Fearless Finisher - Strengthens player's ability to take on contact while still finishing. Additionally 2K23 MT, it reduces the amount energy that is lost through contact layups. Fast Twitch badge will cut down the time a player takes to complete a layup or dunk around the rim.

Quick First Step - When trying to get through triple threat or after an increase in size, ball handlers can benefit from faster, and more efficient, shots. Dimer is when they are in the half-court, passes by Dimers to open shooters result in a shot percentage boost.

Bail Out - Passing out of a shot or layup is a better option to avoid errors than normal. Additionally, helps passing out of double teams in NBA 2k23. Bullet Passer - Speeds up the speed at which a player can get the ball out of their hands as well as the speed of passing.

Clamps - Defenders are able to cut-offs with speedier speeds and have greater success when using hips or bumps to the ball's handler. Rim Protector - Increases the ability of the player to block shots, reduces the likelihood of being hit by a ball, and also unlocks specific block animations.

Worm - When boxed out, rebounders have more success swimming around and getting into the right position to rebound. Intimidator - Offensive players tend to have less success shooting when contested by players with this badge. It also boosts shots defense scores when closely guarding an opponent.

The right combination of badges will depend on the player's style and build. However, using a combination of these badges could offer the player the highest possible potential for dominating this court NBA 2k23.

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