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The NBA Live series of basketball video games, published by EA Sports, is currently one of the leading National Basketball Association simulations on the market. Starting from NBA Live 2000, the series featured NBA Live Legend All-Stars Teams, that included some biggest names from five decades (50s to 90s). These teams could be used instantly, but to use the players as regular players (e.g. traded, played on regular NBA Teams) they needed to be unlocked. Along the series, some of the rosters were changed due to many reasons as Michael Jordan was on the 90's team through 2004.

Yes he has been in it since Live 2000, but this is first game to have Jordan with his new team, the Washington Wizards. Cut scenes evolve the focus on player vs player interaction during stops in play and arguments between player and referee. An improved interface allowing you to get into the games quicker, and an improved control system for better defensive and offensive moves. New player moves, plays and celebration animations. The Franchise Mode lets you control your team for 10 years, trading players and keeping an eye on rookies. Legendary players list so you can see who really is the greatest.

NBA Live 2004 continues EA SPORTS' basketball series with a renewed emphasis on control within the paint and an updated graphic engine. Continuing the Freestyle Control introduced in NBA Live 2003, players can modify moves, dunks, passes, and more in real-time while driving toward the basket. Team sets like the pick-and-roll or triangle can be switched at the press of a button, and the defense has been addressed to make it as crucial a part of the game as the offense. New computer AI, animations, and rebounding controls are designed to help balance out the gameplay on both sides of the court. As in previous installments, players will be able to choose from 30 NBA teams, albeit with new 3D player models and more detailed stadiums complete with championship banners, retired jerseys, and sideline activity.

The 2005 edition of the NBA Live Basketball series has a new graphics engine, and adds new moves and signature moves to personalize the players. Another feature is Freestyle Air, with more control of players in the air, and the option to specify 10 different freestyle configurations. You can build your team over multiple seasons, and additional management in the Dynasty Mode is introduced through rookie scouting, along with a calendar to mark all the important dates. Management is based on dynasty points. By progressing, you earn points that can be spent on training sessions, new equipment, or to send out scouts all over the world. Different multiplayer options are offered, and events include a NBA all-star weekend with a Slam Dunk contest, a Rookie/Sophomore game and a 3-Point shootout, next to the regular game modes. You can also go freestyle anywhere in North America. The game has become quicker than the 2004 version, and the game strategies have been balanced by creating more emphasis on the mid-range jumper.

Open up the court and see what basketball's really like! With NBA Live '95's unique perspective on the action you get faster play, more opportunity for real tactics and a sense of realism that won't cost you the price of a season ticket. Real NBA teams and players! Full season and Playoff mode. NEW passing on the run increases game speed. NEW animations: behind-back passes, 2-player alley-oops, tip-in slams, collisions and intentional fouls.