modes such as Blacktop or scrimmages, the latter of which is available in the Learn 2K menu.
How To Flashy Pass In NBA 2K26
The input for flashy passing has been changed from previous installments of the series, but as long as a player has a high passing stat, they still work just as well.
To perform a flashy pass in NBA 2K26, two buttons need to be pressed at the same time.
- PlayStation: Cross & Circle
- Xbox: A & B
On either controller, point the Left Stick in the direction you want the pass to go.
Flashy passes can also be performed while going up for a layup or dunk, and will cancel that animation to throw the ball behind.
When the direction of a pass is behind a player or at any other weird angle, flashy passes are often best, as the player will throw the ball over their shoulder, for example. This is much faster than turning around for a normal chest pass.
Trying flashy passes with players who have bad handling and passing is a recipe for more turnovers.
How To Wraparound Pass In NBA 2K26
Wraparound passes or wrap passes are essentially where the passer puts extra effort into passing around a defender, often using their own body to protect the ball. At the cost of a little speed, the pass is less likely to be intercepted. When being pressed or double-teamed, a wrap pass may be necessary.
To perform a wrap pass in NBA 2K26, the passer needs to be guarded or under some form of pressure:
- PlayStation: Double-tap Circle
- Xbox: Double-tap B
Use the Left Stick to dictate the direction of the pass.
These are the old controls for flashy passing in previous installments of the NBA 2K series.
NBA 2K26
- Released
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September 5, 2025
- ESRB
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Everyone / In-Game Purchases, Users Interact
- Engine
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Unreal Engine 5
- Multiplayer
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Online Multiplayer, Online Co-Op, Local Multiplayer, Local Co-Op
- Cross-Platform Play
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Yes – PS5/Xbox Series only
- Cross Save
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Yes – same console family (e.g.between PS5/PS4, or Xbox Series/Xbox One)
