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Since 1996, the NLSC has been your source for basketball video games! We cover NBA Live, NBA 2K, NBA Jam, and many more hoops titles. 🏀🎮💻
Lost save files are a pain that gamers know all too well, but their disappearance needn't be in vain. In this week's Friday Five, @andrewnlsc.bsky.social discusses five lost saves that he's tempted to reboot via retro basketball gaming.
The Friday Five: 5 Lost Saves I'm Tempted to Reboot - NLSC
In this week's Friday Five, Andrew discusses five lost basketball video game saves that he's tempted to reboot.
www.nba-live.com
December 12, 2025 at 12:39 PM
Lost save files are a pain that gamers know all too well, but their disappearance needn't be in vain. In this week's Friday Five, @andrewnlsc.bsky.social discusses five lost saves that he's tempted to reboot via retro basketball gaming.
"There's a sense of freshness to hitting the virtual hardwood with these players from before my time. It definitely speaks to my anemoia for a decade in the NBA that I didn't experience, but nevertheless admire."
ICYMI, Anemoia & Basketball Gaming: www.nba-live.com/ww-anemoia-b...
ICYMI, Anemoia & Basketball Gaming: www.nba-live.com/ww-anemoia-b...
December 12, 2025 at 3:33 AM
"There's a sense of freshness to hitting the virtual hardwood with these players from before my time. It definitely speaks to my anemoia for a decade in the NBA that I didn't experience, but nevertheless admire."
ICYMI, Anemoia & Basketball Gaming: www.nba-live.com/ww-anemoia-b...
ICYMI, Anemoia & Basketball Gaming: www.nba-live.com/ww-anemoia-b...
Intro to The Life in NBA 09: The Inside (PS3)
Next week's Wayback Wednesday will profile NBA 09: The Inside with an in-depth retrospective!
Next week's Wayback Wednesday will profile NBA 09: The Inside with an in-depth retrospective!
December 12, 2025 at 2:27 AM
Intro to The Life in NBA 09: The Inside (PS3)
Next week's Wayback Wednesday will profile NBA 09: The Inside with an in-depth retrospective!
Next week's Wayback Wednesday will profile NBA 09: The Inside with an in-depth retrospective!
"Whether you feel that they're as good or as bad as they've ever been, I'd say that you have a point."
ICYMI, The Dichotomy of Modern Shooting Mechanics: www.nba-live.com/mto-dichotom...
ICYMI, The Dichotomy of Modern Shooting Mechanics: www.nba-live.com/mto-dichotom...
December 12, 2025 at 1:38 AM
"Whether you feel that they're as good or as bad as they've ever been, I'd say that you have a point."
ICYMI, The Dichotomy of Modern Shooting Mechanics: www.nba-live.com/mto-dichotom...
ICYMI, The Dichotomy of Modern Shooting Mechanics: www.nba-live.com/mto-dichotom...
A reminder that the NBA 2K24 servers are shutting down in 20 days, and steps on how to back up your save files and the official updates on PC.
NBA 2K24 Server Shutdown Reminder - NLSC
The NBA 2K24 server shutdown is set for December 31st, 2025. Make sure that you wrap up your business and download any shared files ASAP!
www.nba-live.com
December 11, 2025 at 12:41 PM
A reminder that the NBA 2K24 servers are shutting down in 20 days, and steps on how to back up your save files and the official updates on PC.
Classic content in basketball video games allows us to indulge our nostalgia, but sometimes, it's fun to go back further than our own fond memories. This week's Wayback Wednesday reflects on the anemoia of playing with players from before our time.
Wayback Wednesday: Anemoia & Basketball Gaming - NLSC
In this week's Wayback Wednesday, Andrew reflects on how anemoia has come to influence his basketball gaming as much as nostalgia.
www.nba-live.com
December 10, 2025 at 3:58 PM
Classic content in basketball video games allows us to indulge our nostalgia, but sometimes, it's fun to go back further than our own fond memories. This week's Wayback Wednesday reflects on the anemoia of playing with players from before our time.
Episode #609 of the NLSC Podcast is out now! This week, @andrewnlsc.bsky.social and Derek join the community in reacting to Stan Van Gundy's hot takes about the best players in NBA history, and supposed evolution of the game.
NLSC Podcast #609: Stan Van Gundy Disrespects NBA History - NLSC
In Episode #609 of the NLSC Podcast: Responding to Stan Van Gundy's direspectful claims about the best players in NBA history.
www.nba-live.com
December 9, 2025 at 2:10 PM
Episode #609 of the NLSC Podcast is out now! This week, @andrewnlsc.bsky.social and Derek join the community in reacting to Stan Van Gundy's hot takes about the best players in NBA history, and supposed evolution of the game.
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Currently working on a retrospective of NBA 09 PS3 for @thenlsc.bsky.social. Upon consulting the manual, I was reminded that I imported it from Canada, and ended up with a French manual (though the game itself is in English). Of course, at this point, a Simpsons reference came to mind.
December 8, 2025 at 6:26 PM
Currently working on a retrospective of NBA 09 PS3 for @thenlsc.bsky.social. Upon consulting the manual, I was reminded that I imported it from Canada, and ended up with a French manual (though the game itself is in English). Of course, at this point, a Simpsons reference came to mind.
The shooting mechanics in modern basketball video games have certain advantages over the ones found in old school titles. In other ways however, they fall short of their predecessors. This week's Monday Tip-Off discusses this often frustrating dichotomy.
Monday Tip-Off: The Dichotomy of Modern Shooting Mechanics - NLSC
In this week's Monday Tip-Off, Andrew discusses the dichotomy of shooting mechanics in modern basketball video games.
www.nba-live.com
December 8, 2025 at 3:05 PM
The shooting mechanics in modern basketball video games have certain advantages over the ones found in old school titles. In other ways however, they fall short of their predecessors. This week's Monday Tip-Off discusses this often frustrating dichotomy.
Larry Bird in NBA Jam Tournament Edition (PC)
In addition to the selection of mascots, celebrities, developers, and other secret characters, Larry Legend can be unlocked in NBA Jam TE...with the right code, of course.
In addition to the selection of mascots, celebrities, developers, and other secret characters, Larry Legend can be unlocked in NBA Jam TE...with the right code, of course.
December 8, 2025 at 4:57 AM
Larry Bird in NBA Jam Tournament Edition (PC)
In addition to the selection of mascots, celebrities, developers, and other secret characters, Larry Legend can be unlocked in NBA Jam TE...with the right code, of course.
In addition to the selection of mascots, celebrities, developers, and other secret characters, Larry Legend can be unlocked in NBA Jam TE...with the right code, of course.
Larry Bird's Three-Point Shootout in Jordan vs. Bird: One on One (PC)
Happy Birthday to Larry Legend, who turns 69 today!
Happy Birthday to Larry Legend, who turns 69 today!
December 8, 2025 at 2:39 AM
Larry Bird's Three-Point Shootout in Jordan vs. Bird: One on One (PC)
Happy Birthday to Larry Legend, who turns 69 today!
Happy Birthday to Larry Legend, who turns 69 today!
Catch up on the basketball gaming highlights that we've been posting on our YouTube channel, featuring a variety of current and classic hoops titles!
Basketball Gaming Highlights Round-Up (December 2025) - NLSC
Enjoy an overdue round-up of basketball gaming highlights that we've uploaded to the NLSC YouTube channel over the past few months!
www.nba-live.com
December 7, 2025 at 2:13 PM
Catch up on the basketball gaming highlights that we've been posting on our YouTube channel, featuring a variety of current and classic hoops titles!
Hoop heads,
What are your thoughts on Stan Van Gundy's statement: "The best basketball players in history have probably played in the last 20 years"?
🔴 Disagree
🟡 Neutral
🟢 Agree
Andrew and Derek will discuss their thoughts and yours on a future episode of the NLSC Podcast!
What are your thoughts on Stan Van Gundy's statement: "The best basketball players in history have probably played in the last 20 years"?
🔴 Disagree
🟡 Neutral
🟢 Agree
Andrew and Derek will discuss their thoughts and yours on a future episode of the NLSC Podcast!
December 7, 2025 at 5:00 AM
Hoop heads,
What are your thoughts on Stan Van Gundy's statement: "The best basketball players in history have probably played in the last 20 years"?
🔴 Disagree
🟡 Neutral
🟢 Agree
Andrew and Derek will discuss their thoughts and yours on a future episode of the NLSC Podcast!
What are your thoughts on Stan Van Gundy's statement: "The best basketball players in history have probably played in the last 20 years"?
🔴 Disagree
🟡 Neutral
🟢 Agree
Andrew and Derek will discuss their thoughts and yours on a future episode of the NLSC Podcast!
NLSC Screenshot of the Week: Antawn Jamison vs. Kobe Bryant in NBA Live 2001 PC
25 years ago today, Jamison and Kobe each dropped 51 points as the Warriors defeated the defending champion Lakers 125-122 in overtime.
It's the weekend, so share your Virtual Hardwood Photos!
25 years ago today, Jamison and Kobe each dropped 51 points as the Warriors defeated the defending champion Lakers 125-122 in overtime.
It's the weekend, so share your Virtual Hardwood Photos!
December 7, 2025 at 2:51 AM
NLSC Screenshot of the Week: Antawn Jamison vs. Kobe Bryant in NBA Live 2001 PC
25 years ago today, Jamison and Kobe each dropped 51 points as the Warriors defeated the defending champion Lakers 125-122 in overtime.
It's the weekend, so share your Virtual Hardwood Photos!
25 years ago today, Jamison and Kobe each dropped 51 points as the Warriors defeated the defending champion Lakers 125-122 in overtime.
It's the weekend, so share your Virtual Hardwood Photos!
Entering the Hall of Fame in NBA 2K19 MyCAREER.
What are your favourite basketball gaming achievements or milestones?
What are your favourite basketball gaming achievements or milestones?
December 6, 2025 at 5:54 PM
Entering the Hall of Fame in NBA 2K19 MyCAREER.
What are your favourite basketball gaming achievements or milestones?
What are your favourite basketball gaming achievements or milestones?
"If you've spent a lot of time playing heavily-modded basketball games, it's easy to misremember which bonus content is official, and what the community has added."
ICYMI, 5 Ways We Misremember Basketball Games: www.nba-live.com/tff-5-ways-w...
ICYMI, 5 Ways We Misremember Basketball Games: www.nba-live.com/tff-5-ways-w...
December 6, 2025 at 3:37 PM
"If you've spent a lot of time playing heavily-modded basketball games, it's easy to misremember which bonus content is official, and what the community has added."
ICYMI, 5 Ways We Misremember Basketball Games: www.nba-live.com/tff-5-ways-w...
ICYMI, 5 Ways We Misremember Basketball Games: www.nba-live.com/tff-5-ways-w...
NBA 2K17 (PlayStation 4, All-Time College DLC): Al-Farouq Aminu finishes the break with a windmill off a lob from Chris Paul.
Who are some of your favourite Virtual Hardwood Legends; players like Aminu, who can become superstars and highlight factories in video games?
Who are some of your favourite Virtual Hardwood Legends; players like Aminu, who can become superstars and highlight factories in video games?
December 6, 2025 at 12:44 PM
NBA 2K17 (PlayStation 4, All-Time College DLC): Al-Farouq Aminu finishes the break with a windmill off a lob from Chris Paul.
Who are some of your favourite Virtual Hardwood Legends; players like Aminu, who can become superstars and highlight factories in video games?
Who are some of your favourite Virtual Hardwood Legends; players like Aminu, who can become superstars and highlight factories in video games?
It's time for the December 6th 2025 edition of the NLSC Top 10 Plays of the Week, curated as always by Derek! Big names, a Virtual Hardwood Legend, and an awesome aerial display can be seen in this week's countdown.
NLSC Top 10 Plays of the Week: December 6th, 2025 - NLSC
Dee has picked the NLSC Top 10 Plays of the Week for December 6th, 2025. Check out the latest highlights from the community!
www.nba-live.com
December 6, 2025 at 12:25 PM
It's time for the December 6th 2025 edition of the NLSC Top 10 Plays of the Week, curated as always by Derek! Big names, a Virtual Hardwood Legend, and an awesome aerial display can be seen in this week's countdown.
Ben Gordon and Baron Davis with back-to-back clutch plays in NBA 09: The Inside (PlayStation 3).
Also, a great example of the importance of good commentary logic. B-Diddy's gamewinning three wasn't just useless stat-padding!
Also, a great example of the importance of good commentary logic. B-Diddy's gamewinning three wasn't just useless stat-padding!
December 6, 2025 at 6:56 AM
Ben Gordon and Baron Davis with back-to-back clutch plays in NBA 09: The Inside (PlayStation 3).
Also, a great example of the importance of good commentary logic. B-Diddy's gamewinning three wasn't just useless stat-padding!
Also, a great example of the importance of good commentary logic. B-Diddy's gamewinning three wasn't just useless stat-padding!
On December 2nd 1995, the Chicago Bulls faced the Los Angeles Clippers in Anaheim. NBA Live 96 PC reflected this, and other alternate venues. However, instead of a generic court as in NBA Live 95 PC, the Vancouver Grizzlies' floor was used. This error was fixed on PlayStation.
December 6, 2025 at 1:53 AM
On December 2nd 1995, the Chicago Bulls faced the Los Angeles Clippers in Anaheim. NBA Live 96 PC reflected this, and other alternate venues. However, instead of a generic court as in NBA Live 95 PC, the Vancouver Grizzlies' floor was used. This error was fixed on PlayStation.
We create countless fond memories on the virtual hardwood, but our recall isn't always spot on years later. This week's Friday Five discusses five common ways in which we misremember basketball video games.
The Friday Five: 5 Ways We Misremember Basketball Games - NLSC
In this week's Friday Five, Andrew discusses five ways that we frequently misremember basketball video games.
www.nba-live.com
December 5, 2025 at 12:19 PM
We create countless fond memories on the virtual hardwood, but our recall isn't always spot on years later. This week's Friday Five discusses five common ways in which we misremember basketball video games.
"Fortunately, first impressions don't always last."
ICYMI, PlayStation 4 Launch, 12 Years On: www.nba-live.com/ww-playstati...
ICYMI, PlayStation 4 Launch, 12 Years On: www.nba-live.com/ww-playstati...
December 4, 2025 at 12:17 PM
"Fortunately, first impressions don't always last."
ICYMI, PlayStation 4 Launch, 12 Years On: www.nba-live.com/ww-playstati...
ICYMI, PlayStation 4 Launch, 12 Years On: www.nba-live.com/ww-playstati...
V8 of the Olympic Basketball Legacy mod for NBA 2K20 PC includes teams from the McDonald's Open, NBA Europe Live Tour, and other international tournaments and exhibitions.
Olympic Basketball Legacy V8 for NBA 2K20 - NLSC
V8 of the Olympic Basketball Legacy project for NBA 2K20 PC by RayRay_953 and company is now available to download.
www.nba-live.com
December 4, 2025 at 5:34 AM
V8 of the Olympic Basketball Legacy mod for NBA 2K20 PC includes teams from the McDonald's Open, NBA Europe Live Tour, and other international tournaments and exhibitions.
A rookie Chris Paul dribbles past Lawrence Frank in NBA Live 06 PC.
December 3, 2025 at 3:53 PM
A rookie Chris Paul dribbles past Lawrence Frank in NBA Live 06 PC.
Last week marked 12 years since the PlayStation 4's launch in Australia. In this week's Wayback Wednesday, @andrewnlsc.bsky.social reflects on going to a midnight launch, and playing NBA 2K14 and NBA Live 14 for the first time.
Wayback Wednesday: PlayStation 4 Launch, 12 Years On - NLSC
In this week's Wayback Wednesday, Andrew reflects on the launch of the PlayStation 4, and his first impressions of the eighth generation.
www.nba-live.com
December 3, 2025 at 12:43 PM
Last week marked 12 years since the PlayStation 4's launch in Australia. In this week's Wayback Wednesday, @andrewnlsc.bsky.social reflects on going to a midnight launch, and playing NBA 2K14 and NBA Live 14 for the first time.