NBA 2K23 Jordan Challenge - All You Need To Know About 15 2K23 Jordan Challenges
In NBA 2k23, the Jordan challenge consists of 15 unique games. From Jordan's shy opening at the University of North Carolina to his last shot at the Chicago Bulls, Jordan has become a six time NBA champion. The complete demonstration package in the game is richer than anything we have done before, so that the appearance, feeling and sound of each game seem to be carried out in the actual year. In this mode, you will experience:
- A well-designed video filtering system is designed to reproduce the TV experience of watching these games, just as they were originally broadcast in the 1980s and 1990s, each era has its own unique viewing experience.
- Unique broadcasting elements of the times, truly capturing the broadcasting technology at the time of each game. In 1982, you will experience the broadcasting pictures with simple design and nature. Large letters, not too many figures. When we enter the 1990s, you will begin to see a demonstration of evolution, because technology is improving by leaps and bounds. In this respect, seeing is believing. Wait until you see it
- This is a broadcasting experience that penetrates into the mood and environment of each game and is a truly world-class experience. In order to make the explanation more authentic, you need a real experience who has experienced the entire Jordan experience from various angles. The legendary coach and analyst Mike Fratello, also known as the Czar, will join the interpretation team of the NBA 2k23 Jordan challenge. Fratello brings a unique authenticity to games with its keen insight and unique story, which makes us dedicated to making these games look and feel... Just right.
- From North Carolina... Guard... 6'6... Michael Jordan! We have all seen the iconic introduction of the Bulls' starting lineup, including the iconic voice of ray clay. In order to capture and reproduce that goosebumping moment, we especially captured a complete set of PA broadcasting settings of ray clay. As the official announcer of the Bulls team, we included ray clay in those games in the 1990s when he broadcast on TV around the world. If Sirius of the Alan Parsons project did not enter the loudspeakers in the stadium when announcing each starter, any starting lineup experience of the bulls in the 1990s would be incomplete. We spare no effort to provide you with a completely real experience!
- In each of the 15 Jordan challenges, there was a pre game interview with an outstanding person, which is a unique part of each game. Who is better suited to tell Michael Jordan's story than teammates, coaches, and those who comment on his game? In your experience, you will be told by Marv Albert (the sideline commentator of the shrug), Kareem Abdul Jabbar (the opponent of the 1988 Chicago all star game), Dennis Rodman (the opponent of the bad boys game), Phil Jackson (the head coach of the last dance game) and others. We believe that you will find this collision a truly extraordinary and unforgettable narrative experience.
- Challenge! Each of the 15 challenges provides you with three goals. Completing a goal will win you a star. Collect 40 stars and you will unlock the unique rewards of a dream team and brilliant career mode. If you want to wear Jordan's University of North Carolina Jersey across cities and streets, there is only one place to get it
Our "kitchen sink" approach includes everything we can think of, but it doesn't stop there. If the experience on the court is not in line with the way of playing in this era, what are the advantages of the above? Let's dig into these details
Game Authenticity
In the past 40 years, basketball has undergone tremendous changes. Strengthening the field experience to support the Jordan challenge is a major priority for the team this year. Jordan challenge is not just a modern game of classic teams and classic jerseys. We investigated, studied and made key game changes to adapt to the feeling of each era and make every game like a time travel through the history of the NBA.
First, in Jordan's time, the pace of the game was much slower. In the games of the 1980s, you will notice that the emphasis on low and medium distance games is higher. This is supported by slider settings, AI, trends, and tactical manuals tailored to the times. We have also rewritten the offensive transformation of the 1980s. It has a more compact choice of switching routes and more players cut into the basket with a number of advantages, rather than the three-point ball you see in today's NBA.
You can use the tactics of some of the greatest coaches in NBA history. Jack Ramsey, Hubie brown, Dick Motta, Lanny Wilkins, Phil Jackson, Jerry Sloan, Rick Adelman, etc. On the defensive side, we rewrote the logic of counterpoint, so when Jordan plays Dominic Wilkins, they will counterpoint in the shootout challenge and try to surpass the other side's score. In other games, you will see more dislocation. When you play Jordan against the Cavaliers, Winston Bennett defends Jordan, Jordan takes Craig ello, ello defends Scott Pippen, and Pippen defends Bennett. If you can score with enough efficiency, ELO will eventually take over Jordan's defensive responsibility.
Basketball in the 1980s and 1990s paid more attention to physical confrontation than basketball today; This is more precisely reflected in our floor scramble and paint area confrontation. Compared with today's freer and smoother games, hand movements and body lifting bring a completely different feeling to one-on-one combat. We also ensure that all rules (such as illegal cover) are accurately reflected in each specific game. Playing with Jordan against the "bad boy" pistons may be the most obvious example, showing you the toughness and body of old-fashioned basketball. The pistons will adopt their famous "Jordan rule", which is a set of defensive strategies they use to contain Jordan.
In terms of iconic style, you will see our biggest upgrade to date. Magic Johnson has his iconic no look pass. Many classic superstars have brand-new jump shots, layups and dunks. We also make every effort to ensure that our dribbling and finishing moves are appropriate to the times. This means that actions like "Sam Gaud" and "European step layup" will not shine brilliantly in the Jordan challenge. Of course, if we miss some important moments that we all remember, the Jordan challenge will not be complete. Jordan's famous shrug against Portland, the flu game in the 1997 finals, the shot against ello, and Jordan's famous shot against Brian Russell won him the final championship. These are only some memories accurately reproduced in NBA 2k23.
When we created the challenge, we paid attention to every possible detail, and then there were some. The end result is an amazing reappearance of the past, and we know you will like it! Below, you will find a detailed introduction to each challenge and the history behind this moment.
NBA 2K23 Jordan Challenges
1. 1982 National Championship: the University of North Carolina vs. Georgetown
The 1982 national championship showcased the content of Mr. key for the first time with the future Hall of fame, legendary duels and Michael Jordan. With less than 20 seconds to go, MJ fell behind 62-61. With 15 seconds left, MJ, a first-year Tar Heel (UNC) player, locked the championship with a jump shot. Many players, not only newcomers, will bow under the spotlight and high intensity of the national championship, but not No. 23. Experience Jordan's first iconic shot by recapturing the magic of the 1982 national championship.
2.1984 American men's basketball competition
In 1984, 67596 fans crowded into Indiana stadium to witness the conflict between NBA giants. The US Olympic team led by Michael Jordan faced Magic Johnson and the NBA all star team head-on. In a game attended by NBA legends such as Larry Bird, Kevin McHale and Isaiah Thomas, Jordan proved that as a rookie, he has the ability to beat some of the greatest stars in the game.
3. Game 2 of the first round of the 1986 Eastern playoffs
In Michael Jordan's second NBA playoff series, the then 22-year-old guard showed great confidence when facing the powerful Boston Celtics. Michael Jordan's performance in the second game was legendary. He broke out in the game and scored 63 points. Jordan was almost unstoppable, making fancy lay ups among the tall defenders and hitting jump shots again and again. Release Jordan's historic attack again in NBA 2k23.
4. 1988 NBA All Star Game
Although he played only 29 minutes, Michael Jordan scored 40 points and 73.9% of the shots, leading everyone in scoring. He turned the stadium into his airs to confront the Western All-Star lineup including Magic Johnson, James worthy, Hakim olajuwan, Karim Abduljabbar, etc.
5. Game 5 of the first round of the 1989 Eastern playoffs
The knockout is the ultimate test for any competitor who wants to become a "key player". The Chicago Bulls and Cleveland Cavaliers drew 2-2 in the fifth game of Cleveland, laying the foundation for Jordan's brilliant performance. The North Carolina man scored 44 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists over the Cavaliers, which allowed his team to advance by one point. Jordan showed his diversified ability in the game, which dashed Cleveland's playoff hopes.
6.1990 Atlanta Hawks vs Chicago Bulls
When recalling Jordan's many must see duels, his battle with Dominic Wilkins cannot be ignored. Facing one of the most important players in the history of the Atlanta eagles, Jordan averaged 31.6 points, 7.1 rebounds and 6.2 assists in 45 games. Conversely, Wilkins averaged 29.8 points and 6.8 rebounds against Michael Jordan in his career. When two people play against each other, it is a heavyweight title game. You can relive it in the Jordan challenge.
7.1990 Chicago Bulls vs Cleveland Knights
Jordan had many wonderful games against the Cavaliers, but the 69 point game was the most impressive. In 50 minutes, Jordan taught a master course in scoring, rebounding and assists. At the end of the game, he scored 69 points and 18 rebounds, both of which reached a career high. Jordan has been shooting jump shots, 23 shots and 21 free throws. Pass on one of the league's most memorable moments by recreating his historic game.
8.1990 Eastern finals game 3
In the early 1990s, the Chicago Bulls and the Detroit Pistons were at odds, and their competition reached its peak in the third game of the 1989 Eastern Conference finals. With the Eastern Conference finals series 1-1, Jordan pushed the Chicago Bulls to victory in the best way he knew. He scored 46 points and sent five steals. In this eastern heavyweight competition, Jordan played his part in the deafening cries of Chicago fans.
9.1991 NBA finals game 5
In the final finals, Jordan defeated the "show time" Los Angeles Lakers led by Magic Johnson and lifted his first Larry O'Brien trophy. In the past six years, despite Jordan's best efforts, this coveted championship trophy has never been won. The 27 year old shooting guard proved that he could meet the high expectations of people by beating a team full of hall of fame talents. When ribbons and confetti fell at Jordan's feet, he was so eye-catching.
10.1992 NBA finals game 1
After Jordan won his first championship title, he had an insatiable desire for more rings. When he reached the finals for the second time in a row, Jordan made the game a garbage time in the game against the Portland Trail Blazers. At the end of the first half, there was no doubt about the score of both sides. MJ won with 39 points and became the main contributor to the Bulls' 33 point victory over their opponents.
11.1995 Chicago Bulls vs New York Knicks
The former college opponents once again fought, this time at the Madison Square Garden stadium in New York, the holy land of basketball. Jordan and Patrick Ewing made the fans feast their eyes, especially at the peak of their strength, in a game full of fierce physical confrontation with each other's goals. Ewing's 36 points are usually enough to beat any team, but Jordan's 55 points proved insurmountable. This game once again reminds people of Jordan's greatness, and you can experience it yourself.
12.1996 NBA finals game 6
Michael Jordan's fourth championship title can be said to be one of his most difficult tests. Facing the defensive guard Gary Payton (also known as "glove") of the Seattle SuperSonics, every possession is a fight between the two sides. Peyton tried his best to limit Jordan throughout the series, successfully limiting his shooting percentage to 26.3% in Game 6, but the offensive assassin found a way to stop the Sonics' championship plan. Dig deep and win the championship in the hard fight against the powerful enemy.
13.1997 NBA finals game 5
In the game against Utah Jazz, Michael Jordan suffered from the flu and was on the verge of collapse. He struggled with illness and fatigue for 44 minutes and 17 seconds. This famous "flu game" is legendary and widely considered as one of Jordan's best moments as a basketball player. In the fifth game, the bulls were in a passive position at the beginning of the game, and were once 16 points behind. Somehow, Jordan managed to pull his team back from the brink of failure and finally won the game. At the end of the game, Jordan had 38 points, 7 rebounds, 5 assists and 3 steals. He left everything on the court.
14.1997 Chicago Bulls vs Los Angeles Lakers
When Kobe Bryant enters the NBA, his momentum and confidence are somewhat similar to Michael Jordan, but it remains to be seen whether he is the successor of MJ. Bryant, who took Jordan as his idol since childhood, challenged his idol throughout the game and was determined to prove his ability. The lower Merion high school student scored 33 points against MJ and the bulls, but Jordan's 36 points remind people that he is still the ruler of the court. In the process of winning, he taught the rising star Bryant something.
15.1998 NBA finals game 6
The Utah Jazz and the Chicago Bulls both thought that they had not had enough fun in the 1997 NBA Finals, so they met again in 1998. In the series, except for one game, the other five games ended with 5 points or less. The sixth game is also the climax of the series. Jordan consolidated his title with 45 points, and with five seconds left, he used a deadly crossover to swing Brian Russell to the top and hit a kill shot with five seconds left. Relive those last moments and celebrate one of Jordan's greatest feats.
Applicable to all versions of NBA 2k23, we can't wait to let you experience the Jordan challenge! A clear restatement of Michael Jordan's career is a passionate project for our development team. To pay tribute to such an important person who has shaped the NBA as it is today... It is an honor for all of visual concepts. We sincerely hope that you enjoy playing the Jordan challenge as much as we did when we made it.