Strong Handle
Strong Handle is a playmaking badge in NBA 2K27. It unlocks off Ball Handle and Strength, and every one of them has to be at the threshold.
What does Strong Handle do in NBA 2K27?
Reduces the likelihood of being bothered by defenders when dribbling. It is a Playmaking badge.
Strong Handle badge requirements in NBA 2K27
| Tier | Ball Handle | Strength | Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 60 | 75 | 60 Ball Handle and 75 Strength | |
| 67 | 82 | 67 Ball Handle and 82 Strength | |
| 73 | 89 | 73 Ball Handle and 89 Strength | |
| 78 | 95 | 78 Ball Handle and 95 Strength |
You need EVERY listed attribute at that rating, not just one. Equippable by builds from 5'9 - 6'11.
Check Strong Handle against your whole build →What attributes do you need for Strong Handle?
Strong Handle reads 2 attributes: Ball Handle and Strength. You need to hit the threshold on ALL of them, not just one.
What rating unlocks Hall of Fame Strong Handle?
Hall of Fame Strong Handle unlocks at 78 Ball Handle and 95 Strength. The full ladder is Bronze at 60 Ball Handle and 75 Strength; Silver at 67 Ball Handle and 82 Strength; Gold at 73 Ball Handle and 89 Strength; Hall of Fame at 78 Ball Handle and 95 Strength.
What height can equip Strong Handle?
Strong Handle can be equipped by builds from 5'9 - 6'11 in NBA 2K27. Outside that range the badge does not appear in your list at all, no matter how high the attribute is.
Other 2K27 badges that use Ball Handle or Strength
Other Playmaking badges in 2K27
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