What is timing impact in NBA 2K23 and how can you master it? - 33rd Square (2024)

Hey friend, it‘s your guy Terry here – that basketball obsessed data nerd who loves optimizing 2K performance. Today I want to dive deep into one of the most crucial shooting mechanics in 2K23 – timing impact.

Trust me, if you want to maximize your shooting consistency and become an elite shooter, you need to master timing impact. Let me break down exactly what it is and how you can conquer it.

What does timing impact do?

In simple terms, timing impact dynamically adjusts the size of your green release window during games based on the quality of your recent shot timing.

Here‘s a quick example:

  • You release a slightly early jumper – your green window shrinks a bit
  • You swish a perfect green release next possession – your window expands
  • You brick another early release – window shrinks more
  • You hit two greens in a row – window gets really big

It‘s constantly monitoring your shot feedback and adjusting the leniency of your timing tolerance accordingly.

The better your timing, the bigger your green window. The more you miss timing, the smaller your window.

This forces you to lock in your timing and NEVER rely just on your attribute ratings to make shots. It rewards precision and skill.

How much does the green window shift?

Through my testing, I‘ve found the green window size can shift significantly based on your streak of makes or misses:

  • Make 3+ greens in row – window expands up to 30-40%+
  • Miss 3+ early/late in row – window shrinks up to 60-70%+

That‘s an absolutely massive difference!

Here‘s a quick chart showing examples of how much your green window changes for a player with an 85 3 ball:

Timing ResultsGreen Window Size
3 straight greens95ms
2 greens, 1 early85ms
3 straights early35ms

As you can see, the impact is dramatic. You absolutely MUST stay consistent with timing or suffer the consequences.

How does it affect different shots?

While timing impact affects all shots, some shot types are more impacted than others:

Jumpers

Jumpers require the most precise timing. Even slightly early or late and you‘ll likely brick with tighter windows. Master your visual cue and release point.

Leaners/Faders

More timing leniency since these are tougher shots. But you still can‘t be too early or late. Get the cue down.

Post Fades/Hooks

High degree of timing impact here. Master the release out of the post. Don‘t be too eager to release.

Layups/Dunks

Less impact but still present on layup timing and dunk meter. Don‘t get complacent with your finishing.

As a general rule, the tougher the shot, the more timing matters. But no shot is immune.

How does it affect different builds?

Timing impact is universal, but certain builds feel it more:

Playshots

Heavily reliant on jumpers so they live and die by timing. Forces them to master cues to maximize shooting badges.

Lockdowns

Makes shooting much tougher if they have bad timing. Forces them to be disciplined to make shots with lower ratings.

Slashers

Changes midrange and floater game. Can‘t just drive and fire wildly. Must know cues.

Bigs

Post hooks and fades must be timed right or miss. Can‘t just dropstep and chuck. Timing essential.

No build gets a free pass. You MUST learn your timing no matter what.

Tips for mastering timing impact

Okay, now that you understand how impactful timing is in 2K23, let‘s talk about mastering it. Here are my best tips:

Learn your visual cues

Every jumper has visual cues for the perfect release point. Whether it‘s the apex of your jump on normal shots, or the flick of the wrists on post fades, find those cues for your release.

Turn off shot meter

Once you learn the cues, turn off the shot meter. It will force you to fully lean on the visual cues rather than "chasing the meter".

Do drills in MyCourt

Spend at least 10-15 minutes daily in MyCourt practicing your timing on different shots. Make it deliberate practice focusing on visual cues and release point.

Play on HOF difficulty

Playing games on Hall of Fame will shrink your windows and force you to be razor sharp with releases every time. It‘s great discipline.

Monitor your feedback

Pay close attention to shot feedback and whether you are timing releases perfectly or missing early/late. Identify problem areas.

Be patient

Rebuilding muscle memory takes time. Stick with it through ups and downs. Stay focused on improving daily and you will see results.

Mastering timing impact requires diligence and patience. But you will become a far better shooter for it. Trust the process and use it to take your shooting consistency to the next level.

Let me know if this helps explain timing impact in NBA 2K23! Got any other questions on how to maximize your shooting? Ask me in the comments!

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