2K23 saw the introduction of the revolutionary new scoring method, Blitz. Fives S.C. entered the playoffs as the #1 overall seed, while Double Geezy took home the inaugural Blitz Shield. After suffering defeat in last year's Finals, Fives S.C. broke through in their third season in NBA Jam. Fives avoided an upset to the Sonics in the semifinal round and overcame Virginia Skyhawks for their first ever league championship.