NBA THE RUN developer studio has scheduled its largest update since launch for September 29, 2026, headlined by five iconic 2000s basketball legends, a newly designed camera option, a dedicated practice arena, and key balance adjustments. The major content drop, titled Wave One, brings Hall of Fame-caliber star power and highly requested community features to the arcade basketball title without requiring players to spend real-world money.
Five Hall of Fame Superstars Lead Wave One
The upcoming expansion focuses heavily on the defining superstars of the 2000s era. The studio confirmed that the five players joining the roster are Allen Iverson, Vince Carter, Kevin Garnett, Dirk Nowitzki, and Tracy McGrady.
Flexible Unlock Paths via CRED or Bundle Pricing
Players have two distinct paths to add the new icons to their lineups. Each individual Legend can be unlocked in the in-game shop for 5,000 CRED, allowing dedicated players to earn the content for free through regular gameplay. Alternatively, the studio has packaged all five players together into a bundle DLC priced at $9.99 USD. Regional store pricing may vary, meaning players should check their local digital storefronts upon release to confirm exact local currency conversions.
Drive Cam and Practice Mode Integration
Beyond the roster additions, the September 29 update introduces major quality-of-life features requested directly by the player community. The new Drive Cam—alongside its alternative Drive Cam flip variant—provides an adjusted perspective designed to follow fast-paced arcade action more closely than legacy camera angles. Meanwhile, the newly implemented Practice Mode allows users to test out timing, rehearse specific dribble moves, and refine controls in a controlled environment away from online lobbies.
New York Court Expansion and Core Adjustments
Wave One also expands the game’s venue selection with a brand-new New York-themed court featuring both daytime and tournament aesthetic variations. Successful competitors can also earn and display a new Championship Belt as a status symbol. Alongside these cosmetic and environmental updates, the development team implemented underlying adjustments, including a confirmed nerf to goaltending mechanics. Complete and precise values for all balance changes will be detailed in the official patch notes accompanying the September 29 rollout.
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