In this NBA 2K20 Defensive & Offensive Controls Guide, we will show you all the shortcut keys for the offensive and defensive moves in the game. There are many moves in the game that allow you to dodge and block opponents players for a play.
Both offense and defense moves in the game allow you the variation you need for a play. If you can learn most of the moves, you will be able to seamlessly move around defensive opponents to score a two-pointer. Similarly, there is also a fair share of defense moves that allow you to outwit the attacking opponent for a block.
NBA 2K20 Defensive & Offensive Controls Guide
Below we have listed all the defense and offense moves in the game.
Offense Moves
There are many types of offense controls in the game. These range from dribbling, passing, shooting and even post offense controls. All of the controls are listed below.
Dribbling Controls
Below we have listed the Dribbling controls.
| Name | Details |
| Stepback | Press R2 and then move right analog down, then release while standing and dribbling |
| Behind the Back | Move right analog stick down and then release |
| Between the Legs | Move right analog down left and then release |
| In and Out | Press R2 and move right analog up and then release |
| Sprint | Tap and hold R2 with left analog stick towards any direction you want |
| Signature Size-up Chains | When you perform standing dribble moves quickly, this will start a special signature size-up combo moves. |
| Hesitation | Move right analog right and then release |
| Hesitation Escape | Press R2 and then move right analog to the right and then release |
| Crossover | Move right analog to the left and then release |
| Half Spin | Rotate the right analog from right to left in a semi circle. Do this from right, then up, then left. Hold and then release |
| Behind the Back | Move right analog down and then release |
| Behind the Back Wrap Escape | Press R2 and then move right analog down, then release |
| Hard Stop/Stutter | Press L2 to stop and break off defenders, then open up for a clear shot. |
| Hold Off Defenders | Hold L2 and your body will shield while you dribble around defenders. |
| Spin | Rotate right analog clockwise and then release. |
| Triple Threat Front Jab | Move right analog to the right and then release |
| Triple Threat Quick Jab | Move right analog up and then release quickly |
| Triple Threat Mid Stepover | Move right analog up and left, then release quickly |
| Triple Threat Full Stepover | Move right analog left and then release quickly |
| Triple Threat Pump Fake | Move right analog down and then release |
| Triple Threat Side Hesitation | Press R2 and then move right analog left or right, then release |
| Triple Threat Start Dribble | Press R2 and then move right analog stick up and then release |
| Triple Threat Stepback | Press R2 and then move right analog stick down, then release |
| Triple Threat Spin-Out | Rotate right analog clockwise and then release |
| Triple Threat Cross Spin-Out | Rotate right analog anti-clockwise and then release |
| Triple Threat Attack Hesitation | Press R2 and then move right analog stick up right or up left, then release. |
| Triple Threat Hesitation | Press R2 and then move right analog stick left or right, then release. |
Shooting Controls
Below we have listed the Shooting controls when your are attacking.
| Move | Details |
| Bank Shot | Move and hold right analog up and then release. |
| Runner/Floater | Move and hold right analog when you drive in close range. |
| Jump Shot | Move and hold right analog and then release |
| Two-Hand Dunk | R2 and move and hold Right analog up while you go for a drive |
| Pump Fake | Tap Square or quickly move and release Right analog |
| Hop Gather | R2 and move and hold Right analog down left or right |
| Spin Shot | Rotate Right analog clockwise then hold while driving with ball in right hand |
| Bank Shot | Move and hold Right analog up and release |
| Dominant Dunk | R2 and move and hold Right analog left or right |
| Reverse Layup | Move and hold Right analog right while driving along the right baseline |
| Normal Layup | Move and hold Right analog up while driving |
| Flashy Dunk | R2 and move and hold Right analog down while you go for a drive |
Passing Controls
Below we have detailed all the Passing controls.
| Name | Details |
| Icon Pass | Tap R1 and then press the action button at the chosen receiver. Use left analog to lead the receiver where you want. |
| Fake Pass | Tap triangle and circle when standing or going for the hoop |
| Jump Pass | Tap square and X when standing or going for the hoop |
| Normal Pass | Tap X to pass |
| Lob Pass | Tap triangle to pass |
| Skip Pass | Press and hold X to pass to a far receiver |
| Bounce Pass | Tap circle to pass |
| Flashy Pass | Double press triangle |
| Lead to Basket Pass | Press and hold triangle, and release to pass |
| Alley-oop | Double press triangle |
| Alley-oop to Self | Double press triangle and then move left analog towards the hoop |
| Pro Stick Pass | Tap and hold R1 and right analog stick to where you want to pass |
| Give and Go | Tap and hold X until the receiver catches the ball. When holding X, use left analog stick to move the first ass then then release X for the ball back. |
| Touch Pass | Tap X just before the first receiver gets the ball and then use the left analog to chose the second receiver |
| Full Receiver Control | Press and hold circle to move the receiver with the left analog, and then release for the pass |
| Rolling Inbound | Tap triangle during |
Defense Moves
There are many types of defense controls in the game. These range from Defense, Advanced Defense and Off-Ball Defense. All of the controls are listed below.
Defense
Below we have detailed all the Defense controls.
| Name | Details |
| Hands up | Move the right analog and then hold it in the up position |
| Hands out | Move the right analog and then hold it to the left or right |
| Player Swap | Tap X towards to take the pointer to another defender who is near the ball |
| Intense-D | Tap and hold L2 to get a lower defensive stance |
| Steal | Tap square when you are near a dribbling player |
| Block | Tap triangle |
| Crowd Dribbler | Tap and hold L2 and then move left analog towards the dribbling player |
| Fast Shuffle | Tap and hold L2 and R2, and then move left analog wherever you want |
| Flop | Double press circle |
| Take Charge | Tap and hold circle |
| Vertical Contest | First move left analog stick away from player and hold it, then press triangle |
| Swat Block | Hold R2 and then press triangle |
| Shot Contest | Move right analog up and then release |
| Icon Swap | Tap R1 and then tap the action button of the defender you want |
| Post Pull Chair | Move left analog away from handler, then release |
| Onball Steal | Move right analog down and then release |
Advanced Defense
Below we have detailed all the Advanced Defense controls.
| Name | Details |
| Double Team | Tap and hold L1 |
| Icon Double Team | Tap L1 and then press the action button of the teamer |
| Intentional Foul | Tap and hold square when you are near the player with the ball. |
| Defensive Pressure Adjustments | Tap L1 and then the action button of the defender you want. |
| Team Intentional Foul | Press the back button for the whole team to go for the foul |
Off-Ball Defense
Below we have detailed all the Off-Ball Defense controls.
| Name | Details |
| Post Disengage | Move left analog away from the attacking player |
| Post Steal Entry Pass | Tap and hold L2 to engage, or press square when the ball is in mid pass |
| Post Fight for Position | Hold L2, or move right analog when the attacking player attempts to transition |
| Post Transition | Hold L2 and move right analog up, left, down or right. |
| Post Push | Hold L2 and you are near the opponent player and move the left analog towards him |
| Post Pull Chair | Hold L2 and move right analog in the direction that the opponent is going |
| Post Up Engage | Hold L2 when near the opponent player near the basket |
| Box Out Opponent | Hold L2 and you are near the opponent after the ball has been shot |
| Rebound | Press triangle when the ball misses, hits the rim. |
| Bump | Hold L2 do block the path of the attacking player |
| Deny Hands Out | Move and hold the right analog towards the direction of the attacking player |
| Dive For Loose Ball | Rapidly tap square to run after the loose ball |
| Deny Engage | Hold L2 when near the attacking player while out in the perimeter. |
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