Badge history · Playmaking
Strong Handle Badge History
Reduces the likelihood of being bothered by defenders when dribbling. Strong Handle first appeared in NBA 2K25 and last appeared in NBA 2K27. Here is what it took to unlock in each game.
| 2K15 | Not in this game |
| 2K16 | Not in this game |
| 2K17 | Not in this game |
| 2K18 | Not in this game |
| 2K19 | Not in this game |
| 2K20 | Not in this game |
| 2K21 | Not in this game |
| 2K22 | Not in this game |
| 2K23 | Not in this game |
| 2K24 | Not in this game |
| 2K25 | Ball Handle 60 / 67 / 73 / 77 / 80; Strength 60 / 65 / 73 / 84 / 935'9-6'11Tiers: Bronze / Silver / Gold / Hall of Fame / LegendFull 2K25 page → |
| 2K26 | Ball Handle 60 / 67 / 73 / 77 / 80; Strength 60 / 65 / 73 / 84 / 935'9-6'11Tiers: Bronze / Silver / Gold / Hall of Fame / LegendFull 2K26 page → |
| 2K27 | Ball Handle 60 / 67 / 73 / 78; Strength 75 / 82 / 89 / 955'9-6'11Tiers: Bronze / Silver / Gold / Hall of FameFull 2K27 page → |
2K15 to 2K19 badges unlocked through gameplay counts, 2K20 used badge points, and 2K21 onward used attribute ratings per tier. See the full older-game unlock lists.
Common questions
What rating does Strong Handle need in NBA 2K25?
Ball Handle 60 / 67 / 73 / 77 / 80; Strength 60 / 65 / 73 / 84 / 93.
Is Strong Handle in NBA 2K27?
Yes. Strong Handle is in NBA 2K27 and has appeared in 3 games since 2K25.
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