While playing in MyCarrer,NBA 2K25players can use takeovers to get massive boosts in select stats and, if paired with the right build, momentarily turn their MyPlayer into this generation’s MJ.

But how can you activate your ability? To help you set yourself apart as quickly as possible, here’s how to activate takeovers inNBA 2K25.

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How to change and activate your Takeover in NBA 2K25

After heading to Progression while in MyCarrer, selecting the Takeover tab, and picking your desired one, you can activate your Takeover ability inNBA 2K25by filling its meter to level 5.

When in a game, you will be able to spot the meter at the top right of your screen —right above the chemistry bar— and fill it by excelling through well-performed defensive moves, assists, dribbles, and by scoring in any way. Apart from enabling your ability, raising your takeover level will also increase its stat boosts, the latter of which will change based on your chosen Takeover.

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As you can see on your Takeover screen, you will only be able to unlock the level 4 and 5 meters for your chosen Takeover after doing the following:

Best Takeovers for each position in NBA 2K25

Like with youravailable badges, you will unlock new Takeovers by reaching certain stats milestones inNBA 2K25. ensure to also keep in mind that your possible selection will be set at the moment you create your player and be limited by your maximum stats. On that note, here are the best takeovers for each position inNBA 2K25:

Now that you know how to activate your chosen takeovers in the game, don’t forget to also check outthe best players for each position inNBA 2K25MyTEAM.

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