Shot percentages also appear to be higher across the board - either as a way of making the series feel a little more accessible or to better reflect the skills of today's NBA. A new shot meter is one of the few changes veterans of the series will have to adjust to on the court. MORE: 'NBA 2K17' has college versions of some NBA greats That helps in differentiating the skills of shooters in a way that wasn't possible in the past. Now, though, there are attributes that differentiate being 'Open' and being 'Contested' to go along with one for taking 'Off-Dribble' shots. In past '2K' titles there have been ratings categories for 'Moving' and 'Standing' shots. With '2K17' there are new ratings and the implementation of a 'dynamic duo' concept that comes from considering him and teammate Klay Thompson, as well as other effective pairings found across the league. Last year, developers cited an inability to properly replicate the abilities Curry demonstrated in winning back-to-back MVP awards.
The influence of Stephen Curry and the record-setting Golden State Warriors is undeniable.