As summer cools down into fall, it’s time to lace up your sneakers and put up some shots in NBA 2K23. The latest iteration of the basketball simulator has finally arrived with up-to-date player ratings, high-level graphics, and a variety of game modes, including the Jordan Challenges.
The Jordan Challenges takes you on a trip down memory lane, reliving all the greatest moments during Michael Jordan’s career. Starting in 1982, there were countless moments from Jordan’s time at the University of North Carolina to his hoisting the Larry O’Brien with the Chicago Bulls that defined him as a player. We’ll take a look at the significant moments that enshrined His Airness in greatness and how to be successful in NBA 2K23’s Jordan Challenges.
Updated August 12, 2023, by Sean Murray: If you're looking to be the greatest of all time, then you'll have to complete all 15 of the Jordan Challenges. And to do that, we've refreshed this guide with improved formatting to make these challenges just a little easier.
Jordan Challenges In NBA 2K23
Each pivotal game will have three conditions to complete to earn a max of three stars per game, for a total of 45 stars in the Jordan Challenges. The conditions for each game include recording a certain number of points, assists, rebounds, holding players to low scoring, and of course, winning the game.
You’ll earn exclusive in-game rewards that can be redeemed in MyCareer and MyTeam. These rewards include jerseys, calf sleeves, a Jumpman necklace, a Michael Jordan coach card, and a Michael Jordan free agency card.
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Got Next |
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The Arrival |
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Star of Stars |
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The Shot |
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Shootout |
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69 Points |
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Bad Boys |
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Start of a Dynasty |
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The Shrug |
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Double Nickle |
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Father's Day Victory |
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The Flu Game |
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Pass the Torch |
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If you had any reservations about calling Michael Jordan the greatest basketball player of all time, playing through the Jordan Challenges should alleviate that.
From being an impactful freshman for North Carolina, winning the 1982 NCAA Championship, to claiming his sixth NBA title in 1998, there were 15 key moments that truly defined Jordan’s career. In each of these moments, Jordan accomplished a herculean feat that you’ll need to replicate to advance to the next moment.