If you’re diving into NBA 2K26 and looking to master the post game, your first move should be locking in the right animations. Whether you’re aiming to replicate Kobe’s iconic fadeaway or Kareem’s skyhook, knowing the height requirements for each Post Go-To Shot animation is essential to building a truly dominant post scorer.
In NBA 2K26, animations are more refined and player-specific than ever before. That means the days of slapping any superstar’s move onto any build are long gone. Each post move comes with its own height restrictions, making your MyPLAYER’s physical dimensions critical to pulling off certain moves on the court.
What is a Post Go-To Shot animation anyway?
If you’re new to the world of interior footwork in 2K, Post Go-To Shot animations are essentially signature shot styles used when operating out of the post — think Dirk Nowitzki’s high-arching fade or Demar DeRozan’s turnarounds. They’re the bread and butter of any build focusing on post play, especially for Bigs and hybrid Forwards who capitalise on mismatches down low.
These aren’t general-purpose fades or leaners. We’re talking specific player-based animations under the Shooting > Post Go-To Shot category, each bringing a unique flavour to your offensive arsenal and often a different feel based on your height.
All NBA 2K26 Post Go-To Shot Animation Height Requirements
Here’s a complete breakdown of the currently available Post Go-To Shot animations in NBA 2K26, along with the required height ranges for equipping each signature move. These constraints dictate which animations show up as available when customizing your MyPLAYER build.
| Player Package | Required Height |
|---|---|
| Anthony Edwards | 5’9″ to 6’9″ |
| Carmelo Anthony | 5’9″ to 6’9″ |
| DeMar DeRozan | 5’9″ to 6’9″ |
| Dirk Nowitzki | 5’9″ to 7’4″ |
| Domantas Sabonis | 5’9″ to 7’4″ |
| Hakeem Olajuwon | 5’9″ to 7’4″ |
| Ivica Zubac | 6’10” to 7’4″ |
| Jalen Brunson | 5’9″ to 6’9″ |
| Jamal Murray | 5’9″ to 6’9″ |
| Jaylen Brown | 5’9″ to 6’9″ |
| Jimmy Butler | 6’5″ to 6’9″ |
| Kareem Abdul-Jabbar | 6’5″ to 7’4″ |
| Kawhi Leonard | 5’9″ to 7’4″ |
| Kevin Durant | 5’9″ to 7’4″ |
| Kobe Bryant | 5’9″ to 7’4″ |
| Kyrie Irving | 5’9″ to 6’9″ |
| Nikola Jokic | 5’9″ to 7’4″ |
| Shai Gilgeous-Alexander | 5’9″ to 6’9″ |
| Tracy McGrady | 5’9″ to 7’4″ |
How to equip Post Go-To Shot animations
Equipping these animations is pretty straightforward, but there’s a catch: your height must fall within the range for the animation to even show up in the animation store. Once your height matches, head over to:
- MyCAREER > MyPLAYER > Animations
- Navigate to Shooting > Post Go-To Shot
- Select the animation you qualify for and equip it
Can’t find the one you want listed? That probably means your build’s too tall or too short. A quick tweak in the MyPLAYER Builder may be required if you’re chasing something specific like Dirk’s patented fade.
Which animation should you equip?
This really comes down to how your build plays. If you’re a nimble forward, something like Jimmy Butler’s or DeRozan’s fadeaway arsenal might suit you better: fluid, quick, and versatile. If you’re a dominant big with a finesse game, Kareem’s or Jokic’s post moves will likely feel perfect.
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And hey, even if you’re not planning on living in the block, having one or two of these animations equipped can give your game that edge in ISO or mismatch situations. Nothing hits harder than breaking down a stretch big with a silky Kobe shimmy and fade.