The slam dunk is that exclamation point that puts a little something extra on those two-point baskets in basketball. In NBA 2K21 dunking, gamers have a number of options at their disposal for throwing it down. Those include two-handed, dominant, off-hand, and flashy dunks. In this guide we’ll show you how to dunk it in 2K21.
NBA 2K21 dunking: How to do a two-hand or one-hand dunk
Just like in the NBA 2K20 game, you’ll need to be driving down the lane without a player guarding you too heavily. While it’s possible to be contested and achieve NBA 2K21 dunking, it works mostly for players moving fast into an open lane to the basket. Obviously, it needs to be a player who can perform an NBA Slam Dunk too.
To perform a two-hand dunk in NBA 2K21:
- Press R2 on PS4 controller (RB) on Xbox One as you’re moving.
- Push the Right Stick up on PS4/Xbox One controller as driving in close.
You can also perform a one-hand dunk with either your player’s dominant or off-hand. You’ll need to be moving in close range to the basket similar to the two-hand dunk.
To perform a one-hand dunk:
- Press R2 on PS4 controller and move towards the basket.
- Hold the Right Stick up to the left or right while in close range.
Note: The direction you choose on the Right Stick (left or right) determines which hand your player will dunk with.
How to perform flashy dunks in 2K21
So you want to add some razzle-dazzle and showboat with a flashier dunk? That’s possible as well in the NBA 2K21 dunking. With players like Zion Williamson, Donovan Mitchell, Aaron Gordon, Zach LaVine, and others able to pull off innovative aerial assaults on the hoop, why not take advantage?
To perform a flashy dunk in NBA 2K21:
- Press and hold R2 as you’re moving towards the basket.
- Hold the Right Stick down as you’re in close range.
- Release the Right Stick to complete the flashy dunk.
Keep in mind, some players will have a lot more to utilize when it comes to flashy dunks. Therefore don’t expect a ton of flashy stuff from certain players as they simply may not have the arsenal others do.
Also of note, players who are unable to dunk will simply do a layup when you attempt to dunk with them.
How to do a putbank dunk in NBA 2K21
We should mention one other type of dunk that is relatively easy to do. A putback dunk is an option in NBA 2K21 which you’ll want to learn as well. This involves soaring through the air for a rebound and dunking the ball in for the score.
To perform a putbank dunk:
- Go for the offensive rebound after a missed shot on offense.
- Press the Square button on PS4 controller as you attempt a rebound.
- Your player should grab the ball and dunk it in unless contested.
You can practice dunks by going into the NBA 2K21’s 2KU mode. It offers various practice scenarios to hone your skills. Visit our NBA 2K page to get more of the latest game updates.