Alright, let’s talk about this MyGM in NBA 2K24, ya know, the thing where you get to run your own basketball team. It ain’t rocket science, but there’s a few things you gotta know if you wanna win and not look like a fool.
First off, you gotta pick your team. Now, don’t go pickin’ some garbage team just ’cause you think you’re some kinda genius. Pick a team with some good players, maybe a star or two. Makes things a whole lot easier, trust me. You wouldn’t go plantin’ corn in a rock pile, would ya? Same thing with basketball.
Then, you gotta manage your players. That means keepin’ ’em happy, makin’ sure they get enough playing time, and not tradin’ away your best players for nothin’. These fellas, they got egos the size of watermelons, ya gotta keep ’em fed, ya know? And don’t go signin’ a bunch of old guys who can’t run no more. You need young legs out there, guys who can hustle and not fall over every two seconds.

Money matters, that’s for sure. You gotta keep an eye on your budget, don’t go spendin’ all your money on one superstar and then have nothin’ left for the rest of the team. It’s like runnin’ a farm, you gotta spread your resources, make sure everything’s taken care of. And don’t be afraid to make some trades, sometimes you gotta shake things up to get better. But don’t get fleeced, ya hear? Some of them computer GMs, they’ll try to take advantage of you if you ain’t careful.
Scouting is important too. You gotta find them young players, the ones nobody knows about yet. It’s like findin’ a good patch of wild berries, you gotta know where to look. Send your scouts out there, let ’em do their job. And don’t just draft players based on their overall rating, look at their skills, see if they fit your team. You need guys who can shoot, guys who can defend, guys who can pass. Can’t just have a team full of ball hogs, ya know?
- Team Chemistry: Gotta keep them players happy and workin’ together. Like a good stew, all the ingredients gotta blend well.
- Player Development: Don’t just let your young players sit on the bench. Gotta give ’em playing time, let ’em grow. Like waterin’ your crops, ya gotta nurture ’em.
- Strategic Trades: Don’t be afraid to make a trade if it’ll help your team. Sometimes you gotta let go of a good player to get a better one. Like cullin’ the herd, ya gotta make tough decisions sometimes.
- Financial Management: Keep an eye on that money! Don’t go spendin’ more than you got. Like savin’ your pennies for a rainy day.
- Effective Scouting: Find them hidden gems, the players nobody else knows about. Like findin’ a four-leaf clover, it takes a bit of luck and a lot of lookin’.
Coaching is another big part of it. You gotta set your lineups, make sure your players are playin’ the right positions, and call the plays. It ain’t just about throwin’ the ball up and hopin’ for the best. You gotta have a plan, gotta be smart about it. Like plannin’ your crops, ya gotta know what you’re doin’ from the start. And pay attention to what your players are good at, don’t try to make a slow guy run fast, ya know? Play to their strengths, that’s the key.
And don’t forget about the fans, they’re important too. If they ain’t happy, they won’t come to the games, and then you won’t make no money. So keep ’em entertained, win some games, and they’ll keep comin’ back for more. It’s like havin’ a good reputation in town, people will trust you and support you if you treat ’em right.
Now, this MyGM thing, it ain’t just about basketball. It’s about building something, about taking a team and making it your own. It’s about the long haul, not just winning one game here and there. You gotta have a vision, gotta know where you wanna go, and then you gotta work your tail off to get there. It ain’t easy, but it’s rewardin’, like seein’ your crops grow tall and strong after a long season of hard work. So get in there, give it a shot, and don’t be afraid to make some mistakes. That’s how you learn, ya know?
Just remember, keep your players happy, manage your money, scout good players, coach smart, and keep the fans comin’ back for more. Do all that, and you’ll be well on your way to buildin’ a championship team. And if you don’t, well, you can always start over, ain’t no shame in that. Just like plantin’ a new crop, sometimes you gotta try again.
So, that’s pretty much it. Go play the game, have some fun, and don’t take it too seriously. It’s just a game after all. But it sure is a fun one, especially when you’re winnin’.
Tags: NBA 2K24, MyGM, Basketball, Team Management, Strategy, Scouting, Trades, Player Development, Financial Management, Coaching