Challenger - 2k23 Rozet
Challenger - 2k23 Badge Video
Challenger - 2k23 Badge Details
This is the new Intimidator for perimeter shots. Any build that will be contesting shots on the perimeter should have it equipped if possible. Early candidate for S tier for locks
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NBA2k23 Defense Badges
Challenger - 2k23
Challenger - 2k23 Badge Description
Improves the effectiveness of well-timed contests against perimeter shooters
Locks
Hall of Fame
All other guard
Silver+
Bigs
Bronze+
Challenger - 2k23 Test Details
To test challenger we set up a script to take contested shots in the open-20% contest range using a rubber band on the right stick of the defensive controller to keep it pointed straight up. We did this at every badge level to figure out how much the Challenger Badge helps.
Challenger - 2k23 Test Results
The results show contest percentages not changing but the effectiveness of those contests being much more impactful. Hall of Fame challenger is definitely worth targeting.
| Attribute | Bronze | Silver | Gold | HoF |
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Attribute Perimeter Defense | Bronze 0 or 69 | Silver 79 | Gold 86 | HoF 95 |
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