His group collaborates closely with the game-play staff to determine the official ratings for NBA2king all NBA players. Stauffer is also well-known to fans of the game who play the MyLeague mode to play the game. He is one of the coaches created by computers that franchises hire when simulating the offseason.

The team of developers had a an arduous task of the evaluation of this year's rookie class, even before the coronavirus pandemic. A lot of top prospects had been on different paths to the NBA. James Wiseman was the No. 2nd overall selection in the 2020 NBA Draft, despite the fact that he only had three games in college because of eligibility issues. LaMelo was the No. one pick. The Charlotte Hornets drafted LaMelo Ball at No 3.

"Every rating is a projection, and when there is less sample size, it is going to be more difficult to make accurate projections," said Stauffer. "Even the general manager and coaches have trouble figuring out who the most suitable player to choose is in the draft."

COVID-19 made the evaluation process harder than was expected. Important scouting opportunities like the NCAA March Madness Tournament or the scrimmages that take place at the NBA draft combine are important. Both events were canceled.

Stauffer noted that ratings are usually based on statistics recorded in colleges or abroad. He said that, like front offices, developers watch tons of Buy 2K MT PS4 in-game footage and analyze the details of each game to make the information as accurate as is feasible. To determine strengths and weaknesses, they can examine the field goal percent for each zone. Blocks and steals translate well also.