Press W to move forward. Press S to move backward. Press A to move left. Press D to move right. Keep in mind that NBA 2k16 does not allow you to remap any of its controls on your PC. [1] X Research source Hold down Enter to sprint while moving.
In NBA 2k16, shooting is all about timing. Hold 5, watch the shot meter at your player’s feet, and release when the meter is close to the middle. [2] X Research source You can also use the 2, 4, 6, and 8 keys to shoot. These buttons are primarily used for various dribbling moves, but holding them down can lead to a layup, floater, etc. The 5 key on your number pad is also used to steal the ball when on defense.
In NBA 2k16, shooting is all about timing. Hold 5, watch the shot meter at your player’s feet, and release when the meter is close to the middle. [2] X Research source You can also use the 2, 4, 6, and 8 keys to shoot. These buttons are primarily used for various dribbling moves, but holding them down can lead to a layup, floater, etc. The 5 key on your number pad is also used to steal the ball when on defense.
When your team is not in possession of the ball, you can tap the Spacebar to switch players. To navigate crowded passing lanes, you may opt for a bounce pass. Tap 1 on your number pad to do so. You may also want to perform an alley-oop when the opportunity presents itself. Tap 3 on the number pad to do so. On defense, you can use 3 to jump or block a shot.
NBA 2k16 is also available on the Xbox 360, and its controls on both Xbox consoles are largely the same. While moving, hold down the right trigger, or RT, to sprint. [3] X Research source
Using X to shoot is easier, but offers limited control over your shot. Using the right stick, which the game refers to as the “shot stick,” requires greater precision, but offers more creative control over your shot. [4] X Research source On defense, you can use X to attempt a steal as well.
Tap B to perform a bounce pass, or Y to perform a lob/alley-oop. The B button also lets you take a charge on defense, and the Y button lets you jump/block a shot. You can also hold down RB to “button pass,” allowing you to choose a teammate to pass to based on the button above their head.
NBA 2k16 is also available on the PS3, and its controls on both PlayStation consoles are largely the same. While moving, hold down R2 to sprint. [5] X Research source
Using square to shoot is easier, but offers limited control over your shot. Using the right stick, which the game refers to as the “shot stick,” requires greater precision, but offers more creative control over your shot. [6] X Research source On defense, you can use square to attempt a steal as well.
Tap circle to perform a bounce pass, or triangle to perform a lob/alley-oop. The circle button also lets you take a charge on defense, and the triangle button lets you jump/block a shot. You can also hold down R1 to “button pass,” allowing you to choose a teammate to pass to based on the button above their head.
