NBA 2KW reveals official Chet Holmgren build for NBA 2K26

The appeal of the official Chet Holmgren template is simple: a 7-foot-1 center with a 7-foot-7 wingspan, a 97 block, and enough shooting to force real coverage on the other end. NBA 2KW’s build gives NBA 2K26 players a rare two-way big who can protect the rim, finish inside, and still matter when the floor is spaced. For MyCAREER players who want a center that feels modern instead of one-dimensional, this is the kind of blueprint that immediately stands out.

The template lands at 220 pounds and leans into Holmgren’s unusual balance of size and skill. The key numbers tell the story. It carries a 92 close shot, 85 driving layup, 80 driving dunk, 85 standing dunk, and 80 post control, so it is built to score in traffic and punish smaller defenders. The shooting package is just as important, with 80 mid-range shot and 78 three-point shot giving it real stretch value. On defense, the 85 defensive rebound, 84 interior defense, and that eye-catching 97 block make the build look like a paint anchor first and a weak-side eraser second.

That profile fits best for players who want a center that can survive in today’s spacing-heavy modes without getting stranded under the rim. In Rec, the size, block rating, and rebounding should translate cleanly for teams that need a back-line stopper who can still pop into mid-range looks. In Park, the 72 speed, 60 agility, and 80 vertical suggest the build will hold up better if the user understands positioning and timing rather than trying to play like a pure perimeter big. It is not the kind of template for someone chasing a quick, dribble-heavy center. It is for players who want impact plays from vertical contests, late rotations, and efficient interior scoring.

NBA 2K’s Community Builds system makes that easier to trust because the templates are meant to work as blueprints, and if used as-is they come with recommended Signature Animations and Takeover. That matters here because the Holmgren build is built around feel as much as raw numbers. NBA 2K26’s own spotlight on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander as the cover athlete also fits the Thunder-era backdrop, with Holmgren already established as a core part of Oklahoma City’s identity. Holmgren’s real profile backs that up too, with ESPN listing him at 7-foot-1 and 208 pounds and StatMuse showing 17.1 points, 8.9 rebounds, and 1.9 blocks in 69 games.

For players deciding whether to copy the template exactly or tweak it, the answer comes down to role. Keep it intact if the goal is a tall, mobile rim protector who can stretch the floor and survive in modern online modes. The 97 block and 78 three-pointer are the hooks, but the real value is that this build makes Holmgren’s unique blend of protection, spacing, and vertical finish feel usable from the jump.