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u/Bootyclapasaur Jul 23 '20
It’s sad how toxic the community is, I’m glad we have people like you. I always try to be a good sport
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u/Cezo- Jul 23 '20
For real, started playing 2k20 this year played few park when I hit 85 ish ( should of waited really ) got destroyed took some time to learn the game got 91 rating and a load of badges and still people be toxic so I stopped playing, so yeah this is good to see!
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u/benpuljak Jul 23 '20
same man, I'm 91 but all star 3 bc i dont got time to play the game that much. and no one wanna play with me. like. i aint trash lol. but ppl dont give u a chance just toxic assholes
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u/Skulfunk Jul 23 '20
Its insane how much you have to play this game in order to.... play this game like wtf. Im an all star 2 with good i.q. but I can't really shoot because of my high latency so I play a defense and finishing oriented big man. All star 2, people don't play with me so I go straight to rec every time I log on.
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Jul 23 '20
Honestly it’s toxic both ways bc people never wanna play against you either (once you’re high enough) I’m a Superstar 3 but randoms run away to different courts almost every single time and it’s so frustrating
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u/Knight-Who-Says-Nee Aug 01 '20
Honestly in my experience, I try to help new people. But I’ve found out that half of them are more toxic than the elites. They don’t pass and take the dumbest shots possible
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Jul 23 '20
As someone who just runs with 1 of his boys, I feel you. We are high rated 98/99 but we play with any player because when we were lower rated no one played with us. However after playing a ton, roughly 800 games, I can honestly say the randoms you usually get are douchebags who don’t pass, chuck up contested shots and take contested layups. We find the occasional good teammate and we go on win streaks, but for the most part man people don’t be teaming up because past 95 level, your rank is based on your teammate grade. So if people get a trash teammate who loses them the grade they drop in rank. People don’t give as many people chances, just my opinion from what I’ve experienced
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u/Cezo- Jul 23 '20
See I had a awful win rate because when I first started like I said jumped onto park to early, but when I finally finished a season of my career and hit about 91 went back to park and still people would walk away as my win rate wasn’t the greatest, but im only out here trying to learn and get better at the game. A lot of people the second you stand next to them.. ‘ Pulls phone out ‘ checks stats and walks away lmao. I know that’s my own fault of course but no one wants to play AI forever in my career
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Jul 23 '20
I just got the game 2 weeks ago, 95% to gold 3, and level 87. Ps4 is toxic as shit cause when they see the rookie card, they instantly leave the park everytime. It takes, minimum, 30 minutes just to find 2 people to play one game with and, most of the time, they just pass to each other or it's 2 on 3
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u/lbj1787 Jul 23 '20
This is the usual issue. We won’t play with the lower ranked players or player with low win percentages because of past bad experiences. It’s happened to the best of us. I just get tired of playing with people who don’t really care about getting the win. So I just avoid the random players for the most part.
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Jul 23 '20
Hopped on with an Elite 2 and 1. I’m just a All Star 2 so I wasn’t use to their offense and they were just shit talking the whole time
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u/Bootyclapasaur Jul 23 '20
Yeah it’s really frustrating. I usually never step off when low overalls or low park ranks step on. Like everyone’s gotta learn how to play the game. Instead of downing someone turn it into a learning experience.
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u/Thunder-ten-tronckh Jul 23 '20
Yeah those people need a break from the game man. If you don't gel 100% after the first couple plays, you're trash and they just quit if they don't stick around to trash talk you. It's not about finding a way to win, it's demolish the other team and look like a god or nothing.
Sucks how predictable this attitude is for people with elite badges.
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Jul 23 '20
That’s how all gaming is really. Sadly most humans will be giant pieces of shit when they know there won’t be any consequences because they’re sitting behind a screen talking on a mic.
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u/MissionCranberry6 Jul 24 '20
Its because of rankings/status/achievements imho. I believe a lot of these cats don't even enjoy playing the game. Its just bragging rights at the end of the day. You never hear people talk about stuff like..... man that game was really intense! Super fun! Naaahhh lol. You take an L, someone on the team is taking blame 99/100.
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Jul 23 '20
Show us the attachment OP
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u/Pizzadontdie Jul 24 '20
It’s his attributes with upgrades that he was applying. He asked me if I thought he was applying then right. I sent him a $15 gift card because he kept bringing out 75 overalls lol. He’s actually not terrible, he’s just at a disadvantage being low overall.
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u/primarypatsfan1 Jul 23 '20 edited Jul 23 '20
That's awesome! I got the game a few weeks ago cuz it was one of this months free PS plus games.
I didn't know crap about the game and just wanted to check out all the little places in the neighborhood I could go too and ended up in a rec game as like a 62 overall and I didn't have my mic in and these dudes on my team were just mercilessly trashing me. The thing was, I quickly realized that my guy didn't have the stats yet to be able to compete so I just tried to make good passes and stay on my guy on D.
Even still, these toxic fuckers wouldn't stop with the name calling and trash talking about me.
So, I went into the NBA career games and grinded. I came back to the rec as a rookie 1, like around a 75 overall.
Again, great passing right out of the gate. So they would feed me and I was hitting dudes in the lane, guys with open looks etc... Because my dude STILL wasn't too good, I had like maybe 2 badges, he still wasn't a good shooter from mid to long range. They fed me, I kept passing cuz I knew my guy probably would miss even easy shots since it was so hard to get a green bar for me. So I hear one guy say "Stop passing 27,and shoot the fuckin ball" (27s my #) So next possession they feed me on a mid range open look just outside the paint and my dude misses. That was it. Game over. Do not collect $200, do not pass go. They were all laughing and didn't give me the ball again that game. Now I felt horrible. Like for real, my heart is like racing and I'm all self conscious and shit, and for what??? A game.....a fucking VIDEO GAME YALL!
I go BACK to my career and grind my dude up into the mid 80's, go BACK to the rec and now have a somewhat decent game with a decent group of guys that weren't too worried about me missing a few shots. Because I played smart. No turnovers, decent defense, switch D when picked, good passing but one asshole on that team I was on STILL was like, "Yo, don't give 27 the ball, blah blah blah " But one of the other dudes was like "why not, he's playing a good game, he's playing his role, he's where he's supposed to be" And that shut the other dude up.I wished everyone was like that. Instead of ball hogging, shitting on the newbies, taking 50 shots a game and only passing to your buddies.....
So now, my guy is finally a pro 1, overall 90. (The grind is real for me lol, cuz I REFUSE to spend real money for VC) He's STILL not a great shooter as I made him a facilitating finisher, SG, lock down defense. I'd rather be the guy playing really great defense, passing well, getting assists, covering my assignments, and only shooting in the paint underneath when I get a good look. I'm not selfishly scummy like 90% of the dudes I come across in rec games. So now I have a hard time going in rec games anymore and the sad thing is, I really really love this game!
So dude, you're awesome to have respect for the new guys, or even the shitty players with no IQ for the game.
That's it, that's my quick rant.
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u/CornsOnMyFeets Jul 24 '20
Yeah I was in a game and we had a 60 and they did the same. I wanted to get on mic and say probably didnt know what this was. Not everyone plays basketball or watched a youtube video on the game. Its funny a lot of the time because they arent even playin good either.
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Jul 23 '20
I’m a pass first guard who plays like Steve Nash. I run all HOF playmaking badges and always make great passes/setups. The issue is no one will let a pro 3 run the offense. They freeze me out and iso and expect everyone else to sit in a corner and then go play elite D.
Half my park games start with some kid saying “hey cheryltunt don’t even bother touching the square button”.
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Jul 24 '20
Yoooo I’m a pass first PG too and I relate to this so much. I’m down to play with you though, it sounds like people can get a lot of buckets from your playstyle and passing!!
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Jul 24 '20
Yo yo! You sound like a great teammate! I’d love to get a couple games in with you. I’m an offensive threat pg and I feel like our play styles would really mesh. I look to pass first and set up plays rather than score! I try to help out bigs on rebounds too
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u/primarypatsfan1 Jul 24 '20
Nice bro....yeah I'm on now, but I'm in my NBA career game, so let me finish playing this game. My psn tag is
Primarypatsfan11
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u/primarypatsfan1 Jul 23 '20
For sure. I'm leaving for worknow, but I'll be on tomorrow though. My PS gamertag is.... Primarypatsfan1
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What’s your build? I’m a point guard who needs bigs or shooters.
I don’t really care about stats or overall, just like to play to win and have fun
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u/JuhLuhBuh Jul 23 '20
Love to see it man, good for you. Need more people like you out there. I’d love someone to help me out and give me advice on how to play better bro
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u/mmlmjim Jul 23 '20
Im an Ss2 on Xbox I need some rookies and pros and all stars to run with me Because y’all are the smart non ball hogs half the time!
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u/Procopez Jul 23 '20
Add me boss I’m a 91ovr pro 2 and never really have anyone to play with. I’m not the BEST player but I can still get the job done, gamertag Procopez
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u/mmlmjim Jul 23 '20
Bet bro I’ll be on later today what’s ur build I have a couple diff builds so it doesn’t matter
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u/Procopez Jul 23 '20
I only have 1 build and it’s a slashing SG (tbh I hate how I built my player but I don’t wanna restart), I’m not really a great shooter but I’m pretty solid on defense and finishing, I’ll be on later tonight around 11 or so
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u/mmlmjim Jul 23 '20
Sounds good I have a 97 scoring machine and we will find a big or rebounding wing
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u/outofsightsports Jul 23 '20
Dude called me his best friend Bc I said I would run with him smh but being a toxic gamer isn't cool 🤣
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u/disjointbody Jul 23 '20
Don’t know what might be going on for him in his life, you might be one of the few nice people he interacts with. Just always try to be nice, makes a real difference
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u/patitoq Jul 23 '20
Honestly I’ve grown fond of hearing black 20 year olds fight and 8 year old white squeakers being toxic when you miss a single shot
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u/sdarko_33 Jul 23 '20
I hate playing online. I always wanna get good in the park but never get a chance because they see my rep and they just walk away as soon as I join or they’ll stand around
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Jul 23 '20
Even for a SS2 finding a park game if there isn't an event going on is stupid. Everyone running around checking reps and shit. I dont duck any park games so I end up getting slaughtered by sweats following randoms around
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u/Am1sArePeopleToo Jul 23 '20
As another SS2, it’s a weird rank right now. Elites usually don’t want to play with me because I’m “too low”, and other players avoid me because I’m “too high”. I end up hopping on with all stars hoping to play SS1 and below, because then at least I can attempt to carry.
I think positions makes a big difference tho, I’m a center and occasionally I do get squad invites from elites. Good centers are rare so I’m lucky there. It’s a 50/50 shot when I try to play with an elite
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Jul 23 '20
And I dont wanna play with elites either lol. Almost every time they play 1 v 3 and are just toxic
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u/Am1sArePeopleToo Jul 23 '20
I’ve actually blocked two elites after playing with them because I’m too worried about them blowing up on me if I miss a shot. When someone sends me a party invite that’s an automatic no as well
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u/big_dreamer_5000 Jul 23 '20
I appreciate guys like you, I've never understood the toxic culture in this community. It's sad what my brother comes and tell me people say to him over this stupid ass game. Not everybody is a competitive player, I enjoy the title of being a random
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Jul 23 '20
People want to win and if they don’t they need to blame others.
It happens in all sports. You see it at the Y pickup games or at parks all over the country. A dude with a bit of skill but zero basketball iq will bash his role players (like fucking Paul George bashing cj miles in the playoffs...). They aren’t willing to reflect on their own shortcomings
I have faults in park/Rec as well. I look for the pass before the score and I sometimes pass up open shots to try and get a pass but it will lead to the offense stalling or defenses clogging the lanes. Adjusting and learning from that has improved my game. Others don’t have that ability to self reflect though
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Jul 23 '20
I play with anyone who is at least a 70 overall. That means they put at least enough time in to understand the basic controls and as long as they play solid fundamentals, we regularly have good games and win more than we lose even versus a team of 93+ players.
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u/gerriejoe Jul 23 '20
We need more of this, with this new generation growing up.
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u/BlackEffects Jul 24 '20
Agreed! I just made a similar comment. The younger generation honestly is no where near as toxic as the generation that came before them. We need to help them, encourage them, look out for them.
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u/Pizzadontdie Jul 24 '20
My gamertag is Block and Roll, I think the last two L’s are actually cap i’s . I’m on Xbox.
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u/thewa82 Jul 23 '20
Fair play man. I am actually too afraid to load up the rec from bad experiences in the playground. So to see that there are folk out there like yourself, gives me hope in some small way
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u/Rectalcactus Jul 24 '20
I feel like rec is slightly less bad than park from my limited experience because most of the shit heads quit in like the first 5 minutes
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u/TheKing6198 Jul 24 '20
Facts but its shit to play against/with ai man
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u/Rectalcactus Jul 24 '20
No doubt, one of the worst parts of online play for me is that they don't punish quitting worse to discourage that shit.
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u/MissionCranberry6 Jul 24 '20
I'm on the fence on this one....because I want those guys to quit. The ones burning to's because they don't get the inbound pass. Every once in a while those guys quit and you end up with a really fun game with only a few ai.
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u/bdawgg1972 Jul 23 '20
That's dope dude. Folks like you make the community better in general, I know I have learned so much from the folks here, Admittedly I just really started grinding thus game hard recently but the folks here have been awesome.
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u/Novaszi Jul 23 '20
I had this random big 99 elite follow me around and I was confused(this was a while ago) and I finally stopped and messaged him. And before I could message him he sent me friend request and a squad invite, got talking with him and I was saying “why do you want to play with me so bad?, my rep/overall is pretty trash rn” and he replied “yea I know but everyone starts somewhere”
And I gotta say that guy was a fucking legend!! Hahaha big appreciation for him, he’s a real one.
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Jul 23 '20
Do yall still play 2k together?
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u/Novaszi Jul 23 '20
Not much lately, been caught up with life/work but this post has made me want to reach out to him though!
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u/Farmrjenkins Jul 23 '20
When you see a message like this, be sure you did way more than just playing with him You love to see it
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u/TheDonutChef Jul 23 '20
Did you shoot 3’s?
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u/TheDonutChef Jul 23 '20
Haha tough man. What was their shooting like?
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u/TheDonutChef Jul 23 '20
Ok but did they shoot? I mean, if you have all the shots then I sorta get their grief you know what I mean?
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u/tyree1215 Jul 23 '20
It’s the mfs that play this shit religiously day in day out and are probably elites and legends that are toxic and literally ruin the fun everyone trying to play the game.
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u/Pizzadontdie Jul 24 '20
I dunno, I’m elite and play every day. Also an adult, and this game is fun and play it way too much, bits it’s just a game.
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u/alexbruns Jul 23 '20
Now imagine if everyone could be this way. You never know what somebody else is going through.
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u/Corey_Huncho Jul 23 '20
Yet people in this game will still say the most hurtful stuff to you and have no remorse
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u/ryanrunnalls Jul 23 '20
This community is the worst played a game of my team and the dude spammed me with messages about how he’s unbeatable and he doesn’t even bother trying cause he so good like how big does your ego need to be to say that. But I’m glad there’s people who aren’t toxic like you
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u/elevine12354 Jul 23 '20
anyone wanna run with me a R2 but a 89 OVR Offensive Threat PG xbox GT: KeptPostinUp
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u/Ticky1987 Jul 23 '20
Awesome to see, especially as a new player. I see so many people saying "was playing with someone and got called trash" .. or "was playing with someone who was complete trash lmao" ... We all have had our first day with the game. Encourage people and help us. There is a lot to learn in these games and it takes time. Ive been playing FIFA for almost 13 years and still learn new things. And the more people who play, the more enjoyable the servers become and it can potentially lead to more, better and bigger game improvements in the future as it gives the community a louder voice.
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Jul 23 '20
It’s sad so many are worried about their records at this point of the year. This is good to see anytime. #JustHoop #EnjoyBasketball #EnjoyTheChallenge #HelpOthers #ItsNotJustAboutYou
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Jul 23 '20
Sports games have some of the worst communities and it’s by design, it’s built as a pay-to-win so there’s a bunch of spoiled rich white kids who drop money to be ahead of the pack, and n bombs during the game even though they’re trash without their bought characters. Glad to see that there’s decent people in the community still, I’ve ignored multiplayer for months because it’s trash.
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u/GrandMasterCoochie Jul 23 '20
If I had a dollar for every time I got called the N Word, curry muncher, or sand n****r, I’d have a build like theirs 😂
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Jul 23 '20
Ahhh I love being called the N word by some little white kid over a terrible mic while his mom screams in the background
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Jul 23 '20
Man most of yall are way too serious. I have had a few kids tell me they've never played with a SS2 cause they all are assholes.
You ain't shit if you a superstar 2 grow the hell up
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u/itsBrent Jul 23 '20
hell yeah!! people are always so shocked that I'm on mic and I'm not an asshole.
Unfortunately, we're far outnumbered. Womp.
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u/keyblade177 Jul 23 '20
Im nice to randoms if they played good. Idc if we lost. As long as u didnt air ball twice and still trying to shoot
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u/BrilliantLevel3 Jul 23 '20
I'm a ss1 and play with anyone I had a streak of 6 with 2 rookies. Beating all stars superstars etc. These guys were only rated 73 and 79 , my SG 2 way 3 level facilitator is level 93. Give people a chance I was a rookie not too long back too. If anyone needs a 3rd I have my SG 93 rated, Paint beast 98 rated centre (85 driving dunk beast) glass lock 99 rated centre and a pf paint beast 99 rated.
Mostly using my SG was about time I learned to shoot instead of rebounding and dunking on people every game.
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u/Milk_Agreeable Jul 23 '20
Can u run with me my user name is WavyHypnotic and my name is keenen pierce
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u/cardi4life Jul 23 '20
I always play with ransoms too and after we play I always get a thank or sorry for selling msg. I’ll find two pro’s or rookies on the random court and lead them to a 3 to 5 game win streak and help them rep up since I get all the attention on the court being elite one I hit em for open 3’s
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u/WeOwnNY Jul 23 '20
Beauty.
Found someone just like this on Discord the other day. I’ve had the game for two weeks and every-time I’m on he gives me tips.
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u/something_curious Oct 26 '20
This is what respect looks like, not the garbage that people spout off to raise their self esteem!
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u/Tatanbatman Jul 23 '20
Right after this you got a message from his teammate wishing death upon you
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u/SwimmingLeg6 Jul 23 '20
I’m the same with other games I play. When I have a crappy game sometimes I’ll message the other people and be like “hey if you do this more often it’ll be better and so forth” sometimes they’ll be thankful and other times they’ll get angry lol
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Jul 23 '20
I had two white kids call me the N word and told I should just die already because I shot 3-7 so I guess you could say I'm totes samesies
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u/Dimaaaa Jul 23 '20
I play and share the ball with everyone as long as they play teamball. There are few games where your rating says as little about your actual competence. I have won consecutive games at the park with random 60s and 70s just because we shared the ball better than the opposition.
Move the ball, run, cut, set (intelligent) screens, spread the floor on the fast break and don't block the paint/draw in your defender when your teammate has an open lane. Stay with your man on D but keep an eye if help defense may be needed. Box out when shots go up but don't jump when you're definitely too far away to grab it or with a teammate in better position, you'll only lose time to react while airborne.
I feel like everyone's having a better time when you know your teammate's gonna find you when you're in a good position and they got your back on defense. And fuck those 1000s of people who do nothing but go from left to right to left to right on the perimeter, ignore the open teammate and then shoot from 6ft behind the three-point line. Idgaf if they shoot 80%. I don't enjoy playing that game.
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Jul 23 '20
Damn bro I be doing the same thing. Hop on a with a rook or pro & get a few dubs against sweats & have fun
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Jul 23 '20
I wish there were more players like that. I'm here to have a good time and not have to deal with tryhards every game
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u/cgjanes44 Jul 23 '20
I want to help out noobs like this, but most of the All Stars and Pros are arrogant pricks with a 95 that swear they can pull from anywhere
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u/givyerballsatug Jul 23 '20
We need more of this and less going side to side on the perimeter and chucking up a three
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u/albsvs Jul 23 '20
If there’s anyone like this good soul, who’s willing to play with me Rec or just park, can add me on PS4! At the moment I’m an 80 ovr pg slasher and I play with a friend who’s a shooting guard (87 ovr atm). We always play in two, so it’s stressful 🥺😣
zEmptyAlbiiz is my psn! 🤞🏼
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u/SigilSouls Jul 23 '20
its nice to see this cause half the niggas that play this game will genuinely start bullying people for not having their video game character a high enough level for them
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u/xcapten Jul 23 '20
Felt this forreal, reason I switched from Park to MyTeam is just the overall toxicity of the game mode along with the ridiculous matchmaking. I can green 3s and have a 93 overall and yet since I'm not like Superstar 2 I never even get to play and when I do nobody passes the ball and just talks shit lmaoo
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u/OkayIdgaf Jul 23 '20
ok no this has got to be the most WHOLESOME content i’ve seen across any platform
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u/LukasSamuila Jul 23 '20
Its sad in a way when you message a few tips and they reply thank you for helping and not being toxic
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u/ZekeHasBigCheeks Jul 23 '20
lol I can’t even play park because I’m only 83 overall and pro 2 but I get it though.
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u/ZekeHasBigCheeks Jul 23 '20
Like I’m pro 2 so they won’t let me play with them. How do I get any higher then. So I tried lots of boosting looking for groups and every single one is, “hold up before I boost you guys. You have to boost me okay” then like a few hours later he makes it and has to get off
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u/golakers3926 Jul 23 '20
Much Respect to these people these are the hardest people to find in the world nowadays and i love to see this
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u/dribblesensai Jul 23 '20
I wish PlayStation could be like this I have an 80 win percent and I try to do shit like this and even the bots talk shit when you try to help them or tell them GG I hate PlayStation gamechat
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u/Pizzadontdie Jul 24 '20
Same man, I help people and still hold a 85% win, but this late in the year who even cares.
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u/kmurphy74 Jul 23 '20
Being honest, as someone who gets carried we appreciate it more than anything. Some of us will just not be good enough
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Jul 23 '20
This is the most wholesome thing I’ve seen in 2 months. I wish I can give you a reddit gift but im broke. Take my upvote.
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u/Loveitwhentheyrun Jul 23 '20
Hey man shouts out to you. This is cool as shit and I wish there were more people like you in the community 🤘🏼
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Jul 23 '20
I hate the toxicity of this community. It’s hard to find games at park and when you finally get one you get toxic assholes who chuck, don’t pass then blame you for a loss. Had a game yesterday where some kid took 15 shots in park (missed 9 wide open threes I passed to him) then bitched we lost because we didn’t get him the ball enough. When I pointed out he took 15 of our teams 20 shots he called me the N word and just started screaming into his shitty mic
I’ve found a few cool dudes who are fun to play with but if they’re not on I don’t even want to load up the game
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u/veeno__ Jul 23 '20
Damn this was awesome. You know how fucking RARE it is to get a message like this on 2K is?! You get a random message from someone on 2K please believe it’s about ya momma
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u/redblade13 Jul 23 '20
You know the community is toxic when you see messages like this, he is amazed someone finally isn't an asshole. I swear people are so toxic on this shit. Me and my friend play with randoms no one wants to play with and sure they aren't the best offensive players or clamp everyone up but the one's who put effort jn and try despite no being skilled are the ones we don't mind playing with. They can't create their shot but take open ones and aren't hogging are fun randoms to play with. Some of them apologize on a bad game and we don't even sweat it. Some people get so high and mighty the moment they are one rank higher.
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u/Greggm1993 Jul 23 '20
I'm from the UK and been playing 2k since it went on sale for £2.50 (like 2 months ago).
Love the game, but easily one of the most toxic communities I've ever seen, so this...I love to see💯
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u/TheKing6198 Jul 24 '20
Whats your psn mines eesaachampminty nah if you/teammate can shoot mid range-3 or a big then your good its simple you need someone who can score from outside the paint otherwise the d just gonna sleep in the paint with they hof intimidator (ngl i use it too)
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u/rebeltravis97 Jul 23 '20
I've realized if you have the black tattoo they have goin most people will let you play with them like they are the 2k gods. I watched my bro add the tattoos to his character and first match in park got a team