Build a MyPLAYER Career
NBA 2K20’s MyCAREER mode gives players a long-form route through basketball, beginning with a college-to-NBA journey and a personal MyPLAYER. Story-led scenes and games frame the season around story beats, ambition, and the goal of earning a place in the league.
The mode works well for players who prefer a character-focused progression path instead of isolated matches. You can return to the career idea whenever you want a more personal objective, while the cast, topical storylines, and recognizable basketball setting give each run a stronger sense of direction. The focus is less on a single exhibition and more on shaping a recognizable player over time.
Run the Streets and NBA Stories
Run the Streets turns NBA 2K20 into a faster 3-on-3 competition that moves beyond a single arena. Players take their MyPLAYER around the world, enter street tournaments, and use Takeover moments to swing momentum when a close game starts to slip away.
A ranked leaderboard adds a clear reason to improve across repeated events, while the short-team format makes the mode easy to approach in a focused session. It suits players who want direct competition, visible standings, and a different rhythm from the longer MyCAREER route. It also gives competitive players a simple loop: enter, adjust, and try to climb again.
Manage Rosters in The Association
The Association puts the user in a general-manager role and makes team building the main task. You can shape a roster through player signings and trades, scout incoming rookies, handle the draft, and watch the team budget while planning for a stronger season.
This mode gives NBA 2K20 a strategic layer for players who enjoy decisions away from the court. Instead of controlling only the next possession, you are balancing roster needs, future prospects, and finances, making it a natural choice for longer sessions built around management and planning. The result is closer to running a franchise than simply selecting a lineup for one game.
MyTEAM, Multiplayer, and Daily Play
MyTEAM adds a collectible-card route with daily goals, card leveling, Triple Threat, and a steady chase for useful rewards. It gives players another way to build a personal lineup and keep short sessions connected to visible progress.
For direct competition, NBA 2K20 also supports quick matches, 5-on-5 Blacktop games, and connections through Google Play Games or a local network. Those options make the mobile game flexible: you can work on a collection, pursue a daily objective, or meet another player for a more immediate matchup. It is especially useful when you want variety without abandoning your main roster. The mix also keeps a collection-focused activity available between faster head-to-head games.
