What is the name of the career mode in NBA 2K?

The career mode in NBA 2K is called MyCareer. It lets players create or customize a basketball character and guide that player through a professional career, combining on-court games with progression, story elements, and personal upgrades.

MyCareer has evolved substantially since its introduction. Earlier versions emphasized a linear rise from an unknown prospect to an NBA player, while later games expanded the mode with college, G League, neighborhood, city, endorsement, and online features. The exact story and surrounding activities change from one annual release to the next, but the MyCareer name remains the series’ standard career-mode label.

A common mix-up is MyPLAYER, which usually refers to the created athlete rather than the entire career mode. MyTEAM is a separate mode focused on collecting cards and building a fantasy roster, while MyNBA and MyLEAGUE focus on managing teams and leagues. MyCareer is specifically the player-centered journey toward becoming an NBA star.