I'd have to go with 2k8 mainly for the added features. The games play pretty similarly in a lot of respects but I LOVE 2k8s featureset with all the addons they mentioned in this review. It may seem like a small difference between the multi season modes for the 2 games but 2K8 is just SO much better in a lot of ways if you prefer realism and play for the long haul not just for a few quick play games.