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NLSC Podcast #602: That's No Way To Treat A Customer - NLSC

The NLSC @thenlsc.bsky.social · 5h

Episode #602 of the NLSC Podcast is out now! This week, Andrew and Derek are talking about the first big NBA 2K26 patch, a successful Windows 11 update, an eBay horror story, and predictions for the 2026 NBA season. 🎙️

In Episode #602 of the NLSC Podcast: A terrible eBay experience, the first big NBA 2K26 patch, and 2026 NBA predictions.

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The NLSC @thenlsc.bsky.social · 9h

A new show will be out shortly, but in the meantime, catch up on last week's NLSC Podcast, which discussed the EA acquisition! 🎙️

Tune in on...

NLSC: www.nba-live.com/nlsc-podcast...

YouTube: youtu.be/BPr0p24QZM0

Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/79U2...

Apple: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/n...

The NLSC @thenlsc.bsky.social · 15h

"It's tiresome busywork akin to the grinding that takes place in MyCAREER, artificially padding out the game and ensuring that you're sick of it by the time you have a full roster."

ICYMI, 5 Reasons NBA Playgrounds Fell Short Of NBA Jam: www.nba-live.com/tff-5-reason...

The NLSC @thenlsc.bsky.social · 1d

NBA Live 19: Lakers vs. Warriors...in the 2026 Season!

Using a minimalist 2026 season roster for NBA Live 19, @andrewnlsc.bsky.social previews Opening Day by taking on the Warriors with the Lakers.

🎥 Full Highlights: youtu.be/R4VYf4ZPmis

Monday Tip-Off: I Can't (Totally) Hate NBA 2K's Open Worlds - NLSC

The NLSC @thenlsc.bsky.social · 1d

The City and The Neighborhood bring a mix of pros and cons to NBA 2K. @andrewnlsc.bsky.social discusses his love-hate relationship with MyCAREER having open world environments in this week's Monday Tip-Off.

In this week's Monday Tip-Off, Andrew confesses that despite his quibbles with them, he can't (totally) hate NBA 2K's open worlds.

The NLSC @thenlsc.bsky.social · 2d

NLSC Screenshot of the Week: Jerry West in NBA 2K12

65 years ago today, Mr. Clutch made his NBA debut with the Los Angeles Lakers. NBA 2K12 celebrated his career in glorious black-and-white, via its NBA's Greatest mode.

It's the weekend, so share your Virtual Hardwood Photos!

NBA 2K14 Mod Releases: Lakers Anniversary Patch - NLSC

The NLSC @thenlsc.bsky.social · 2d

A Los Angeles Lakers anniversary jersey update can be found in today's NBA 2K14 Mod Releases.

Download a Showtime Lakers jersey update, featuring the 60th Anniversary patch, in today's NBA 2K14 Mod Releases.

The NLSC @thenlsc.bsky.social · 3d

40 years ago today, the Nintendo Entertainment System was released in test markets in North America!

ICYMI, this week's Wayback Wednesday took a look back at basketball gaming on the NES: www.nba-live.com/ww-nes-baske...

NLSC Top 10 Plays of the Week: October 18th, 2025 - NLSC

The NLSC @thenlsc.bsky.social · 3d

It's time for the October 18th 2025 edition of the NLSC Top 10 Plays of the Week, curated as always by Derek! Some incredible lobs, awesome mods, and gamewinning shots can be found in this week's countdown.

Dee has picked the NLSC Top 10 Plays of the Week for October 18th, 2025. Check out the latest highlights from the community!

NBA 2K26 Patch 2.1 Released - NLSC

The NLSC @thenlsc.bsky.social · 3d

Details on Patch 2.1 for NBA 2K26.

Patch 2.1 is now available for NBA 2K26. It reverses a key gameplay change from Patch 2.0, and includes a couple of bug fixes.

The Friday Five: 5 Reasons NBA Playgrounds Fell Short Of NBA Jam - NLSC

The NLSC @thenlsc.bsky.social · 4d

Seven years ago yesterday, the second and final NBA Playgrounds game was released. This week's Friday Five outlines five reasons why Saber Interactive's arcade hoops duology fell short of the best NBA Jam games.

In this week's Friday Five, Andrew outlines five reasons why the NBA Playgrounds games fell short of the best NBA Jam titles.

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Andrew Begley @andrewnlsc.bsky.social · 5d

41 today. Also, back in August I marked 24 years running @thenlsc.bsky.social. Here's to many more, on both counts!

NBA 2K26 Patch 2.0 Released - NLSC

The NLSC @thenlsc.bsky.social · 5d

Details on Patch 2.0 for NBA 2K26.

Patch 2.0 for NBA 2K26 prepares the game for Season 2, and also includes technical fixes, likeness updates, and gameplay adjustments.

Wayback Wednesday: NES Basketball Gaming - NLSC

The NLSC @thenlsc.bsky.social · 6d

This Saturday will mark the 40th anniversary of the Nintendo Entertainment System's release in select test markets in North America. As such, this week's Wayback Wednesday takes a look back at basketball gaming on the NES.

In this week's Wayback Wednesday, Andrew marks the 40th Anniversary of the NES with a look back at basketball gaming on the platform.

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The NLSC @thenlsc.bsky.social · 6d

"If you're putting all of that time and effort into creating in-depth and accurate roster mods, then you're doing yourself a disservice if you don't use them."

ICYMI, Play With Your Own Roster Mods: www.nba-live.com/mto-play-wit...

The NLSC @thenlsc.bsky.social · 7d

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NLSC Podcast #601: Electronic Arts Acquired in Massive Deal - NLSC

The NLSC @thenlsc.bsky.social · 7d

Episode #601 of the NLSC Podcast is out now! This week, @andrewnlsc.bsky.social and Derek discuss the sale of Electronic Arts in a $55 Billion deal, and upgrading from Windows 10 to 11.

In Episode #601 of the NLSC Podcast: Electronic Arts has been acquired in one of the biggest deals in video game history.

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The NLSC @thenlsc.bsky.social · 7d

"He represents a particularly dreary chapter in Bulls history, being a member of teams that weren't just unsuccessful, but unenjoyable to watch."

ICYMI, 5 Least Favourite MyCAREER Teammates: www.nba-live.com/tff-5-least-...

The NLSC @thenlsc.bsky.social · 8d

ICYMI, NLSC Podcast #600 discussed NBA 2K26, Virtual Hardwood Legends, realism feeling unrealistic, and retro gaming rotations.

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NLSC: www.nba-live.com/nlsc-podcast...

YouTube: youtu.be/6A2UnHHntW4

Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/4IMo...

Apple: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/n...

Monday Tip-Off: Play With Your Own Roster Mods - NLSC

The NLSC @thenlsc.bsky.social · 8d

For roster modders, the fun shouldn't end when a project is done. This week's Monday Tip-Off is a reminder to play with your own work.

In this week's Monday Tip-Off, Andrew discusses the joy and importance of playing with your own roster mods.

The NLSC @thenlsc.bsky.social · 9d

Magic Johnson with the clutch junior skyhook at Dyckman Park in NBA Live 19, featuring commentary from the 1987 NBA Finals.

The NLSC @thenlsc.bsky.social · 9d

NLSC Screenshot of the Week: Stretch Monroe @ Rucker

The face of NBA Street, Stretch Monroe, soaks in the adulation at Rucker Park in NBA Live 19's World Tour.

It's the weekend, so share your Virtual Hardwood Photos!

NBA 2K11 1992 Roster by Paxson-for-3 - NLSC

The NLSC @thenlsc.bsky.social · 9d

Paxson-for-3 has released a new 1992 season roster for NBA 2K11 PC.

Paxson-for-3 has released a new retro roster mod for NBA 2K11, this time taking the game back to the 1992 season.

NLSC Top 10 Plays of the Week: October 11th, 2025 - NLSC

The NLSC @thenlsc.bsky.social · 10d

It's time for the October 11th 2025 edition of the NLSC Top 10 Plays of the Week, curated as always by Derek! Epic gamewinners, wild assists, and big dunks from eight different basketball video games make for one incredible countdown!

Dee has picked the NLSC Top 10 Plays of the Week for October 11th, 2025. Check out the latest highlights from the community!