The game sucks. Plain and simple. For around 40 hours I've been wondering why I can't hit open lay-ups, drive to the rim, block shots without getting fouled, while all the while the computer has built up a 15 point lead. The CPU RARELY misses any shots, they intercept a good 40% of your passes, block you cleanly (all the time I might add) and contest you on almost every shot. I can't seem to get a guy open for a midrange jump shot, and even if I do, perfect release and all, I will miss. The game is broken. There are some aspects that will get me to go out and buy the new one, like Association, which is by far 2K8's strong points. There are so many broken features like Jason Kapono missing an open 3-pointer from his sweet spot or Kobe Bryant missing an open layup, or even Rasheed Wallace deciding to fade-away instead of driving for a dunk. I won't be playing this game again based on the fact that I literally just snapped the disc in half because of frustration. I hope 2K9 is a little more, "less broken."
I really wanted to love this game. 2k basketball has been so close, in my opinion, to being the best sports simulation of any kind. But there are continuing problems that plague this series each and every year that defla... Read Full Review
By hooperfax006 | Review Date: Oct 11, 2007 | X360
This game is so fun. The Gameplay is great the best ever in a basketball sim. The Graphics are better but not that big of an improvement. The new features like the Dunk contest and the 3 point contest and rookie Sophomor... Read Full Review
