NBA 2K26 Hop Jumper Animation Requirements: Full Breakdown by Player Package

If you’re grinding your way through NBA 2K26 and building out your MyPLAYER with the most effective animations, understanding the hop jumper animation requirements is key. Hop jumpers can make or break your scoring game, especially in tight, competitive matchups. Whether you’re recreating Steph Curry’s lethal stepbacks or channeling your inner MJ, using the right animations based on your stats and height is essential.

Below, we’ve compiled a detailed guide to every hop jumper package in NBA 2K26, complete with required Mid-Range/3-Point shot ratings and height restrictions. Let’s dive in and help you find the perfect move set to boost your scoring arsenal on the court.

The importance of Hop Jumpers

Hop jumpers are more than just flashy moves: they create space, keep defenders guessing, and let you get clean looks in clutch moments. In NBA 2K26, hop jumpers vary in speed, elevation, and separation, and just like dunk or dribble packages, not all are available to every build. To equip a signature hop jumper, your MyPLAYER must meet both the minimum shooting attribute and height requirement.

All NBA 2K26 Hop Jumper Requirements

Here’s the complete list of NBA 2K26 hop jumper animations sorted by Player Package, including required Mid-Range/Three-Point Rating and the allowed height range.

Player Package	Mid-Range / 3PT Requirement	Height Requirement
Allen Iverson	82	Under 6’5
Andrew Wiggins	79	6’5 – 6’10
Anthony Edwards	80	Under 6’5
Austin Reaves	82	Under 6’10
Bradley Beal	83	Under 6’5
Cade Cunningham	83	Under 6’5
Cameron Thomas	85	Under 6’5
Chris Paul	85	Under 6’5
CJ McCollum	79	Under 6’5
Damian Lillard	82	Under 6’5
Dante Exum	79	6’5 – 6’10
Davion Mitchell	61	Under 6’5
De’Aaron Fox	78	Under 6’5
DeMar DeRozan	82	6’5 – 6’10
Desmond Bane	86	6’5 – 6’10
Devin Booker	86	Under 6’10
Devin Vassell	84	Under 6’5
Dillon Brooks	85	6’5 – 6’10
Dirk Nowitzki	78	6’5 or higher
Donovan Mitchell	88	Under 6’5
Fred VanVleet	80	Under 6’5
Glenn Robinson III	81	6’5 – 6’10
Harrison Barnes	85	6’5 – 6’10
Jalen Brunson	83	Under 6’5
Jalen Green	79	Under 6’10
Jalen Suggs	79	Under 6’10
Jamal Murray	83	Under 6’5
James Harden	83	Under 6’10
Jason Williams	74	Under 6’5
Jaylen Brown	79	6’5 – 6’10
Jayson Tatum	82	6’5 – 6’10
Jimmy Butler	77	6’5 – 6’10
Jordan Clarkson	83	Under 6’10
Jordan Poole	76	Under 6’10
Jrue Holiday	83	Under 6’10
Julius Randle	83	6’5 or higher
Keean Murray	78	6’5 – 6’10
Keon Ellis	81	Under 6’5
Kevin Durant	87	6’5 or higher
Kevin Huerter	75	6’5 – 6’10
Keyonte George	76	Under 6’5
Khris Middleton	82	6’5 – 6’10
Klay Thompson	82	6’5 – 6’10
Kyle Kuzma	68	6’5 – 6’10
Kyrie Irving	88	Under 6’5
LeBron James	81	6’5 – 6’10
Luka Doncic	80	Under 6’10
Malik Monk	83	Under 6’5
Michael Jordan	78	6’5 – 6’10
Mike Conley	77	Under 6’5
Nate Robinson	74	Under 6’5
Nikola Jokic	84	6’5 or higher
Pascal Siakam	81	6’5 or higher
Paul George	83	6’5 – 6’10
Seth Curry	82	Under 6’5
Shaedon Sharpe	80	6’5 – 6’10
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander	86	6’5 – 6’10
Stephen Curry	92	Under 6’5
Terry Rozier III	77	Under 6’5
Trae Young	82	Under 6’5
Trey Burke	80	Under 6’5
Tyler Herro	84	Under 6’10
Tyrese Haliburton	82	Under 6’10
Tyrese Maxey	82	Under 6’5
Victor Wembanyama	78	6’10 or higher
Zach LaVine	83	Under 6’10
Zion Williamson	70	6’5 or higher

 

How to choose the best Hop Jumper in NBA 2K26

When choosing the best hop jumper for your build, consider these three factors:

• Shot Creation Style: Do you play like a slasher-guard combo or prefer a step-back three with separation?
• Player Build: Your animation choices are limited by your height and ratings. Maximize them!
• Timing and Rhythm: Some hop jumpers are easier to green than others. Experiment in Freestyle to get the feel.

You can’t just throw on any hop jumper and expect buckets. NBA 2K26 makes you work for it, and rightly so. Matching the right animation to your MyPLAYER build can truly elevate your playstyle. Use the guide above to find the hop jumper that fits both your build and how you roll on the hardwood.

Now go cook up some ankle-snapping moves in MyCAREER and The Park!