NBA 2K18 Jordan Proving Grounds Guide – How to Create Your MyPlayer and Get Started

When you start MyCareer in NBA 2K18, you’ll begin at the Jordan Proving Grounds, a streetball tournament where you showcase your skills before making it to the NBA. This introduction not only sets up your career but also helps you fine-tune your MyPlayer build.

In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to create your ideal MyPlayer, unlock rewards, and prepare for your NBA journey.

Choose Your Position and Archetype

NBA 2K18 introduces a dual-archetype system, meaning you can select a primary skill and a secondary skill that shape your player’s stats. Each position has different archetypes, affecting how your player performs on the court.

For example, if you select Point Guard, you might choose:

• Primary Skill: Ball Handling & Passing
• Secondary Skill: Driving & Finishing

This setup determines your attributes, strengths, and available badges. Choose wisely, as it will impact your MyCareer progress.

Set Your Physical Attributes

After selecting your archetype, you’ll adjust your height, weight, wingspan, and jersey number. These factors influence your player’s abilities. For instance, a taller player may have better defense and rebounding but could be slower, while a lighter player may be faster but struggle against stronger opponents.

Once your MyPlayer is ready, you’ll enter the Proving Grounds tournament.

Meet ATM and Decide Your Team

Shortly after creating your character, you’ll meet ATM, another player in the Jordan Proving Grounds. You’ll have two choices:

1. Team up with ATM
2. Play against ATM

Your choice won’t affect the overall story, but teaming up with ATM provides early chemistry for the upcoming games.

Unlock the AJ 32 Shoes

Before jumping into a game, look around the Proving Grounds area for extra rewards. You can unlock the AJ 32 shoes for your player by taking a selfie.

How to Unlock the AJ 32 Shoes:

• Walk over to the shoe display.
• Find the AJ 32 sneakers at the far end.
• Take a selfie when prompted.

These shoes will be added to your MyPlayer’s wardrobe.

Choose Your Jump Shot

Before heading into your first game, you can customize your jump shot at the practice court.

How to Pick Your Jump Shot:

• Locate the ball machine near the practice court.
• Choose a jump shot from the available options.
• Practice your shot timing before starting the games.

Some players prefer using Steph Curry’s jump shot because it has a smooth release and is easier to time.

Compete in the Jordan Proving Grounds Tournament

Now that you’re ready, head to the court and play three matches to showcase your skills.

Breakdown of the Proving Grounds Matches:

1. Match 1: A standard 3v3 streetball game.
2. Match 2: Another 3v3 game with increased intensity.
3. Match 3 – The Final Game: The Proving Grounds Championship match.

Your performance in these games determines how NBA scouts perceive you. Play well to boost your draft stock.

Getting Scouted and Advancing to Training Camp

After completing all three games, you’ll be approached by a scout from the NBA team you selected at the start of MyCareer. They’ll invite you to attend training camp, marking the next step in your journey to the NBA.

If you haven’t done so already be sure to claim your NBA 2K18 pre-order DLC items. This will give you a nice little boost to help you as you start your career and begin to level up your character.

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