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Episode #627 of the NLSC Podcast is out now! This week, @andrewnlsc.bsky.social and Derek take a deep dive into the somewhat overlooked PlayStation version of NBA Live 96.
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"With one post-release update, NBA Live 18 had gone from lacking roster editing to having some of the deepest roster customisation in the series."
ICYMI, Roster Editing in NBA Live 18: www.nba-live.com/ww-roster-ed...
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Unfortunately, the virtual hardwood has become another platform for hot takes and disrespectful discourse. This week's Monday Tip-Off discusses the agendas that have infiltrated basketball video game commentary.
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NLSC Screenshot of the Week: Spud Webb dives for the loose ball in NBA Live 19 Ultimate Team
On this day in 1986, Spud had 18 assists, setting a rookie record for dimes in a Playoff game.
It's the weekend, so share your Virtual Hardwood Photos!
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NBA Live 06 PC: Nets vs. Spurs in '76 🔴⚪️🔵
Dr. J takes on The Iceman in a high-flying, high-scoring showdown, using a work-in-progress ABA roster for NBA Live 06 PC.
🎥 Full Highlights: youtu.be/SChK3XFhgsc
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It's time for the April 18th 2026 edition of the NLSC Top 10 Plays of the Week, curated as always by Derek! Alley-oops, poster dunks, and spectacular breakaway jams are joined by a full court fling and ice-cold game-winner.
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While we're naturally drawn to the all-time great virtual hardwood releases, the infamous busts are intriguing as well. This week's Friday Five reflects on five reasons to revisit bad basketball video games.
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Catch up on the latest basketball gaming highlight reels from Derek and Andrew, featuring NBA Live 96, NBA 2K6, NBA 2K17, and NBA Starting Five 2005!
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"There's always the possibility that an old favourite I haven't played in a while won't stand the test of time."
ICYMI, What Keeps Old Favourites Out Of The Rotation: www.nba-live.com/mto-what-kee...
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NBA 2K12 (PC): Kareem Abdul-Jabbar in NBA's Greatest
A mid-80s clash between the Lakers and Celtics was the perfect setting for Kareem's challenge. Retro filters and special commentary made NBA's Greatest a fitting tribute to Kareem and 14 other NBA Legends.
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April 16th 1996 in NBA Live 96 PC, with fully updated rosters via the Definitive Edition mod.
30 years ago, the Chicago Bulls became the first NBA team to win 70 games. They finished 72-10, a record that stood until the Golden State Warriors bested it with a 73-9 season in 2016.
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Happy 79th Birthday to Kareem Abdul-Jabbar!
Cap's skyhook was as beautiful as it was devastating. Fortunately, it's been available to him on the virtual hardwood, even when we've had to mod him into the rosters.
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Patches can be rightfully controversial, but sometimes, they add just what we've been asking for. This week's Wayback Wednesday takes a look back at roster editing in NBA Live 18.
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On this day in 1995, the Boston Celtics played their last regular season game at the Hartford Civic Center (now PeoplesBank Arena).
Hartford and other alternate venues were reflected in Season mode in NBA Live 95 PC, with the games instead being played on a generic court.
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Happy Birthday! May you have a wonderful day, without any adventurers stealing your jerky pretzels to solve a puzzle.
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Unfortunately, some unforeseen technical issues have made it necessary to delay Episode #627 of the NLSC Podcast, most likely until next week. We apologise to all our awesome listeners! In the meantime, we're taking more responses to the show's community question. 👇
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Even for the most dedicated retro basketball gamers, it can be tough to make time for beloved classics. This week's Monday Tip-Off discusses the factors that keep old favourites out of your rotation, even if you're eager to bring them back.
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PatTheHead's roster pack for NBA 2K13 continues to be updated with new faces, courts, and other fixes. Check it out and play with decades of rosters from multiple leagues!
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Mamba Day Court in NBA 2K16.
On this day ten years ago, Kobe Bryant concluded his 20-year NBA career with a 60-point outing as the Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Utah Jazz 101-96.
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Happy 59th Birthday to Dana Barros!
Barros led the NBA in three-point percentage during the 1992 season. As such, if you fired away from downtown with him in Tecmo Super NBA Basketball, you were probably going to see this cutscene fairly often.
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"Many sim titles haven't reflected the reality that big men are generally far more prone to foul trouble and fouling out."
ICYMI, 5 Ways Basketball Games Get Big Men Wrong: www.nba-live.com/tff-5-ways-b...
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NBA 2K14 PC With Mods
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One of the reasons why so many people stick with 2K14, is they feel the gameplay is better than recent 2Ks from a technical & realism standpoint. It plays more like real basketball.
Better footplanting, less suction, better feel on D and O, more control.
Video by Dee4Three.
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Dwyane Wade in NBA Live 10 (Xbox 360).
On this day in 2009, Wade dropped a career-high 55 points on the Knicks. Replicating the performance against New York in NBA Live 10 earned the "Flash 4/12/09" Achievement/Trophy.
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Basketball gamers,
Which version of NBA Live 96 did you own and/or play the most?
🔵 PlayStation
⚫️ Sega Genesis
⚪️ Super Nintendo
🔴 Game Boy
🟢 PC
We will be doing an in-depth dive into the PlayStation version on the NLSC Podcast.
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Bob Pettit vs. Bill Russell in NBA Live 06 PC; in black and white!
On this day in 1958, Pettit scored 50 points as the St. Louis Hawks defeated the Boston Celtics for their lone NBA title.
(Yes, Pettit is sporting a 70s throwback, as it's the earliest Hawks jersey in the game.)
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George Mikan in NBA Live 19 Ultimate Team.
On this day in 1954, Mikan and the Minneapolis Lakers became the first NBA team to threepeat - and captured their fifth championship overall - when they defeated the Syracuse Nationals in Game 7.
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ICYMI, NLSC Podcast #626 took a deep dive into the Japanese-exclusive NBA Starting Five 2005 for PlayStation 2. Tune in on... 🎙️
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Michael Ray Richardson back in uniform for the Knicks in NBA 2K9 PC.
The three-time steals leader, who would've turned 71 today, was banned from the NBA in 1986. In retirement, he's been celebrated as a Legend in multiple iterations of NBA 2K, as well as NBA Live Ultimate Team.
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NLSC Screenshot of the Week: Brewer vs. Harden in NBA Live 14
On this day in 2014, Corey Brewer dropped 51 points as the Timberwolves defeated the Rockets 112-110.
It's the weekend, so share your Virtual Hardwood Photos!
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