Since the official servers for NBA 2K17 have been shut down, many players have returned to the game’s offline MyCareer mode. In this mode, the standard Virtual Currency (VC) is replaced by Skill Points (SP). While the "grind" can be slow, several legacy glitches and exploits still work to help you maximize your player's potential without the online requirement.
Here is a comprehensive guide to the most effective ways to exploit the system for skill points and attributes in NBA 2K17’s offline mode. 1. The Instant 99 Overall Attributes Glitch
This is the most famous legacy glitch for NBA 2K17. It allows you to transfer the 99-rated stats of a "Created Player" onto your MyCareer save file.
Step 1: Create Your Template. From the main menu, go to Options/Features and create a new player. Set his position, height, and weight to match your MyCareer player exactly. Max out every attribute to 99 and add all the badges you want.
Step 2: Modify the Roster. Go to the Roster Creator and select the official 2K Sports roster. Find the team your MyCareer player is on and release one low-rated player. Replace them by adding your 99-rated "Created Player" to that team's starting lineup.
Step 3: The Connection Trick. Load into an Open Practice in MyCareer. Fill your "Doing Work" meter (the fastest way is doing vertical jumps). Once it’s full, the game will ask if you want an attribute upgrade. nba 2k17 my career skill points glitch -offline-
Step 4: Disconnect. As soon as you select "Yes," immediately disconnect your internet (unplug the Ethernet or test the connection in your console's settings to force a disconnect).
Step 5: The Transfer. Go back to the main menu and re-establish your connection. Play a Quick Game using your modified roster. Change a single setting (like the camera) and save the game. This action can "trick" the save file into transferring the 99 attributes to your MyCareer player. 2. Unlimited Attribute Upgrades via "Doing Work"
If you prefer a method that feels more like "glitched grinding" rather than a full stat swap, you can exploit the practice facility.
The Practice Save Exploit: Go to a live team practice. Fill your "Doin' Work" meter until it's nearly full. Exit to your MyCourt and close the application.
Cloud Save (Console Only): Upload your MyCareer save to the cloud. Re-enter the game, finish the practice to get your upgrade, then exit and download your old save from the cloud. In some versions, you would keep the upgrade point while the game reverted your progress to just before you earned it, allowing you to repeat the practice infinitely. 3. The "Sim to End" VC/SP Glitch Since the official servers for NBA 2K17 have
This method was originally used for VC but works similarly for SP in offline modes to help you "buy" upgrades faster.
Setup: Set the game difficulty to Rookie and quarter length to 5 minutes.
The Lead: Play until halftime. You must be leading (or trailing) by at least 10 points.
The Exploit: Pause the game and select "Sim to End with VC/SP." Immediately after confirming, spam the "Start/Options" button repeatedly. This can cause the game to glitch the "minutes played" counter, sometimes showing you played 60+ minutes, which significantly inflates your SP reward for that game. 4. Maximizing Hidden Stats (Shot IQ & Intangibles)
You can max out specific "hidden" attributes like Shot IQ, Draw Foul, and Intangibles without spending any points. Step 1: Save Scumming Go to your MyCourt
The Drill: In practice, hold L2 + R2 (PS4) or LT + RT (Xbox) to enter a custom-spot practice. Immediately after starting, press the options button and select "Yes" to finish.
The Result: Doing this consistently can trigger +1 boosts to these specific stats every three drills, eventually pushing them to 99. 5. Essential Tips for Offline Players
PC Tools: If you are playing on PC, you have much easier options. Tools like the Limnono Trainer or specific Cheat Engine tables allow you to manually edit your attributes, badges, and animations without performing complex in-game glitches.
The "One Tile" Rule: Some users report that if you max out a stat category (like 3pt shooting) to the absolute limit, the attributes might "reset" or disappear. It is often safer to leave one tile unbought to ensure the stats remain active.
Go to your MyCourt. Save the game manually to a new slot. Call this "Glitch Prepper." Now, simulate ahead until you get the meeting with your agent about the shoe deal.
While the offline nature of this glitch means 2K Support never banned anyone for using it, there are technical risks:
The core of this exploit lies in a logic error within the practice facility mini-game system. In NBA 2K17, when you entered the practice facility, you could play drills (Gauntlet, Shooting, etc.) to earn a small amount of Skill Points. The glitch exploited the "Exit" and "Re-Enter" mechanic.