
Decorated in gold he shines under pressure, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is a smooth operator and his skill is beyond measure.
The year of Shai is officially here; the reigning NBA Finals MVP and regular season MVP was born for the spotlight, commanding the postseason and the cover of NBA 2K26 in style. Season 1 captures the essence of SGA’s championship pedigree and effortless swagger, on and off the court.
Drop into The City* and experience a thriving hub of electrifying competition, with a more accessible layout and greater emphasis on hoops. Compete in MyCAREER and MyTEAM to accrue XP and earn all-new rewards, including consumables, VC, and fresh cosmetics to showcase your personality.
Begin your pursuit of greatness during Season 1 of NBA 2K26, and embark on your journey to join SGA in the pantheon of champions.
MyCAREER
How will your MyCAREER be defined? As you progress through your NBA career and begin filling out your trophy case, you’ll earn XP and, in turn, level up the Season rewards ladder. Every Season of NBA 2K26, you can climb from Level 1 to Level 40 and unlock a trove of thematic items, ranging from Badge Perks, bundles, and MyPLAYER skins, to Cap Breakers and more!
Get Animated with Mascot Skins
In honor of NBA 2K26 cover athlete and Season 1’s featured hero Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, show your Oklahoma City Thunder team spirit with the Level 19 ‘Rumble the Bison’ mascot reward. Equip your MyPLAYER with this skin and charge through the lane as you lock horns with the competition, then get animated with Season 1 Teammotes. For the first time in NBA 2K history, NBA 2K26 will feature a whole new library of Teammotes all year long.

Level Up with New Rewards
Ahead of the upcoming NBA regular season, set your sights on reaching Level 40 to claim the highlighted items below, and more:
- Level 5 - Boosted REC Elbow Band (5% REP Bonus)
- Level 7 - Shaquille O’Neal MyCOURT Mural
- Level 11 - Los Angeles Lakers MyCOURT Floor
- Level 15 - Tier 1 ‘Clutch Gene’ Badge Perk
- Level 19 - ‘Rumble the Bison’ Oklahoma City Thunder Mascot
- Level 32 - Animated Mohawk Hairstyle
- Level 35 - Tier 1 ‘Max +2’ Badge Perk
- Level 37 - Beachside Bundle
- Level 39 - Biohazard Suit
- Level 40 - +1 Cap Breaker

Remember, you can earn XP from playing MyCAREER and MyTEAM thanks to cross-progression, making it easier to climb the Season rewards ladder. Be on the lookout for 2XP events in The City to help expedite your progression—more information to come!
MyTEAM
For the first time in NBA 2K history, you can collect and compete with NBA and WNBA players in MyTEAM. All WNBA Player Cards have been fully integrated, meaning players will experience balanced and consistent gameplay regardless of who’s on the court. It also means there’s an abundance of new rewards and cards to earn in NBA 2K26!
Level 1 Ruby Kelsey Plum
To celebrate the start of the NBA-WNBA crossover in MyTEAM, get your collection started with the Trendsetter rewards, featuring Level 1 Ruby Kelsey Plum card, 3x Promo Packs, and a 120 MIN 2XP Coin. The two-time WNBA Champion, former Sixth Woman of the Year, and four-time All-Star has a knack for scoring and facilitating the offense. Let the 2017 No. 1 overall pick orchestrate your lineup in 3v3 or 5v5 game modes.

Level 10 Amethyst Steven Adams
Widely regarded as one of toughest players in the NBA, this New Zealand native brings the thunder from down under every time he crashes the glass. Bolster your paint presence with Level 10 Amethyst Steven Adams to give your lineup some added strength and elite rebounding.
Level 20 Amethyst Tobias Harris
No matter which team he’s been on, Tobias Harris finds his role and plays it to T. The 14-year veteran boasts the prototypical size for an NBA forward at 6’8”, and he uses it to score in myriad ways. Harris owns a solid career field goal percentage of 47.8%, a reliable 16.1 points per game, and can rebound well for his position with an average of 6.2. Insert Harris alongside Plum and Adams to round out a 3-player lineup with above average size.
Level 28 Amethyst Coach Billy Donovan
Hard-working and dedicated to player development, former Oklahoma City Thunder Head Coach Billy Donovan has a wealth of experience at the collegiate and professional level. Maximize your lineup with the Level 28 Amethyst Coach Billy Donovan card and unlock two tiers of new Badge Training Challenges to improve your player cards without Badge cards.
Level 30 Diamond Trae Young
A cold-blooded shooter with ice in his veins, Level 30 Diamond Trae Young can make your opposition shiver with fright. Let Young run the point and leverage his slippery handles to freeze defenders in their tracks. Unleash a barrage of 3-pointers and put the game well out of reach with Young’s offensive arsenal.
Level 35 Pink Diamond A’ja Wilson
NBA 2K25 cover athlete A’ja Wilson joins a mix of potent Season 1 Player Cards ready to be deployed in your MyTEAM lineup. Dominate both ends of the court at an MVP level with the three-time Most Valuable Player, two-time WNBA Champion, and NBA 2K25 cover athlete. Wilson does it all; she can score at will, protect the rim with superb blocking ability, and reel in rebounds with her 6’11” wingspan.

Level 40 Pink Diamond Klay Thompson (Dallas Mavericks)
Round out your roster with one of the most prolific shooters in NBA history, Klay Thompson. The former Splash Brother’s quick release and perfect shooting form have been a staple throughout his career, and can be a difference-maker on your MyTEAM. With the all-new No-Dip Catch-and-Shoots mechanic in NBA 2K26, you can swing the ball to Thompson lurking in the corner for an easy 3-pointer. Add Thompson and the aforementioned players to your collection in Season 1, and keep expanding it all year long.

Here are some other available rewards during Season 1:
- Level 7 - ‘Cheater’ Game Changer Card x3
- Level 11 - Season 1 Ball and Uniforms
- Level 22 - ‘Gimme More’ Game Changer Card x3
- Level 25 - 90+ OVR Pack
- Level 32 - 10,000 MTP
- Level 33 - 92+ OVR Pack
- Level 37 - Hall of Fame Badges x2
To learn more about the addition of WNBA Player Cards and other new features in MyTEAM this year, be sure to check out the MyTEAM Courtside Report!
SEASON PRO PASS**
Increase your Season rewards track with the NBA 2K26 Season Pro Pass and Hall of Fame Pass. These seasonal add-ons are available for individual purchase and include an extra 40 tiers of rewards and content for you to enjoy.
Season 1 Automatic Rewards:
- Desert Camo Quilted Jacket
- Tactical Bear Helmet
- Season 1 Pro Pass Pack
- Amethyst Kevin Durant

Earn MyCAREER rewards to flaunt around The City and MyTEAM cards to use in Triple Threat Park* and All-Star Team-Up*. Add a pair of Eastern Conference mascots and a throwback Vince Carter jersey from his high-flying days in Toronto. In addition to the cosmetics and cards, you can earn plenty of Skill Boosts, 2XP Coins, and up to 45,000 VC.
Season 1 Premium Rewards:
- Level 3 - Half-Skull Facepaint
- Level 6 - Vince Carter Toronto Raptors Jersey
- Level 12 - ‘Benny the Bull’ Chicago Bulls Mascot
- Level 25 - ‘Make it Shine’ Game Changer Card x5
- Level 30 - ‘Sir CC’ Cleveland Cavaliers Mascot
- Level 39 - Biohazard Suit: Blackout
- Level 40 - Pink Diamond Pro Pass Klay Thompson (Golden State Warriors)

THE W ONLINE*
The WNBA regular season is coming down to the wire! With only a couple of weeks left before the WNBA Playoffs begin, teams on the cusp of missing the postseason are making a last-second push to try and sneak in. As the competition heats up, the intensity in The W Online will be palpable. Compete with friends and work with the community to complete all-new challenges for exciting rewards.
Take a look at some of the Season 1 rewards below:
Weekly Rewards
- Angel Reese Oversized T-Shirt
- Animated Mohawk Hairstyle
- Libra Top + Necklace
- 5 Game Team Accelerator Boost
- Halloween Basketball
Season Rewards
- WNBA Ball
- WNBA Ball Card
- Clothing Bundles
- 5,000 VC
- MyTEAM Player Cards
- Max +1 Tier 1
- Max +1 Tier 2
- Seasonal Perks
A new year of NBA 2K starts during Season 1 of NBA 2K26. Set out to reach the top of the leaderboard in The City, assemble an original MyTEAM squad unlike anything the world’s ever seen, and earn XP to unlock all-new rewards! Stay tuned for more news about in-game events and pack drops by following NBA 2K on X, Instagram, Discord, and Twitch.
*The City, Triple Threat Park, All-Star Team-Up, and The W Online mode and related content are available on New Gen only.
**NBA 2K26 Season 1 Season Pass FREE rewards require unlocking with gameplay. NBA 2K26 Pro Season Passes and Hall of Fame Passes are available for separate purchase and require base game, internet connection and NBA 2K Account. Paid premium Passes unlock additional rewards for the Season that are earnable through gameplay. Pro Pass and Hall of Fame Pass not available in South Korea.