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The NLSC @thenlsc.bsky.social · 1h

"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...

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The NLSC @thenlsc.bsky.social · 15h

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

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The NLSC @thenlsc.bsky.social · 18h

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.

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

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.

www.nba-live.com

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The NLSC @thenlsc.bsky.social · 1d

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!

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The NLSC @thenlsc.bsky.social · 2d

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

NBA 2K14 Mod Releases: Lakers Anniversary Patch - NLSC

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

www.nba-live.com

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The NLSC @thenlsc.bsky.social · 2d

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...

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The NLSC @thenlsc.bsky.social · 2d

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.

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

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

www.nba-live.com

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The NLSC @thenlsc.bsky.social · 3d

Details on Patch 2.1 for NBA 2K26.

NBA 2K26 Patch 2.1 Released - NLSC

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.

www.nba-live.com

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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.

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

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

www.nba-live.com

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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!

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The NLSC @thenlsc.bsky.social · 5d

Details on Patch 2.0 for NBA 2K26.

NBA 2K26 Patch 2.0 Released - NLSC

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

www.nba-live.com

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The NLSC @thenlsc.bsky.social · 5d

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.

Wayback Wednesday: NES Basketball Gaming - NLSC

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

www.nba-live.com

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The NLSC @thenlsc.bsky.social · 5d

"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...

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The NLSC @thenlsc.bsky.social · 6d

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YouTube: youtu.be/BPr0p24QZM0

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

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

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The NLSC @thenlsc.bsky.social · 6d

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.

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

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

www.nba-live.com

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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-...

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The NLSC @thenlsc.bsky.social · 7d

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

Tune in on...

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

YouTube: youtu.be/6A2UnHHntW4

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

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

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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.

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

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

www.nba-live.com

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The NLSC @thenlsc.bsky.social · 8d

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

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The NLSC @thenlsc.bsky.social · 8d

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!

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The NLSC @thenlsc.bsky.social · 8d

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

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

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

www.nba-live.com

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The NLSC @thenlsc.bsky.social · 9d

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!

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

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

www.nba-live.com

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The NLSC @thenlsc.bsky.social · 10d

ICYMI, catch up on last week's NLSC Top 10 Plays!

Please keep sending your best virtual hardwood highlights to Derek (Dee4threeG on X, Dee4Three in our Forum)! All basketball games welcome, current or classic!

NLSC Top 10 Plays of the Week - October 4th, 2025 - Highlights from NBA 2K26, NBA 2K14 & More

YouTube video by NLSC

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The NLSC @thenlsc.bsky.social · 10d

Not all players are as productive or team-oriented on the virtual hardwood as they are in real life! In this week's Friday Five, @andrewnlsc.bsky.social recalls his five least favourite teammates in MyCAREER.

The Friday Five: 5 Least Favourite MyCAREER Teammates - NLSC

In this week's Friday Five, Andrew lists his five least favourite teammates from his various MyCAREER games over the years.

www.nba-live.com

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The NLSC @thenlsc.bsky.social · 11d

ICYMI, this week's Wayback Wednesday is a video retrospective of the NBA Elite 11 demo.

The NBA Elite 11 Demo: A Prelude to Disaster | NLSC Wayback Wednesday

YouTube video by NLSC

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