Best Power Forward Builds in NBA 2K24 (Season 5)

If you're dedicating time to MyCAREER, not taking one of the best builds in NBA 2K24 into battle will be a major setback. You'll need one of the best power forward builds in NBA 2K24 to dominate like Kevin Durant or Draymond Green.

Finding the right build will depend on your strengths, as players who prefer defensive play aren't going to want the same build as someone who focuses on shooting. No matter what kind of player you're looking to make, these NBA 2K24 power forward builds can make it happen.

Best Power Forward Builds in NBA 2K24

One of the most daunting tasks when you fire up NBA 2K24 MyCAREER is being confronted with the complex MyPLAYER builder. Before you bury a hundred hours (or blow a bunch of non-refundable VC) on a build that isn't the right fit, make sure you're carrying a proven power forward build into battle.

Here, we'll break down five of the best power forward builds in NBA 2K24. Every single one comes from a notable YouTube content creator that's tested the build, including one creator who also had a Community Template build included in Season 2.

If you don't want to bother with every last attribute, check out our NBA 2K24 Best Builds Guide for details on some of the top template builds you can go with. Once you've made a decision, use our guide to the best badges in NBA 2K24 to know which ones are best for your build.

2-Way Spot-Up Threat - 6' 8'' PF Build

Our first power forward build comes from creator Nets Gaming Crew, and this one is targeted directly at the meta in NBA 2K24. You'll have solid shooting attributes and defensive ratings so that you can prove a versatile weapon on the court.

Here are all of the attributes for this NBA 2K24 build:

• Height: 6' 8''
• Weight: 242 lbs
• Wingspan: 7' 6''
• Close Shot: 55
• Driving Layup: 42
• Driving Dunk: 62
• Standing Dunk: 73
• Post Control: 32
• Mid-Range Shot: 85
• Three-Point Shot: 78
• Free Throw: 75
• Pass Accuracy: 86
• Ball Handle: 56
• Speed With Ball: 30
• Interior Defense: 72
• Perimeter Defense: 87
• Steal: 91
• Block: 87
• Offensive Rebound: 70
• Defensive Rebound: 93
• Speed: 80
• Acceleration: 71
• Strength: 90
• Vertical: 87
• Stamina: 95

If you want some additional insight on which badges to go with and why specific attribute decisions were made, be sure to check out Nets Gaming Crew's video breaking down this power forward build.

Hybrid Defender - 6' 8'' PF Build

Next up we've got another versatile power forward build, and this one is coming from creator Swag x Godly. While it's similar in some areas, this build has been fine-tuned specifically with NBA 2K24 Pro Am games in mind.

Here are all of the attributes for this NBA 2K24 build:

• Height: 6' 8''
• Weight: 252 lbs
• Wingspan: 7' 6''
• Close Shot: 40
• Driving Layup: 60
• Driving Dunk: 75
• Standing Dunk: 40
• Post Control: 30
• Mid-Range Shot: 61
• Three-Point Shot: 76
• Free Throw: 71
• Pass Accuracy: 75
• Ball Handle: 80
• Speed With Ball: 50
• Interior Defense: 82
• Perimeter Defense: 87
• Steal: 89
• Block: 92
• Offensive Rebound: 74
• Defensive Rebound: 93
• Speed: 80
• Acceleration: 67
• Strength: 90
• Vertical: 80
• Stamina: 98

If you want some additional insight on which badges to go with and why specific attribute decisions were made, be sure to check out Swag x Godly's video breaking down this power forward build.

2-Way Glue Guy - 6' 8'' PF Build

Now we've got one of the rarest and most highly coveted NBA 2K24 builds around as creator Quest Sparrow has the key to making a 2-Way Glue Guy. This unique power forward build has solid shooting ratings, good defensive and playmaking options, and can be reliable up close.

Here are all of the attributes for this NBA 2K24 build:

• Height: 6' 8''
• Weight: 274 lbs
• Wingspan: 7' 5''
• Close Shot: 71
• Driving Layup: 68
• Driving Dunk: 45
• Standing Dunk: 45
• Post Control: 95
• Mid-Range Shot: 86
• Three-Point Shot: 78
• Free Throw: 91
• Pass Accuracy: 86
• Ball Handle: 81
• Speed With Ball: 72
• Interior Defense: 78
• Perimeter Defense: 90
• Steal: 50
• Block: 92
• Offensive Rebound: 92
• Defensive Rebound: 70
• Speed: 75
• Acceleration: 66
• Strength: 90
• Vertical: 60
• Stamina: 96

If you want some additional insight on which badges to go with and why specific attribute decisions were made, be sure to check out Quest Sparrow's video breaking down this power forward build.

Paint Protector - 6' 9'' PF Build

As we get ready to wrap up, our penultimate pick is a hair taller at 6' 9'' and comes from creator Lance Sessions. Similar to the Hybrid Defender build mentioned earlier, this one is fine tuned for Rec and Pro Am in NBA 2K24 MyCAREER.

Here are all of the attributes for this NBA 2K24 build:

• Height: 6' 9''
• Weight: 233 lbs
• Wingspan: 7' 7''
• Close Shot: 77
• Driving Layup: 55
• Driving Dunk: 75
• Standing Dunk: 75
• Post Control: 30
• Mid-Range Shot: 62
• Three-Point Shot: 77
• Free Throw: 81
• Pass Accuracy: 82
• Ball Handle: 47
• Speed With Ball: 27
• Interior Defense: 77
• Perimeter Defense: 58
• Steal: 90
• Block: 92
• Offensive Rebound: 53
• Defensive Rebound: 93
• Speed: 77
• Acceleration: 62
• Strength: 90
• Vertical: 80
• Stamina: 98

If you want some additional insight on which badges to go with and why specific attribute decisions were made, be sure to check out Lance Sessions' video where this is the last power forward build featured.

3-Level Threat - 6' 11'' PF Build

Last but certainly not least, this phenomenal build comes courtesy of ShakeDown2012, one of five content creators spotlighted with Community Template Builds in NBA 2K24 Season 2. This versatile creation is heavily inspired by Kevin Durant with top notch shooting ratings while remaining well-rounded.

Here are all of the attributes for this NBA 2K24 build:

• Height: 6' 11''
• Weight: 210 lbs
• Wingspan: 7' 0''
• Close Shot: 81
• Driving Layup: 80
• Driving Dunk: 85
• Standing Dunk: 60
• Post Control: 92
• Mid-Range Shot: 91
• Three-Point Shot: 85
• Free Throw: 93
• Pass Accuracy: 75
• Ball Handle: 72
• Speed With Ball: 68
• Interior Defense: 62
• Perimeter Defense: 77
• Steal: 61
• Block: 80
• Offensive Rebound: 46
• Defensive Rebound: 81
• Speed: 76
• Acceleration: 70
• Strength: 60
• Vertical: 75
• Stamina: 99

If you want some additional insight on which badges to go with and why specific attribute decisions were made, be sure to check out ShakeDown2012's video breaking down this power forward build.