NBA 2K24: How to Do a Dream Shake (Up and Under)

by Fernando Diaz / Game Guides, NBA 2K24 / 18 Jun 2023

Yo, hoopsters! Buckle up ’cause we’re bout to dive deep into one of the gnarliest moves on NBA 2K24 – the Dream Shake, aka the Up and Under. This move, made famous by Hakeem ‘The Dream’ Olajuwon, is a deadly weapon in your arsenal, and it’s time to unlock it!

Breakin’ Down the Dream Shake (Up and Under)

Alright, let’s get the basics down first. The Dream Shake is a slick post move where you’re all about that fake out. You’re going to bait your opponent with a fake post fade, then slide in for the layup. Sounds dope, right? But mastering it? That’s where the grind comes in.

Throwing Down the Dream Shake:

Time to get your hands dirty, folks. Here’s how to lay down the Dream Shake in NBA 2K24:

Post Up: First off, you gotta set up shop near the rim. Hold down LT (or L2 on PlayStation). You don’t wanna be trying this from the cheap seats.

Fake It Till You Make It: Next up, you’re gonna fake a post fade. Pull the left stick back from the rim and hold X (or Square on PlayStation). But here’s the catch – let go before you launch your shot. Your goal is to make your defender think you’re going up for the fade.

Go for the Gold: Now, for the final act. After your defender takes the bait, push the left stick towards the hoop and hit X (or Square) again. If all goes well, you’re cruising past your man and up for a sweet layup.

Pro Tips for the Dream Shake:

Sell Your Story: The real power of the Dream Shake comes from selling that fake. Make sure your timing is spot on when you let go of X (or Square). You gotta make ’em believe!

Mind Your Spot: Your position on the court matters. Don’t try pulling this off from deep. Keep it close to the rim where it’s believable.

Draw Some Contact: The Dream Shake ain’t just for scoring, you can use it to draw fouls. If your man takes flight trying to block your fake, they’re probably coming down with a foul.

Shake It Up: For the real heads, try out a double fake. Go one way then the other before you make your move. This ain’t for the faint of heart but pull it off, and it’s straight fire.

Fernando Diaz

Fernando is doing what he always did, sharing his honest opinions about games whenever he can. The difference is now he is writing and not talking about it.
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