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NBA 2K26’s MyTEAM Welcomes WNBA Players for First Mixed-Roster Play

The move reflects 2K’s effort to elevate women’s basketball visibility through expanded commercial opportunities for WNBA players in mainstream gaming.

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08/14/25
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Overview

  • NBA 2K26’s MyTEAM mode will include WNBA player cards for the first time, allowing gamers to craft rosters that combine NBA and WNBA stars.
  • Visual Concepts recorded new audio from Kevin Harlan, Greg Anthony and Stan Van Gundy to ensure commentary adapts to mixed-gender lineups.
  • Every WNBA team’s jersey and court design will be available in MyTEAM, enhancing presentation of women’s basketball on virtual hardwood.
  • The mode debuts fresh competitive elements such as Game Changer cards, 5v5 All-Star Team-Up co-op, Breakout: Gauntlet challenges and a weekly $10,000 King of the Court tournament.
  • The WNBPA praised the renewed partnership as a cultural win for players, and NBA 2K26 launches with Superstar Edition early access on Aug. 29 and standard release on Sept. 5.