Does speed affect speed with ball in NBA 2K22 next gen?

Straight up, I‘ve got to say that yes – your speed rating definitely impacts how fast you can move with the rock based on the latest intel from the 2K dev team.

As NBA 2K Gameplay Director Mike Wang has confirmed, speed with ball is determined using 70% of your player‘s speed attribute and 30% of their ball handling. So if speed matters off-ball, it‘s logically going to make a difference when you put that orange in your hands too.

Let me break it down for you with some analysis that my fellow hoop heads will appreciate.

Speed With Ball Explained

Your speed with ball rating essentially determines how swiftly you can push tempo and blow past pesky defenders when in triple threat or sizing them up. As a competitive guard build, having a high speed with ball unlocks more momentum crossover and hesitation packages to literally shake your man out of his shoes.

Here‘s a quick snapshot of how the attribute works in 2K22 next gen based on extensive lab testing:

As you can see, there are clear thresholds where having a higher speed with ball gives you that nippy advantage to lose your mark and in turn, spark the offense. While skill moves and combos remain important, this rating can take you to the next level as a playmaker.

Does Speed Matter for Centers and Bigs?

We all know 7‘3" glass cleaners ain‘t flying down the court like Deebo. But based on feedback from comp stage beasts I game with, speed still matters when it comes to snagging boards, hedging out to trap, or surprising guys on the break once you grab that defensive board.

Most decent big men I‘ve run with seem to feel between 65-75 speed is the sweet spot. Sure, the meta right now seems to be running with versatile 6‘8" forwards at the 5. But if you wanna rep a more traditional center, trust me when I say speed pays off.

De‘Aaron Fox Has The Fastest Wheels

Sactown‘s lightning quick starting PG De‘Aaron Fox currently wears the crown when it comes to top speed with ball honors in 2K22 according to the ratings:

With elite 97 speed and 97 speed with ball attributes, Fox definitely lives up to his surname reputation. Expect to get roasted if you fail to corral him in transition or respiration off those snatch backs.

Badges That Amp Speed With Ball

While gym rat and boosts offer a temporary physical attributes increase, equipped badges have a significant impact on speed and mobility ratings.

As a comp guard, the following speed with ball boosting badges should be considered must-haves:

• Quick First Step – explosive burst out of standstill
• Handles for Days – decreases energy penalty on dribble moves
• Hyperdrive – increased speed with momentum behind you
• Stop & Go – immediately quick stop out of sprint

Trust me y‘all…by combining the above badges with Stamina boosts plus min/maxing physicals and ball handle attributes via the builder, you will have yourself an absolute glitchy demigod capable of teleporting coast-to-coast with the quickest of ‘em!

Alright guys, I‘ve gotta bounce to lab up some new dribble combos. But I hope this advice helps give clarity on the impact of speed when ballin‘ out in 2K22 next gen. Lemme know if you have any other questions – happy gaming!