NBA 2K27 features 18 GOAT Builds so far that let you build a MyPLAYER identical to real NBA legends. Introduced in Season 2, GOAT Builds bring the best way to play as your favorite NBA Stars. However, you need to unlock some of these Builds in order to use them. Therefore, we created this of all GOAT Builds in NBA 2K27 and how to unlock them. Without further ado, let's dive right in.

All GOAT Builds in NBA 2K27

Player (Position)How to Unlock
Magic Johnson (PG)Season 2 Level 26 Reward
Penny Hardaway (PG)N.A.
Gilbert Arenas (PG)N.A.
Derrick Rose (PG)REP Elite V
Kobe Bryant (SG)Season 2 Level 37 Reward
Klay Thompson (SG)N.A.
Ray Allen (SG)REP Elite V
Michael Jordan (SG)REP Elite VIII
Anthony Edwards (SG)Complete 300 total Lifetime Challenges
LeBron James (SF)REP Legend I
Carmelo Anthony (SF)N.A.
Andrei Kirilenko (SF)N.A.
Kawhi Leonard (SF)N.A.
Dirk Nowitzki (PF)Season 2 Level 33 Reward
Anthony Davis (PF)N.A.
Hakeem Olajuwon (C)REP Elite V
Wilt Chamberlain (C)Complete 350 Lifetime Challenges
Dwight Howard (C)N.A.

*N.A. – Indicates Build that is already unlocked

What Are Goat Builds in NBA 2K27?

GOAT Builds are MyPLAYER Builds inspired by real NBA legends with less limitations on attribute and physical caps. Essentially, these are powerful Builds that are designed to make you more like the player the Build is named after.

Each of these builds also features unique archetype names based on the NBA player you chose. However, the signature animations of your player are locked to those of the NBA player the build is based on. But you can still customize your Badges, Takeovers, and Cap Breakers.

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Overall, eight of the 18 GOAT Builds are available right away. But you need to unlock the rest, including Seasonal Reward players like Dirk Nowitzki or Kobe Bryant. Furthermore, others require you to reach a certain REP level (i.e. REP Level VIII for Jordan). Lastly, two of the current builds require you to complete Lifetime Challenges.

For reference, NBA 2K27 currently features four PG Builds, five SG Builds, four SF Builds, two PF Builds, and three C Builds.

Overall, that includes all GOAT Builds in NBA 2K27 so far. However, we may see more arrive in future seasons or updates. Regardless, we hope this guide gives you the info you need when you want to build a MyPLAYER.