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NLSC Podcast
by NLSC
The NLSC Podcast is the official podcast of the NLSC (www.nba-live.com), providing weekly discussion on basketball video games including NBA Live, NBA 2K and NBA Jam, our talented modding community, and other topics of interest to virtual ballers.
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NLSC Podcast #651: Botched Releases & Overreliance on Patching
The big patch for NBA 2K27 is out ahead of the launch of Season 2, and so far, many gamers are dissatisfied with the update. This week, we join the community in reacting to Patch 2.0 for NBA 2K27 with some hands-on impressions, as well as thoughts on the lack of goodwill that's come with ruining...
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NLSC Podcast #650: NBA 2K27 & The Save The Game Movement
Efforts to revive NBA 2K15, NBA 2K16, and NBA 2K17 with community-maintained servers hit a snag following a DMCA takedown, but one thing's for sure: people are interested in revisiting old favourites, in large part due to dissatisfaction with NBA 2K27 and other recent releases. This week, we join...
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NLSC Podcast #649: Gaming in Adult Life
What kind of adult plays video games? As it turns out, a large majority of adults nowadays! This week, we're tackling the topic of gaming in adult life, and the stigma that still surrounds the hobby in 2026. We also react to a couple of very different articles on the matter, and our listeners…
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NLSC Podcast #648: Dee Reviews NBA 2K27
NBA 2K27 has been out for a few weeks now, and Derek has put almost 90 hours into the game. As such, this week he's providing his in-depth review of NBA 2K27, breaking down the positives and negatives of gameplay, modes, content, and features, and giving it a score out of ten. In this week's...
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NLSC Podcast #647: AI in Game Development
The use of generative AI in video game development is becoming a controversial issue. This week, we join the community in discussing how generative AI could potentially be used to enhance basketball video games, as well as some of the known drawbacks of the technology. We also react to the...
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NLSC Podcast #646: What Gamers Are Saying About NBA 2K27
NBA 2K27 is out now for everyone, meaning that more gamers have had a chance to get their hands on this year's release. To that end, this week we join the community in sharing some further impressions of NBA 2K27 - both positive and negative - covering gameplay, modes, and content. We also react…
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NLSC Podcast #645: NBA 2K27 First Impressions
It's that time of the year again! NBA 2K27 is now available via Early Access for gamers who pre-ordered one of the special editions, and we're among those who have already played it ahead of its full launch on September 4th. To that end, this week we're sharing our first hands-on impressions of…
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NLSC Podcast #644: So, That Was The NBA 2K27 Preview Season
The big NBA 2K27 infodump has come and gone, which means it's essentially a wrap on the game's abbreviated preview season. An event for content creators provided some more gameplay footage however, so this week we join the community in reacting to what we've seen, and a couple of other details...
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NLSC Podcast #643: The Truth About Skill Gaps
After an unexpected week off, we're back to discuss skill gaps on the virtual hardwood, specifically what that truly means. This includes a look at how artificial boosts and certain gameplay mechanics run contrary to the idea of implementing a skill gap. On a happier note, we also recap a couple…
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NLSC Podcast #642: NBA 2K27 Gameplay Trailer & Dunk Meter Reactions
The NBA 2K27 Gameplay Trailer dropped last week, giving us our first glimpse of this year's game in action. We also received a roadmap for the rest of the preview season along with a handful of early details on what to expect, including confirmation of a controversial change to dunking. As such,...
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NLSC Podcast #641: NBA 2K27 Preview Season Tips Off
The NBA 2K27 preview season is now officially underway with the reveal of this year's cover players, pre-order bonuses, and a handful of first-look screenshots. This week, we join the community in reacting to our first glimpse of NBA 2K27 and the three editions that will be available to…
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NLSC Podcast #640: We Review Looney Tunes: Wacky World of Sports
Although we do tend to take our basketball gaming seriously, sometimes it's fun to get a little silly with it; or indeed, looney! To that end, this week we're reviewing Looney Tunes: Wacky World of Sports, which not only includes NBA Jam-style basketball, but also soccer, tennis, and golf. We…
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NLSC Podcast #639: Dee’s Dislikes & Andrew’s Delights
Gaming in 2026 - basketball or otherwise - is certainly a mixed bag. There are some things that we're greatly enjoying, but also issues that are really bugging us! To that end, this week we present Dee's Dislikes and Andrew's Delights, wherein we get a few criticisms off our chest from issues…
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NLSC Podcast #638: Sony Announces End of Physical Game Production
Sony has announced that physical copies of PlayStation games will end production in 2028, with the console going digital-only. Despite claims that the decision was made in response to consumer trends, gamers by and large haven't been thrilled with the announcement! This week, we join the…
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NLSC Podcast #637: The Steam Machine Price Controversy
The specifications of the Steam Machine have been confirmed along with the prices for both models, with and without a controller. Suffice it to say, the announcement has generated some controversy! This week, we're breaking down everything that we know about the Steam Machine, from specs to...
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NLSC Podcast #636: The NBA’s Greatest Father-Son Duos
There have been a number of father-son duos in NBA history, but when it comes to talent, it isn't always a case of "like father, like son"! To that end, this week we're choosing our Top 5 father-son duos for a two-on-two game. While there are some obvious choices with these multi-generational...
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NLSC Podcast #635: We Review NBA The Run
NBA The Run was released last week, and so far it's certainly drawn a mixed reception from basketball gamers. This week, we're reviewing the new arcade streetball game from Play by Play Studios, breaking down the gameplay and describing our experiences playing in several tournaments. We also read...
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NLSC Podcast #634: Our NBA 2K27 Wishlist
With the preview season and indeed the release of NBA 2K27 looming, what are we hoping to see from this year's game from Visual Concepts? This week, we join the community in sharing some of our key Wishlist items, from our most-desired gameplay improvements to ideas for enhancing modes, features,...
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NLSC Podcast #633: The Ups & Downs of Online Gaming
Online gaming undoubtedly has its ups and downs, depending on what you're playing and who you're playing with! To that point, this week we reflect on two very different online gaming experiences, the first being the recent open beta for NBA The Run, and the second being our latest four and...
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NLSC Podcast #632: What Surprises Us About Basketball Gaming in 2026
Although we've been playing basketball video games for decades now, the hobby is still capable of surprising us. To that end, what are the biggest surprises - both positive and negative - in basketball gaming in 2026? We share and discuss what amazes and astonishes us when it comes to the virtual...
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NLSC Podcast #631: Will NBA The Run Be Worth The Price?
The second closed beta for NBA The Run took place last weekend, and we both had a chance to participate! To that end, this week we're providing more detailed hands-on impressions of the soon-to-be-released game, as well as discussing whether or not it's worth the newly-announced price tag. We…
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NLSC Podcast #630: 2026 Basketball Gaming Habits
Entering 2026, we had some plans and goals for the virtual hardwood. Since we're rapidly approaching the middle of the year, we decided to check in on how those plans are going! To that end, this week we're joining the community in discussing our basketball gaming habits so far in 2026, from the...
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NLSC Podcast #629: NBA The Run Hands-On Impressions & Feedback
Last week, Play By Play Studios held a closed beta for NBA The Run, which is set to release in June 2026. Derek was able to take part, and so this week, he's sharing his detailed hands-on impressions of the game, breaking down the key positives and negatives while also making some recommendations...
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NLSC Podcast #628: Why Some Basketball Gamers Stick With Last Gen
While it's exciting to be on the cutting edge of gaming technology, we're not always in a rush to upgrade. This week, we're taking a look at why basketball gamers often stick with last gen hoops titles - ourselves included - and some of the benefits of delaying a jump to the next generation. We...
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NLSC Podcast #627: The Overlooked Version of NBA Live 96
We're back on the air after an unfortunate technical mishap last week, and ready to take a deep dive into the PlayStation version of NBA Live 96! After recapping a couple of our sessions with the game, we discuss its features and on-court experience, break down the results of a simulated season,...
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NLSC Podcast #626: An In-Depth Look At NBA Starting Five 2005
We've recently been connecting to play Konami's NBA Starting Five 2005, which was a Japanese-exclusive release. That has inspired us to take an in-depth look at the game, in which we break down its classic teams and other content, and share our impressions of its gameplay, modes, presentation…
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NLSC Podcast #625: Our Wishlist for Super Basketball Classics
Namo Gamo has announced Super Basketball Classics, a follow-up to the original Basketball Classics released back in 2019. The new game is a throwback to the 16-bit era of basketball gaming, and will also feature the Harlem Globetrotters. This week, we share our thoughts on what we know about…
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NLSC Podcast #624: The Latest News on NBA The Run, Set To Release in 2026
A new MVP mixtape trailer has been posted for NBA The Run, which is scheduled for release at some point in 2026. This week, we react to the trailer and the latest information on the game, courtesy of a recently re-posted Q&A that Play By Play Studios held on X back in December. The community also...
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NLSC Podcast #623: Bam Scores 83, But What Makes A Record Legitimate?
Bam Adebayo now owns the second-highest mark for scoring in a single NBA game with 83 points; a performance that has certainly drawn mixed reactions from fans and pundits alike. This week, we join the community in giving our thoughts on Bam's 83-point game, and discuss what we believe separates...
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NLSC Podcast #622: Our Toughest Human Opponents On The Virtual Hardwood
There's a lot of fun to be had taking on the CPU solo or co-operatively in basketball video games. However, we also have countless fond memories of epic battles with friends, family, and online opponents. This week, we join the community in recalling the best players we've ever faced on the…
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NLSC Podcast #621: The NBA’s Tanking Problem
At this point, it's undeniable that tanking has become a huge problem in the NBA, with Commissioner Adam Silver openly pledging to fix the issue. We have our own thoughts on the matter of course, so this week we join the community in discussing our opinions of tanking and the impact that it's had...
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NLSC Podcast #620: The Future of Retro Content in NBA 2K
NBA 2K has been packed full of retro content for over a decade now, but despite some major additions, the overall quality still leaves us wanting. This week, we join the community in discussing how we'd enhance the retro content in future NBA 2K games, from fixes that are absolutely essential to...
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NLSC Podcast #619: Celebrating Michael Jordan On His 63rd Birthday
It's Michael Jordan's 63rd Birthday, so we're taking the opportunity to have an in-depth discussion about His Airness! In addition to listing some of MJ's biggest accomplishments and recalling our favourite memories of him in real life - both with the Bulls and the Wizards - we discuss his...
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NLSC Podcast #618: Historic Trade Deadline Deals
Another NBA trade deadline has come and gone, and it's inspired us to reflect on some of the most notable midseason swaps. To that end, this week we're reacting to Complex's list of the Top 20 trade deadline deals in league history. We also join the community in recalling memorable deals that our...
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NLSC Podcast #617: Ranking NBA 2K on PS4 & X1
The PlayStation 4 and Xbox One generation of NBA 2K games - and their PC ports - saw some fantastic hits, but also a couple of disappointing misses. With that in mind, how would we personally rank the eighth gen NBA 2K releases? That's the challenge before us this week, as we take a look back and...
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NLSC Podcast #616: Witnessing Basketball History
Do you remember where you were and what you were doing when you witnessed some of the biggest moments in basketball history? This week, we join the community in recalling how we personally experienced memorable events in hoops - NBA or otherwise - from exciting plays and incredible outcomes to...
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NLSC Podcast #615: Basketball Bags & Terrible Takes
Recent comments by Paul Pierce and Danny Green regarding Michael Jordan supposedly having a "limited bag" have prompted us to reflect on one of the most commonly used buzzwords in basketball discourse these days. To that end, this week we join the community in discussing what we think having a…
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NLSC Podcast #614: Dominant CPU Controlled Players in Basketball Video Games
Who are the most dominant players when they're controlled by the CPU in basketball video games? This week, we join the community in discussing some of the most unguardable players on the virtual hardwood, at least when they're in the hands of the AI. We also reflect on the frustration of not…
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NLSC Podcast #613: 2026 Basketball & Basketball Gaming Plans
Happy New Year, fellow basketball gamers and hardcore hoop heads! As 2026 gets underway, we're tipping things off by joining the community in discussing our plans for this year when it comes to basketball gaming and real basketball alike. We also reflect on the most recent game in our co-op…
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NLSC Podcast #612: Hoops Gifts for the Holidays
Another year is almost in the books! As 2025 draws to a close, we join the community in discussing the basketball and basketball gaming gifts that we gave and received this holiday season. From shoes, shirts, and collectibles, to video games, DVDs, and new basketballs, it's clear that we're all...
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NLSC Podcast #611: NBA Comebacks We Would’ve Loved to See
What Ifs are an intriguing topic in basketball discussions, especially when they involve comebacks that could've been, and comebacks that could potentially still occur. To that end, this week we're reflecting on some historical comeback rumours and returns that were reportedly close to happening,...
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NLSC Podcast #610: Revisiting NBA Live 19
With the NBA Live 19 servers shutting down, a recent kick has inspired a look back at the final release in the NBA Live series. We reflect on our overall impressions of the game after giving it another chance, from the tuning of the last patch and overall gameplay experience to thoughts on…
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NLSC Podcast #609: Stan Van Gundy Disrespects NBA History
During a recent podcast appearance, former NBA coach turned analyst Stan Van Gundy opined that the best 20 players in NBA history have all played within the last 20 years. This week, we join the community in responding to that claim and a couple of his other recent hot takes, as well as speculate...
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NLSC Podcast #608: Ranking This Generation’s NBA 2Ks
With the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S likely to be superseded within the next few years, what are our thoughts on the current generation of NBA 2K games? This week, we're ranking NBA 2K21 through NBA 2K26 from best to worst, with a few members of the community also weighing in with their...
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NLSC Podcast #607: New to Basketball? These Are The Players To Study
If you wanted to introduce someone to basketball, which players do you think stand the best chance of making them fall in love with the sport? This week, we're joining the community in naming our picks for both past and present players that we believe would get a new fan completely hooked on…
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NLSC Podcast #606: The Steam Machine – Talking Specs & Predicting Cost
Valve has announced the return of the Steam Machine, with the console-like gaming PC slated for release in early 2026. This week, we're joining the community in reacting to the news, including giving our thoughts on the announced specifications, discussing the potential advantages and…
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NLSC Podcast #605: How Much Should Video Games Cost?
The price of video games remains a hot topic in 2025. Many people opine that they're too expensive, but plenty of others actually defend the current costs, and indeed suggest that video games should be even more expensive than they already are. This week, we dive into the issue, and join the...
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NLSC Podcast #604: NBA The Run Coming in 2026
With the acquisition of the NBA license, Play by Play Studios' The Run: Got Next is now titled NBA The Run, and is slated for release some time in 2026. To that end, this week we join the community in reacting to the initial previews and teaser trailer. Although it's aiming to be a worthy…
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NLSC Podcast #603: Gambling, Flopping & Other NBA Blues
A week into the 2026 NBA season, the league has been rocked by a gambling scandal. Not only that, but many fans - us included - have been irritated by the amount of flopping and free throws. This week, we join the community in discussing these controversies, along with a few other NBA matters…
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NLSC Podcast #602: That’s No Way To Treat A Customer
Customer service, value for money, and quality products are topics that are on our minds this week. This comes in the wake of an eBay purchase that unfortunately became a deeply unpleasant transaction, as well as the first big patch for NBA 2K26 failing to make the game better (and indeed…
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The NLSC Podcast is the official podcast of the NLSC (www.nba-live.com), providing weekly discussion on basketball video games including NBA Live, NBA 2K and NBA Jam, our talented modding community, and other topics of interest to virtual ballers.
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